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Our Board of Directors

Steering EPIS – the think tank for foreign and security policy

The EPIS Board of Directors guides EPIS’ strategic direction, bridging academic insights with real-world practice. It ensures that EPIS fosters student engagement in publications, conferences, and direct interaction with practitioners. By doing so, it enables students to gain valuable experience in international security and political affairs while contributing fact-based, neutral analyses to the international debate.

Tahmid

Hanjala

Leader

Social Media

The EPIS Social Media sustains EPIS’ presence on social media platform Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify and Soundcloud, ensuring active engagement with the Community. It creates and curates content, announcements, and event promotions. Additionally, it works on branding, visual identity, and outreach strategies to attract a wider audience and potential EPIS Fellows.

Hollunder

Johannes

Leader

Administrative Affairs

The EPIS Administrative Affairs handles the core operational tasks that keep EPIS running efficiently. It manages schedules, internal documentation, correspondence, and logistical support. Additionally the EPIS Administration takes care of financial aspects, the EPIS Newsletter and EPIS Fellowship management by playing a key role in supporting EPIS Internal and External Affairs through structured organisational processes.

Himmel

Theodor

Leader

Chairman

The Chairman leads EPIS by setting strategic goals, overseeing organisational growth, and ensuring smooth internal coordination. He represents EPIS Thinktank in external engagements, builds partnerships, and ensures all departments align with EPIS’ goals by providint guidance to EPIS Fellows to maintain high-quality output and engagement.

Strohwald

Leonard

Leader

Technical Affairs

The EPIS Technical Affairs maintains and updates EPIS’ digital presence. It ensures the website remains a central hub for publications, networking opportunities, and event announcements. It works on optimising content accessibility and presentation, keeping EPIS’s online platforms up to date with relevant information, research outputs, and community engagement features.

Knoop

Leticia

Leader

Internal Affairs

The EPIS Internal Affairs enhances EPIS’ internal effectiveness by deepening impact through structured workflows and EPIS Fellow’s engagement. It supports EPIS Fellows, ensures smooth internal communication, and facilitates the exchange of ideas between working groups. EPIS Internal Affairs works closely with EPIS Administration to strengthen operational efficiency and the long-term success of EPIS initiatives.

Gerjets

Daniel

Leader

Data & Audit

The EPIS Data & Audit ensures EPIS complies with data protection regulations and maintains transparency in its operations. It monitors internal processes, audits data security, and advises on ethical considerations regarding data handling and member privacy. In addition, it plays a critical role in safeguarding organisational integrity.

Seifert

Neele

Leader

External Affairs

The EPIS External Affairs focuses on expanding EPIS’ visibility and reach by managing relationships with external partners, institutions, and experts. It organises events, guest contributions, and informal talks to establish new collaborations. It is also responsible for maintaining public relations and ensuring EPIS is represented at key discussions, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Scherenberger

Cira

Leader

Media Design

The EPIS Media Design is responsible for the design and formatting of EPIS’ publications, including the EPIS Magazine and EPIS Reports. She ensures visual consistency and readability across all content. Moreover, she works closely with the authors to create professional layouts that enhance the impact of EPIS Thinktank’s written work.