Aroa Benitez Santana

Public Affairs & Governmental Relations | International Economics Graduate | Global Affairs Enthusiast

Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium

About

International Economics Graduate | Global Affairs Enthusiast I'm an International Economics graduate with an unquenchable thirst for impactful projects and boundless global collaboration. I'm fueled by the belief that positive change stems from the fusion of ideas, innovation, and shared efforts across borders. As a Project Manager at Finnova Foundation, Brussels, I managed dynamic initiatives anchored in European funding programs and sustainable management practices. My commitment to creating enduring value resonated strongly in this role. In my current position as part of Interreg Volunteer Youth (IVY) in Basel (Switzerland), I lead cross-border collaborations and provide my support to projects within the framework of European and Interreg funding schemes. These efforts are intricately woven into the tapestry of international relations and politics, shaping a more interconnected world. With an innate passion for shaping a brighter world through the fusion of impactful projects and international cooperation, I bring unwavering dedication to every venture.

Experience

  • Policy Trainee - ENVI at European Parliament
    Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

  • Public Affairs & Governmental Relations at Henkel
    Oct 2024 - Jul 2025 · 10 mos

    Working Student

  • Public Affairs & Govermental Relations at Henkel
    Oct 2023 - Apr 2024 · 7 mos

    Internship: • Public and European Affairs • Sustainability • EU Forced Labour Regulation • ESG, CSDDD & CSRD

  • Interreg Volunteer Youth at Regio Basiliensis
    Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 · 8 mos

    • Public and European Affairs • Interreg and other European funding programmes • International Relations • Project management • International Cooperation • Politics

  • EU Project Manager at FINNOVA (EU)
    Mar 2021 - Jul 2021 · 5 mos

    • Interreg and other European Funding Programms • Public and European Affairs • International Relations • Project management • International Cooperation • Sustainable Management