References

Melinda Wels Vice-President, Policy and Strategic Partnerships Equality Fund

"Over the past year, Equality Fund has found Selmin to be an invaluable partner in our research, strategy development and engagement with both bilateral and hilanthropic donors. She is insightful, strategic, and has valuable extended networks. We are looking forward to continuing our relationship with Selmin, and taking our work to the next level."
Cigdem Uzunoglu Executive Director of the Grimme Institute

"Selmin Caliskan approaches her work with a high degree of professionalism, clarity and empathy. She creates a trusting environment in which personal development is possible and new perspectives emerge. Through her attentiveness, focused listening and clear questions, the coaching sessions are both effective and enjoyable. An enriching collaboration and a clear, wholehearted recommendation."
Tom Waurig founder and CEO of the progressive creative agency lilazwei GmbH, editor-in-chief of Veto Magazine and political educator

"For over a year now, Selmin Çalışkan has been supporting us through a crucial transitional phase of our educational initiative. She manages to promote strategic clarity whilst constructively addressing interpersonal dynamics. This has enabled us to clarify our roles within the executive management team, make better decisions and move into the next phase of development as a significantly stronger team."
Yael Ohana Programme Advisor – Youth Policy Division Youth Department – Directorate General of Democracy & Human Dignity Council of Europe

"It is with pleasure that I recommend Selmin. I had the privilege of working with her for over four years at Open Society Foundations in Berlin, where we worked together on supporting civil society locally and internationally. Since, then Selmin has acted as an expert in supporting young women's leadership in the context of the Youth for Democracy Programme of the Council of Europe at the European Youth Centre, bringing her global expertise to bear in support of European human rights defenders.

She is a gifted advocate and political strategist, guided by strong principles and clear judgment. Deeply committed to democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and peace, she brings both expertise and a genuine drive for the common good. I learned a lot from her about navigating complex political and organisational dynamics. Clear and candid, her insights are thoughtful and practical and always spot on. Advice you can truly rely on."

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My Topics

Back into agency

I help you through executive coaching and strategic sparring on an equal footing. more

Crisis Navigation

I offer you precise and rapid crisis intervention. more

Strategy & Positioning

I help to effectively raise political issues in Berlin and Brussels. more

Financial Success

I support you in securing your economic capacity to act. more

My Approaches

Clarity Guide

Strategy consulting meets executive coaching – for quick clarity and new perspectives

With me, you get a safe space where you can discuss your concerns in peace. My approach combines strategy consulting and executive coaching into a clearly structured, effective format. This combination provides orientation, opens up new perspectives, and reveals what was previously hidden beneath the surface.

Reality-Checker

Identify bad investments, risks, and blind spots before the consequences become apparent.

Consulting with emotional intelligence and strategic experience in leadership, political processes, positioning, and managing financial growth and organizational development. I offer sparring on equal terms, clear reflection, and a safe space for courageous decisions.

Impact-Designer

What matters now: increasing impact, strengthening organizations.

I use my many years of experience in advocacy and campaigning, as well as my networks in politics, philanthropy, and civil society, to achieve my clients' goals and make their socio-political impact more sustainable from a political and financial perspective.

Selmin Caliskan – It is about understanding presence as an active, strategic decision: Who am I in this role, who do I want to be, and how is that perceived?

Presence-Guide

It is about understanding presence as an active, strategic decision: Who am I in this role, who do I want to be, and how is that perceived?

Many managers believe that their impact is automatic. They assume that their status, expertise, and the importance of their concerns are enough to be perceived as convincing. In reality, impact is often determined independently of what is said. At the subconscious level of perception. In moments when you speak and act—and equally in situations when you do not act.

Thought-Provocateur

Expert in necessary irritation in matters of power, responsibility and impact

I guide audiences to challenge assumptions, reflect deeply, and embrace new perspectives. As a Wise Provocateur, I provoke thought with clarity and courage, offering both reflection and disruption. I create spaces where leaders and thinkers confront the uncomfortable, uncover insights, and act with integrity and purpose."

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I work where values are not just words, but principles for action, and I provide space for leaders who want to make an impact with their attitude.

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