Franka is part of the AAMatter’s executive team supporting day-to-day operations and communications, while helping identify and pursue the most relevant new projects for the organization. She takes account of coordination, acquisition, writing and contributing to the production of marketing and press materials. 

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Franka van Marrewijk holds a masters’ degree in Urbanism from Delft University of Technology. She has extensive experience from contributing to diverse projects focussed on green, sustainable and culturally responsive development. She aprroaches projects with an open mind, curiosity and a critical perspective on contemporary urban challenges. She is particularly passionate about collaborative design that integrates the human needs and the natural environment.

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Her background includes successfully initiating and managing small-scale community projects, conducting research, facilitating knowledge exchange, and curating exhibitions as part of African Architecture Matters. Additionally, her entrepreneurial drive is a key strength, developed from starting and running a private architecture and urbanism office. Currently,  she is focused on expanding her expertise through ongoing projects in Africa, especially in Tanzania while being based in Dar es Salaam.