Advancing green
principles & politics
Today’s dominant economic models fail to reflect the relationship between humans and nature.
Unsustainable production and consumption patterns have depleted and polluted our environment on an unprecedented global scale. To make matters worse, most of the world’s population live in countries with undemocratic regimes where governments are failing to guarantee sustainable societies. Participatory democracies are key in the fight against climate change and social injustice.
The world needs thriving green parties that can turn Green principles into action, driving change towards sustainable and democratic societies.
We’re on a
mission
To accelerate the transition to sustainable democratic societies by amplifying Green political organisations and strengthening political systems through Green principles.
Why partner with us?
Innovative Approaches
Together with our partners, we develop new approaches to transition into sustainable democratic societies.
Holistic Perspective
We strengthen democracies by connecting Green actors from different sectors to work together on common agendas.
Collaborative Philosophy
We collaborate with our partners to navigate challenging contexts across sectors and to effect real change.
Partnerships and Associations
We are on a mission to accelerate the transition to sustainable democratic societies. This means building strong partnerships and alliances to advance Green principles in politics.
We are part of the global Green community, working toward shared ideals and partnering with organisations to advance Green principles. Since 1995, we have worked with Green parties and organisations in more than 50 countries.
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Meet our Team
Therese Näsman
Secretary General
With an MSc in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science and a BBA in International Management, Therese has 15 years of experience working as a programme manager, team leader and managing director within civil society organisations and local authorities focusing on energy, environment, democracy and human rights. She believes political will is key to the transition to sustainable democratic societies. She is passionate about new governance and economic models, as well as new approaches, narratives and language to enable the change we need to achieve.
Sopho Mchedlishvili
Programme Manager
Sopho is a sociologist with an MA in Nationalism Studies. She has been working with civil society and Eastern European youth and green movements internationally for over a decade. Particularly interested in breaking cycles of exclusion and applying inclusion mechanisms at different levels of organisation, and passionate about grassroots development and structural ways of upholding green values, she is committed to green parties' organisational and political progress, mainly in Eastern Europe.
Marlene Sosa Mercado
Programme Manager
With more than a decade of fieldwork building an intercontinental cooperation bridge between Sweden and Latin America, Marlene is a political scientist with studies in Global Development, Latin American Studies, Alternative Economic Models and Feminist Geography. Committed to the transformation towards more democratic and sustainable societies, she has extensive experience as a programme and advocacy manager supporting political social movements for food sovereignty, climate justice and feminism. At Green Forum, Marlene leads our work with partners in Latin America and the PYPA project in Zambia and Malawi.
Lydia Watchefo
Programme Manager
A political scientist with an MSc in Media, Communication and Development from the London School of Economics, Lydia has extensive experience in project management, communication for development and youth empowerment. Committed to accelerating the transition to sustainable democratic societies, she leads our work with the Green Youth Network in Eastern Europe (CDN), collaborates with the PYPA project in Zambia and Malawi, and leads Green Forum's communications.
Aleksandra Lakic
Programme Manager
Aleksandra is a sociologist with a background in political science. She has extensive experience in project management, resource mobilisation and fostering collaboration between civil society organisations. She has worked in programmes focusing on the socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable populations, including migrants, refugees and precarious workers. Committed to promoting social and environmental justice, Aleksandra believes that supporting organisations based on the principles of economic democracy is crucial to achieving sustainable and equitable outcomes. She has contributed to these areas as a researcher, public speaker and activist.
Frank Sheridan
Programme Manager
Frank is driven by a simple mission: to help create a fairer, more sustainable world where people and planet thrive together. With an academic background in interdisciplinary solutions connecting politics, health, environment and economics, he brings over two decades of experience working across borders to support democracy, climate action and positive political change. He has worked in contexts ranging from global climate networks to grassroots initiatives, with a strong background in programme management, strategy, facilitation and network-building. He is especially passionate about inclusive collaboration, intersectional solutions and ecological justice. His Mum thinks he is great... most of the time.
Anna
Finance & Administrative Officer
With a background in gender studies and several years of nonprofit experience, Anna brings hands-on expertise spanning operations, HR and finance. As Green Forum's Finance and Administrative Officer, she keeps the organisation running smoothly behind the scenes. She is passionate about building well-structured, sustainable organisations that allow mission-driven teams to focus on the work that matters.
Our Board
The board develops Green Forum's strategies.
Sharing values is key to our partnerships. Tell us about your organisation, and let's explore ways to collaborate.
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