Radio

2023 – De Nieuws BV Radio (NPO Radio 1)

Explored how to simplify EU language, making policies more accessible and actionable for the public.

Podcasts

2024 – Interweaving Podcast

Sevim shared insights on building awareness around sustainability, emphasising the role of youth engagement and digital platforms in promoting climate action.

2024 – Rebel Women (The Nine)

Sevim shared her journey as an EU influencer and policy officer at DG Climate Action, discussing how she balances her 9-to-5 job with building a 30k+ follower platform on EU climate policies.

2024 – ZNLive Podcast (#ZNLive)

Sevim explored climate communication strategies and how she uses Instagram (@SevimAktasEU) to make EU climate policies accessible, emphasizing transparency and authenticity.

2023 – After Hour Insta (Science Communication Accelerator Podcast)

Sevim discussed balancing work and social media, offering strategies for science communication and simplifying complex EU policieswithout being overwhelmed.

2023 – Regio Waves Podcast (DG REGIO)

Guest speaker alongside Timothy Morton, discussing how to reframe sustainability as inspiring and aspirational.

2023 – Climate Talks Podcast (Women in International Security)

Explored technology’s role in tackling climate security challenges and improving resilience.

2023 – The Path Less Travelled Podcast (Royal Academy of Engineering)

Discussed career transitions from engineering to EU policy and shared insights into leadership and advocacy.

2022 – EU for You Podcast

Provided application tips for landing EU traineeships and policy roles, covering strategies for career growth.

Conferences and Events

2024 – Advancing EU Competitiveness (A Seat at the Table)

Spoke alongside Paul Van Tigchelt and Hans Hack on sustainability, innovation, and trade as tools for strengthening Europe’s competitiveness.

2024 – Festival Europa (Utrecht University)

Sevim delivered a TED-style talk at Festival Europa, hosted by Utrecht University, sharing insights on climate leadership, EU careers, and youth engagement in shaping Europe’s future.

May 2024 – World Press Freedom Day (Difference Day)

Organized by Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Université Libre de Bruxelles, UNESCO, BOZAR, and partners, she shared the stage with Arthur Neslen (award-winning journalist) and Miroslava Nikoloić (Serbian activist), highlighting transparent communication and youth engagement in advancing sustainability and democracy.

2024 – Threads of Change (UNEP)

Moderated this UNEP high-level event with Kiki Boreel and Romane Malysza, focusing on sustainable supply chains.

May 2024 – European Youth Week (European Parliament)

Sevim moderated a panel discussion with Hanah Lahe (Estonian Member of Parliament), Gittemarie Johansen (Sustainability Influencer), Benjamin Van Bunderen Robberechts (Youth Advocate), and Kurt Vandenberghe (Director-General of DG CLIMA) on youth-driven climate action and sustainability leadership.

2024 – DASICON: Environmental Diplomacy (Diplomatic Academy of Vienna)

Sevim joined H.E. Evangelina Lourdes A. Bernas (Philippine Ambassador to Austria) and Michael Lederer (Austrian Diplomat) to discuss the role of technology in environmental diplomacy and climate policy innovation

2024 – The Odyssey of What is Possible: Celebrating Women’s Success Across Fields (Science by Trianon)

Sevim joined this celebration of women’s achievements, discussing her journey from engineering to EU policymaking, highlighting female leadership and sustainability advocacy as drivers of change.

2023 – Korea-EU Youth Climate Action Festival (European External Action Service)

Sevim joined EU diplomats and Korean officials to discuss youth-driven sustainability solutions and cross-border climate cooperation.

2023 – Level Up Our Climate Targets Event (Global Governance Institute)

In collaboration with the European Climate Pact and its Ambassador Sevim Aktas, this event engaged participants in contributing to public consultations on climate targets through innovative participation models.

2023 – European Leadership Academy Summer School (Valencia)

Sevim spoke on female leadership and bridging policy and practice to inspire future change-makers.

2023 – Getting Politically Engaged (Stanford University Speech)

Sevim delivered a speech at Stanford University, encouraging political engagement among students and sharing insights from her experience.

2022 – A Future Made in Europe 2022

Sevim participated as a speaker in this event focusing on peace & security, sustainability, and gender equality in Europe, targeting students and young people.

2022 – European Leadership Academy Summer School 2022 (Prague)

Sevim contributed as a speaker, focusing on female leadership with a broader emphasis on European issues.

2022 – UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

Sevim spoke alongside Jutta Urpilainen and Amina J. Mohammed at the UN’s sustainability forum, focusing on SDGs and climate equity.

2022 – European Development Days 2022

Sevim participated in discussions emphasising innovation, inclusion, and the green transition, with a particular focus on youth perspectives.

Articles and Publications

2024 – EU Influencer Listing

Recognised as a top EU influencer for policy communication and youth engagement on climate and sustainability.

2024 – Delivering a Climate Neutral Europe (Book)

Co-authored a flagship publication with Christian Holzleitner (DG CLIMA) and Artur Runge-Metzger on carbon removals and sustainable agriculture for climate neutrality.

2023 – Algemeen Dagblad (AD)

AD, one of the largest newspaper in the Netherlands, spotlighted Sevim’s rise as a digital trailblazer, turning EU policy into actionable content for her fast-growing audience.

March 2023 – Women in EU Photo Exhibition (Dutch Permanent Representation to the EU)

Sevim was featured as one of Europe’s most inspiring women in this International Women’s Day Exhibition by the Permanent Representation of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the EU in Brussels. Her portrait stood alongside Ursula von der Leyen and Roberta Metsola as a up and coming leader.

2023 – European Leadership Academy Alumnae Network

Contributed to “From Borders to Bytes”, discussing how digital technologies promote inclusion and bridge divides in Europe.

2022 – Youth Call for Innovation, Inclusion, and Urgent Green Transition (UNRIC)

Sevim was featured in this UN-EU event coverage highlighting youth-driven solutions for sustainability, innovation, and an inclusive green transition, emphasising the role of young leaders in shaping climate policies.

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