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The organization is predominantly run by international students and talent who have personally confronted the challenges of studying in Germany. Their determination to impact the international community drives them. While our National Team is based in Berlin, our City Chapters, led by volunteers, span cities of all scales across Germany.
This National Team mirrors our diverse community, with members hailing from Australia, Brazil, Germany and India, all sharing a deep motivation to establish the most expansive international student and talent community in Germany.
Jonas’ professional journey is driven by his commitment to strengthening Germany as a destination for international students and talent. As a senior executive within the CHAPTERS Group, he shapes strategic development across platforms operating at the intersection of fintech and education. In addition to leading DEGIS, he cultivates key relationships across politics, the education landscape and the broader business environment to foster sustainable growth and impact.
Carolina, a Law graduate from Goiania, Brazil, showcased leadership in AIESEC, excelling as the Head of Public Relations for the Brazilian chapter in 2015. She earned a Masters in Public Administration from Germany’s Hertie School in 2020, focusing on community-driven social innovation. Now the General Manager of DEGIS, she leverages her diverse background to inspire positive social change.
Stefanie, from Australia, is a former Marketer for the DAAD in Australia & former DAAD scholarship recipient. She is a graduate of the BSc. Commerce with BSc.Psychology (Honors), Dip. Languages (German), MA. Psychologie (in Berlin), and MQU’s Global Leadership Program with exchange and research endeavours across Germany. Leveraging her cross-disciplinary background, Stefanie helps international students achieve their utmost potential in Germany while fostering the DEGIS community.
Aarushi, from India, studied Mathematics in New Delhi, then pursued a master’s at Freie Universität Berlin. Starting in August 2021, she led DEGIS’ Berlin City Chapter, later becoming a vital part of the National team, contributing to organizational development. Promoted to Head of Network, she manages DEGIS’ community for International Students in Germany.
Kaushik, from India, completed dentistry in Navi Mumbai and is currently pursiong his master’s in International Health at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin. Starting January 2026, he is responsible for Community Operations at DEGIS, motivated by his passion for volunteer management and event organisation, working in a dynamic team and discovering new cultures.