Team
HZ Green Office consists of enthusiastic and uplifting people that coordinate projects, organize events, manage the team, take care of promotion and control finances. Find information about each board member below.
Team
Aaron Baxa
Project Coordinator Water and Co-Chair
Hi! I'm Aaron, from the United States. I joined the Green Office in September 2023 because I've been concerned about the direction the world leans in regards to climate and sustainability. I was also looking to meet people as a new student in The Netherlands- and what surprised me the most is that people are looking to meet me! Part of it is that I was raised in an environmentally conscious way, but regardless people in the Green-Office circles are super friendly and always willing to chat. Among GO activities, I especially like gardening and growing my own food, which (official secret!) makes it taste 3x better.
Dominik Kerék
Project Coordinator Scheldt Youth Parliament
Greetings everyone! My name is Dominik, I am from the Hungary countryside, close to Budapest. I am studying Global Projects and Change Management. I am a nature freak ultrarunner, enjoying this big game called life by cooking delicious food, connection through experiences and whistling with the birds every morning. I was motivated to join the Green Office to connect with like-minded, open and outgoing people and to actively participate in events and tasks to help Mother Nature. Discovering the diversity and the layers of friendships hiding under the professionalism excites me! Seeing new faces week by week, coordinating the Scheldt Youth Parliament, helping out in the garden and bringing positive energy to our workflow, makes me smile!
Emma Gavrilov
Waste Ambassador
Hi! My name is Emma and I came to study in the Netherlands with the hope of becoming somebody who provides value to the world around me. My whole life I have wanted to contribute something special and important to our society that is facing the wicked problems of injustice and climate change. So, while I am studying Global Project and Change Management, I decided that joining the green office is a strong step towards this greater goal of becoming a healthier person while also helping our beautiful world become more green:)
Eva Boerjan
Office Management and Coordination
Hi! I'm Eva, and I'm a fourth year IB student. I joined the Green Office back in 2021 for my credits, but decided to stay because of the important work we do here and the amazing group of people that are involved in the GO! :) I started with participating in the Clean-Ups that happen all over Vlissingen and Middelburg, joined climate protests, and was part of the Gardening Team involved in the garden at the APV Vlissingen for a while, where we did everything from planting to making bee hotels! Now I'm acting as the secretary of the Green Office and work together with other GO members to raise awareness and help green the HZ and its surroundings!
Ingrid de Vries
Coordinator HZ Green Office
Hi, I am Ingrid and I am supporting the Green Office as a coordinator and project leader. As a teacher and mother of two beautiful daughters, I have dedicated my life to making our world a more green and fair place. My husband and I renovated our house with biobased and recycled materials, and it runs on 100% renewable energy. I like being in nature, gardening, cycling and good food. At the Green Office, our motto is having Fun whilst doing Good! It's a great joy to connect with students during our cleanups or nature working sessions, helping them with developing and discovering talents and at the same time connecting with nature.
Keyara Oliver
Waste Ambassador
Hi! I’m Keyara from the friendly island of St. Maarten, known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture. Growing up surrounded by nature inspired my passion for sustainability, leading me to join the Green Office to help create a greener, safer environment. What I love most about the Green Office is discovering new ways to advocate for the environment, from river walks promoting clean water to waste separation initiatives. It broadens my perspective and connects me with like-minded people passionate about making a difference. As a proud Green Office member, my goal is to raise awareness about sustainable living and inspire others to take action. Together, we can make a lasting impact and protect our planet for future generations.
Mei Pico Olivo
Social Media Manager
Hi! I’m Mei, I’m 21 years old, and I’m studying chemistry at HZ University of Applied Sciences. I’m also the social media manager of the Green Office. I love using creativity and communication to spread awareness about sustainability and get more people involved. I’m really motivated to make a positive impact and create engaging content that inspires others to take action!
Merel van de Woestijne
Co-Chair and part of workgroup Water
Hoi! My name is Merel, and I am a 3rd year student in Pedagogy. For the last couple of years, I joined in with a few HZ Green activities and different small initiatives all over in Middelburg, including upcycling courses at Kilosale Zeeland. This inspired me to join more sustainable activities locally, now mostly with Green Office. I firmly believe that a greater world starts nearby. Seeing what beauty can be found, created and managed, will make an environment that doesn't value nature at all, less normal. I have been positively surprised by the range of students that attend each week, and I am glad to see the group having eyes for our individual talents to contribute in ways that come natural to us.
Nólie Paulo
Intern
Hi, I’m Nólie, a civil engineering student interning at the Green Office, working on a sustainable green roof for the HZ Research Center. I’m passionate about integrating sustainability into infrastructure, which led me to join the Green Office for hands-on experience in sustainable design. Every day, I embrace the creative challenges that sustainable projects present, fueling both my professional and personal growth. Outside of my studies, I unwind by painting, cooking, gardening and maintaining an active lifestyle. I appreciate the balance of academic rigor and creative freedom here, and I look forward to making a positive impact as I continue to learn and contribute to a greener future.
Rosheena Hassell
Member of Green Office
Hello, my name is Rosheena and I am a 3rd year student in the Chemistry programme, specialising in Applied Chemistry. I joined HZ Green Office because I wanted to partake in the cleanups, as I have taken part in beach cleanups back in my home island. However, when I started the meetings, I discovered that here I could learn more about gardening, which came unexpectedly and turned into a great passion of mine! Although right now I am just a general member of the Green Office, I try my best to partake in any gardening activity and help make Zeeland a more sustainable and greener place. And who knows what my future at Green Office will bring!
Sidney Williams
Waste Ambassador
Hey! I'm Sidney, I'm a Civil Engineering student from St.Maarten. I have always loved the outdoors and felt like joining the green office would be a great opportunity to stay in touch with nature and be involved with the community. I became a member in January 2025 and have already been more involved in green spaces and activities promoting regenerative thinking and action. I'm passionate about helping in the world's pursuit of the SDG goals, especially the one's tackling environmental health. Wherever I am in the world, I'll be committed to this cause and I'm excited to work on it in Zeeland. Hope to see you soon at the green office!