I’m Marlies, a woman on a mission to inspire people and organisations to build a genuine connection through the power of clear and inclusive communication.
I use training, advice, and practical hands-on work to give you more insight into your communication efforts so you can successfully increase its effectiveness.
My approach is interactive, with a focus on sustainable solutions and results.
Through my work, I want to contribute to a world where everyone understands, respects and builds on each other’s different perspectives. I believe that by digging deeper and going beyond cultural conditioning, it’s possible to create real connections and a better world.
My themes? Diversity & inclusion, climate justice and human rights.
Are you curious about what we can build together? Let’s grab a (virtual) coffee!
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Storytelling & writing
Do you want to make your communication more effective and inclusive? In a way that your audience fully identifies with your message? Your solution could be storytelling! Curious how?
Communications advice
Are you using a one-size-fits-all approach in your communication? Then your target audience may find it difficult to identify with your message. But no worries, I can help you out.
Communications training
Are you looking for insights into different communication needs and the skills to address these positively? Cool, I can train and coach you to communicate inclusively in diverse situations.
I already work(ed) with
Blog
Transformative Tales: Maureen Seshoka
“Stand up, take your place and raise your voice!” These are the words Maureen Seshoka lives by. As the national coordinator of Women Affected by Mining United in Action (WAMUA*), She works tirelessly to mobilise women in South Africa’s mining communities…
Transformative Tales: Chihiro Geuzebroek
From a young age, Chihiro Geuzebroek felt a strong urge to make a difference. As a child, she raised money for charities by selling homemade bracelets and drawings. At school, she was frustrated by the lack of subjects like peace-building.
Transformative Tales: Anabela Lemos
What drives someone to persist in resisting mega-projects and political power structures, even at the risk of their own safety? For Mozambican environmental and human rights activist Anabela Lemos, the answer is clear: a deep conviction that she is doing…
