Neighborhood Feminists was founded in 2019 by three individuals who met through activism. Founding members Anneloes, Camila and Tammy have diverse backgrounds and collective experience in grassroots organizing, (international) development projects, and other kinds of community-based activism. The NF team consists of the board, two staff members and some fantastic volunteers and advisors, who give Neighborhood Feminists more latitude as an organization to handle projects beyond Menstruation Stations, as well. (And if you’re inspired to join, fill out our form!)
Our board members
Boryana Boteva, treasurer she/her
With a solid finance background across Europe and USA, Boryana has driven forward companies in various industries to achieve financial health, smooth operations and added value to all stakeholders. Active lifestyle keeps her sane and circuit training is her version of meditation. What she daydreams of? Picking up the paintbrush again. Favorite podcast: ZOE Science+Nutrition
Photo credit: Nadine van der Wielen / Snap Me Pretty
Lotte van Es, secretary she/her
By day, Lotte explores contemporary photographic practice as a curator and collection manager at Huis Marseille. Off-duty, she’s a self-proclaimed pottery pro and board game boss. Her creativity and empathy fuel her work – and as the secretary of NF Lotte doesn’t just take notes, as she likes rolling up her sleeves and getting busy with NF’s practical activism.
Photo credit: Nadine van der Wielen / Snap Me Pretty
Drs. Nienke Bosma, fundraising she/her
As a physician-researcher in gynecology, I’m dedicated to improving understanding of the societal impacts of menstruation—both in the clinic and beyond. Outside the hospital, you’ll likely find me in running shoes or on a bike, chasing Strava segments with enthusiasm (and maybe a hint of obsession). I channel that same energy into my work — especially when it comes to fundraising — hoping to fuel research that improves the lives of menstruating people everywhere.
Photo credit: Nadine van der Wielen / Snap Me Pretty
Tammy Sheldon, chair she/her
With a ‘free-range’ background that includes community organizing, photography and project management, Tammy is equally into creating change, connecting people, overthinking, hope – and dark chocolate.
Photo credit: Nadine van der Wielen / Snap Me Pretty
Charis Xiourouppa , advocacy she/her
With a background in economics and a master’s in financial risk management, Charis brings a strategic lens to advocacy at NF. She’s passionate about advancing women’s rights through education, awareness, and policy – empowering people to know and claim their rights. She firmly believes that with the right approach (and the right ask!), anything is possible. When she’s not championing change, you’ll find her running (marathon training mode is on!), lifting, or climbing – always up for a new challenge!
Our founders
Anneloes Dijkman, Camila Montecinos Díaz + Tammy Sheldon
Our staff
Emily Rosalia, Menstruation Stations project coordinator she/her
Photo credit: Nadine van der Wielen / Snap Me Pretty
Kate Mitchell, community and operations coordinator she/they
With a background in community coordination and marketing, Kate is passionate about grass-roots organising and connecting people. They find joy in cooking a meal for friends and the small, unexpected kindness of strangers. On the side, Kate is also studying collective practice at Sandberg Institute.
Photo credit: Nadine van der Wielen / Snap Me Pretty
Donata van der Blom, independent confidential advisor she/her
A mediator, trainer and confidential advisor, Donata is also founder of Samen Vertrouwen, which brings together professionals with one mission: a respectful, pleasant and safe work environment.
Our volunteers
We have a team of 50-ish volunteers that help and support us in various ways.
Photo credit: Nadine van der Wielen / Snap Me Pretty
Annual report + financial information
You may download our annual narrative and financial report over 2024 here directly! On some mobile devices, opening that link may not work: you can also flip through the report here.
ANBI
We have been granted official ANBI status by the Dutch government; this means all of our activities are for public benefit, all co-founders and board members are volunteers, and all donations to Neighborhood Feminists are tax-deductible. Click here for our ANBI information.