Penelope Kemekenidou
About Penelope Kemekenidou
Penelope Kemekenidou is a Senior Campaign Manager at Change.org and has served as Director at Gender Equality Media e.V. since 2016. She co-founded Gender Equality Media and has a strong interest in artivism, focusing on black feminism and radicalism in her academic pursuits.
Work at Change.org
Penelope Kemekenidou has been serving as a Senior Campaign Manager at Change.org since 2020. In this role, she focuses on developing and executing campaigns that align with social justice issues. Her work involves strategizing initiatives that engage the public and promote awareness on various causes. She operates within the Metropolregion München, contributing to the platform's mission of empowering individuals to create change through petitions and advocacy.
Current Role at Gender Equality Media e.V.
Since 2016, Penelope Kemekenidou has held the position of Director at Gender Equality Media e.V. for eight years. In this capacity, she leads efforts to combat sexism in German media, advocating for gender equality and representation. Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping the organization's strategies and initiatives aimed at raising awareness and fostering dialogue around gender issues in media.
Education and Expertise
Penelope Kemekenidou earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree from Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, where she studied American History, Society, and Culture. Her academic background informs her focus on black feminism, radicalism, and artivism. This educational foundation supports her work in advocacy and campaign management, allowing her to approach issues with a well-rounded perspective.
Previous Experience at Bund Naturschutz in Bayern e.V.
From 2017 to 2019, Penelope Kemekenidou worked as a campaignerin at Bund Naturschutz in Bayern e.V. During her two years in this role, she focused on environmental advocacy in München und Umgebung, Deutschland. Her experience in this organization contributed to her skills in campaign strategy and public engagement, further enhancing her expertise in managing social and environmental campaigns.
Artivism Involvement
Penelope Kemekenidou has a strong interest in artivism and participates in various loose artivist collectives. Her involvement in these collectives reflects her commitment to integrating artistic expression with activism. This engagement allows her to explore innovative ways to address social issues and promote awareness through creative mediums.