Who we are

Though Satyam is a new home, the people of Satyam are not new – not to each other, not to the field of peace activism. We have been working together for over a decade, devoted to the simple idea that all living beings deserve clean water, well-being, and freedom. Loyal to change, peace and justice for all.

We are peace activists, radical entrepreneurs, facilitators of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), change makers and lovers of life.

Mai Shaheen (Palestine) Managing director of SATYAM
As a dedicated peace activist for more than 10 years, working through NVC and psychology, her faith and life path are an inspiration to a large community. Her calling is to bring people together beyond religion, race, or gender and to address and change the political, structural and occupational realities of this land.

Niveen Khalil (Palestine) Managing director of SATYAM
A dedicated peace activist and social worker from Hebron, Palestine. With extensive experience in working in restricted areas of the West Bank, Niveen leads protection programs and empowers youth, bringing invaluable insight and commitment to our mission. Her work exemplifies the spirit of resilience and hope that SATYAM stands for.

Talya Hirsch (Israel)
Mother of her son Carmel. Group host and facilitator. Practicing and teaching nonviolence methods. Works in the field of our local conflict, devoted to the more beautiful world her heart knows is possible.

Goni Zilberman (Israel)
Entrepreneur, filmmaker, local and global activist, facilitator, and community organizer in the fields of NVC and needs-based systemic transformation. A mother of two. Making the impossible come true.

Nurit Roded (Italy)
Foolish optimist. Lover of all creatures. Human rights activist, especially on migration and social exclusion. Passionate about creating spaces (and being part of spaces) for authentic connection.

Simona Santamaria (Switzerland)
Engineer, entrepreneur, dancer, involved in different heart projects, community building, facilitating, teaching.

Miriam Elizabeth Turmalin (Germany/Israel)
Spiritual midwife and holistic art-therapist, dedicated to peace work through ceremonies, art, creating spaces for transformation and healing.

David Ginati (Germany)
NVC trainer, meditator, therapist, community-builder, dedicated to personal transformation, collective healing & building a world from love.