Hanna Partanen

co-founder, executive director

+358-44-5950999, hanna@peaceinvaders.fi

Born to a UN-peacekeeper’s family, Hanna was raised between Finland and the Middle East. She’s a filmmaker, journalist and peace-tech developer, who’s passionate about using media and technology to dismantle obstacles to peace. Her interests include the dynamics of historical narratives in conflicts and how to increase dialogue by creating better narrative awareness. Currently based in Sulkava, Finland.

Laura Anttonen

Board member

Laura is an expert project manager and executive assistant, who has been contributing to the smooth running of numerous festivals and cultural events in Finland. Based in Helsinki, Laura has a passion for community development and live music.

Susanna Partanen

Co-founder, Board member

Susanna is a cafe entrepreneur, interior architect and creative mind who’s currently finishing her Master’s degree in Interior Architecture at Aalto University. Susanna is driven to use spatial design to increase the well-being in society. In her work she wants to explore the relationships between humans, technology and nature. She earned her BA in Israel where she was also involved with community development projects. To find balance from city life, Susanna often escapes to Finnish nature and also keeps a part-time time job as a florist.