Meet
the team

Antea Pamuković has a degree in political science from the University of Zagreb. She is particularly interested in civic participation and democratization. She developed an interest in public policies during her high school days, participating in the European Youth Parliament. She later volunteered in various NGOs, such as the Zagreb Volunteer Center, the Youth Initiative for Human Rights Croatia, and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. She is currently working as a project manager in the DYPALL Network’s Lisbon office.

Jacques has been deeply involved in volunteering and association work from a young age. During his university years, he took the lead in organizing events aimed at enhancing student development and societal participation. His thesis in Mozambique used the Participatory Rural Appraisal method, laying a solid foundation for his research skills. Transitioning to entrepreneurship, Jacques continued to build his project management expertise while maintaining a strong commitment to volunteer work with local NGOs. He researched youth and migrant issues for the Council of Europe before joining DYPALL Network.

Mafalda has had a very rich and diverse career path. After her first degree, she dedicated herself to coordinating scientific research projects but soon decided to embrace new areas of work. She dedicated herself to starting her own company, having furthered her experience in project management and implementation even further. She has also collaborated with an international NGO, implementing new work methodologies and was involved in the organisation of large national and international events, as a team coordinator. At DYPALL Network she is mainly involved in creating intellectual content and managing national projects.

Marija, from North Macedonia, has been active in the youth sector since 2010, focusing on non-formal education, advocating for youth in decision-making, and supporting inclusive policies. She was the President of the National Youth Council of Macedonia. Marija has a master’s degree in law from the University of Skopje, and she was a scholarship holder at the Human Rights Advocates Program at Columbia University in New York. She also works as a trainer, facilitator and consultant in the areas of youth participation, human rights, intercultural learning, advocacy, hate speech and hate crimes.

Marta Monteiro has a master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Algarve and she is passionate about sustainability and its integration into youth engagement. She worked at ECOS – Cooperativa de Educação, Cooperação e Desenvolvimento, helping to carry out several projects, where she played a pivotal role in executing numerous impactful projects. She manages all aspects of ESC initiatives, ensuring their success and alignment with the network’s mission to foster youth participation and cooperation across Europe.

Emma has a bachelor’s degree in International Science, Development, and Cooperation, and she recently took her master’s degree in Political and Public Communication at the University of Turin. In Italy, she had the chance to work with some local associations for young people with the aim of creating new businesses. Her will to discover new cultures and broaden her mind brought her to DYPALL Network, where now she integrated the core team after completing her ESC volunteering project in the communication team.

Susana has a degree in Psychology from UALG – University of Algarve. While studying, she was one of the founding members of NEPSI (association of psychology students) in Faro. After graduation, she worked at schools and youth-related institutions, deeply engaging in educational contexts. She’s been integral to a study centre for eight years, aiding students aged 6-18, blending her psychology background with academic support to foster young minds’ growth and resilience. Her journey exemplifies a deep commitment to empowering young people, which is why she supports implementing a local youth programme in Portimão.

Maria graduated in business management at Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes.
After her graduation, she did an internship in accounting for 9 months. She is very passionate about her job and about learning new things, to grow as a person and professionally. Now she’s working at DYPALL Network, as an administrative officer, helping to manage the internal processes.

Antonio, who graduated with a degree in Design & Communication from Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes (ISMAT), has blended his dual passions for technology and art into a career in the digital design field. His affection for design processes and strategy shines through his work, enabling him to create compelling visual narratives that resonate with the organization’s projects. At DYPALL Network, António plays a crucial role in developing the visual graphics and communication materials that define the organization’s message, using design to enhance communication and engagement.

Luca, originally from Italy, specialises in graphic design, video production and communication. Beyond his professional expertise, Luca is an avid football enthusiast, a technology aficionado, and a keen explorer of new destinations, passions that imbue his work with creativity and a unique perspective. He is currently supporting enhancing the communication strategies of the network, strengthening the network’s outreach and impact.

With a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Human Rights and follow-up studies in International Politics and Economics at the University of Bologna, Samantha is currently writing her master’s thesis on Sustainability and the ESG criteria. She has several experiences working with youth as a summer camp animator, coordinator and dance teacher. Her previous experience as a journalist for a local non-profit newspaper allowed her to collaborate with young political and social activists in the fields of political engagement, international economics and women’s rights.

Originally from Italy, Sofia studied Political, Social and International Sciences at University of Bologna. She was 17 years old when she first lived abroad, holding a scholarship for a year-long exchange program in the USA. For the past 6 years she’s been volunteering in her country, focusing on non-formal education, intercultural learning and civic participation. She did an 8-month long-term ESC project in Latvia, where she was promoting international mobility opportunities. She is currently doing her Civil Service in DYPALL Network’s Lisbon office, supporting in the project management area.