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The teams

France (Paris)

Sarahi Gutierrez
Sarahi Gutierrez
Director

Originally from Mexico and holding a degree in Political Science and International Relations, Sarahi joined BATIK International in 2011, driven by a strong commitment to human rights and international solidarity. She has supported the growth of the organisation and coordinated its programmes in close collaboration with partners. Since 2019, she has led the organisation with dedication and purpose.

Marie Mendes
Marie Mendes
Project Manager

Flora Baron
Flora Baron
Task officer

Holding a Master's degree in Development and Humanitarian Aid, Flora joined BATIK International in February 2020 with a strong background in project management and prior experience in non-profit communications. What began as an internship turned into a real commitment: now a project officer, she channels her energy and creativity into the association's causes.

Manon Droniou
Manon Droniou
Project Manager

With a background in agronomy and international development, Manon took her first steps at BATIK International in 2021 through a civic service placement, helping to launch the Migr'action project. The experience left its mark: she joined the team in January 2022 to coordinate the Parions l'égalité programme, dedicated to reducing gender inequalities in West Africa and Tunisia.

Mélissa Chemin
Mélissa Chemin
Communications Manager

Joining BATIK International as a work-study communications officer, Mélissa brings prior experience in the non-profit sector and a clear drive: putting her skills to work for causes that matter and challenging the status quo.


With a background in law, Clara built her early career at a women's and family rights information centre in French Guiana, providing legal support to victims of violence. Grounded in that hands-on experience and driven by a deep commitment to women's rights and the fight against gender-based violence, she joined BATIK International in December 2023 as advocacy officer.

Vietnam (Hanoi)

TRẦN Lê Quỳnh Mai
TRẦN Lê Quỳnh Mai
Project Manager

Mai is a passionate feminist who holds a bachelor's degree in International Relations. Her studies focus on feminist theories and practices in international politics. Combining her experience in feminist activism and studies, she aims to advocate for positive social changes toward the elimination of gender discrimination, exploitation, and oppression. Mai has joined BATIK Int. since 2021 as a Project Assistant and continued to grow professionally through different roles, empowered by knowledge and leadership skills.

Nguyễn Thị Thuý Quỳnh
Nguyễn Thị Thuý Quỳnh
Assistant Project Coordinator

Having completed an undergraduate degree in Economics and International Relations in the United States, Quỳnh's academic background has focused on issues surrounding women's economic participation and the intersection between gender, politics, and economics. Quỳnh joined BATIK Int. to support the projects PADSSR (Yêu) and C@p Nh@t, which aim to improve the well-being and socio-economic integration of Vietnamese youths.


Country co-representative and project coordinator

Nguyễn Thu Hằng
Nguyễn Thu Hằng
Co-country representative responsible for administrative and financial monitoring

Hang has joined BATIK International in 2010, after 7 years spent in France studying financial management and economy. She has been monitoring local programs and administrative management for the Vietnam branch for 15 years. Hang has also become co-head of the Vietnam branch and coordinator of the Phu Nu project.

ĐắÂNG Thu Phương
ĐắÂNG Thu Phương
Hy Vọng Coordinator

Majored in Economics and Finance, together with intensive experience working for French projects in Vietnam, Phương has become a member of Batik International Vietnam since May 2021 as coordinator for the Hy Vọng project. She wants to engage herself to make contribution to fight gender stereotypes and ameliorate women's social status in Vietnam.