Our Team

  • Frank Busch

    Chairman, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    “I wanted to help through a small, efficent and trustworthy organisation. So that I can gurantee that the donations and help arrives with the people in need. I believe that next to food, education is most needed in many countries to make a lasting difference.”

  • Sophie Kamama

    Deputy Chairwoman, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    “I am so grateful for what life has offered me. I know where I come from, and I am at a stage in life, where I wish to give back. Underprivileged children in Africa and elsewhere have little chance to shape their future. Let´s give them a chance, Education is the key.”

  • Katrin Rothnie

    Treasurer, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    “Giving something back in life and helping is important to me. At Okulaba, I have the opportunity to participate in valuable and truly supportive projects. Every child should have access to education and learning. Unfortunately, the reality is different. Okulaba helps practically and effectively, which I think is wonderful and absolutely worth supporting.”

  • Martina Menga

    Volunteer, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    „For me it is a privilege to contribute to something good. And I totally believe in the impact of supporting education for younger generations. It is driving me that even small things can make such a big difference in the Okulaba projects.“

  • Beate Mini

    Volunteer, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    “I was immediately hooked when Frank and Sophie told me about Okulaba. Education is the common thread that runs through my life. Being able to learn what interests me is my greatest gift. That's why I want to help give this gift to others. So that it makes them strong for their lives and their future.”

  • Eddie Kawenja

    Volunteer, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    ”I am convinced that access to education is a fundamental human right and that everyone, regardless of where they were born, should have the right to education. In developing countries in particular, many children and young people face considerable challenges when it comes to access to quality education.”

  • Dehina Teouri

    Volunteer, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    ”I am deeply inspired in contributing to Okulaba.org, because it’s dedicated to supporting education for children who are not so privileged, mostly in developing countries. Especially as my roots are from there. I profoundly believe in the transformative power of education, recognizing it as a catalyst for positive change. I wish to be part of an initiative that ensures access to quality education for every child.”

  • Esther Rehmann

    Volunteer, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    “I am very grateful for the coincidence that I was born here in Germany and therefore had everything to become who I am today. This is exactly why I would like to give something back. The development of people and especially children is very important to me. I am firmly convinced that every step, no matter how small, can make a big difference.”

  • Ben Gotthardt

    Volunteer, Okulaba e.V.

    Motivation to work for Okulaba:

    “For a long time I was looking for a volunteer position that would give me the opportunity to contribute in a useful and meaningful way. It is important to me to support projects that have a sustainable impact locally. This is the case at Okulaba e.V., we create help for self-help!”