Fatema Darbar

Founder InterLokal Social Hub | Helping International Talent turn Dresden into ‘Home’ | Intercultural Coach | TEDx Speaker

Dresden, Saxony, Germany

About

I moved from India to Germany 12 years ago, and I learned quickly that a job contract is only the first step of the journey. True integration happens when the "Reality of Bureaucracy" is met with support and social isolation is replaced by community. I work at the intersection of professional success and personal belonging, helping both sides of the equation: For Companies: I help you protect your international hiring investments by ensuring your talent doesn’t just "arrive" but actually stays. From Relocation to Onboarding services you need to ensure your international specialists stay for the long term and avoid the high costs of early turnover. For Individuals: I help you navigate the German Work Culture and find a sense of belonging through a Community of 3,500+ people. I support your journey with regular events, workshops, outdoor activities, and a dedicated support group so you can truly thrive in your new home. 500+ events and workshops organized Community of 3,500+ internationals and locals. TEDx Speaker Specialist in Relocation & Retention strategy

Experience

  • InterLokal- Social Hub (Dresden, Saxony, Germany)
    • Company Owner
      Sep 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

    • Founder
      Sep 2021 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 4 mos

  • Founder at follow Dresden
    Jun 2016 - Present · 10 yrs 1 mo

    A community with regular events and classes in Dresden.

  • Event and Community Management at intap - das internationale Talenteprojekt für Dresden
    Jun 2019 - Dec 2020 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Certified Mawiba dance trainer at Mawiba
    May 2018 - Oct 2020 · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • Diversity Manager/ Event Management at TU Dresden
    Jun 2016 - Dec 2018 · 2 yrs 7 mos