Our volunteers

The driving force behind our organization, our volunteers are involved on a daily basis and give their time to help the association grow. Without them, we would not be able to continue our activities and projects.

A mechanical engineer with a passion for computers, travel, and music, Antoine Courtois has been involved with Konstelacio since the association's inception. Having lived in Australia, Mexico, and Spain, and traveling regularly around the world for work and pleasure, he is convinced of the importance of intercultural dialogue.

A member from the very beginning, donor, and volunteer, Antoine gives his time (and his patience and perseverance!) to Konstelacio on various projects, but particularly on the design and management of the website and the creation of customized CRM tools to simplify and streamline the association's often time-consuming administrative tasks.

What is your commitment to konstelacio?

"I have participated in various activities organized by the association. I started out by providing moral and financial support when the association was first created. It was only after the launch of the first project that I began to be directly involved in the association's activities.

I first worked on the translations and subtitles for the booklets and videos for thePolaris project.

TheLyraproject then allowed me to increase my involvement. I participated in several events related to the project. Setting up and assisting with the launch of Arwenn's book at the Arab World Institute was a highlight of my activities.

I also helped sell the books through my personal networks.

It was during this project that I began building the website as we know it today. I was also able to set up an automated distribution system for donation receipts.

Why volunteer?

"Volunteering for any organization allows you to align yourself with your values and your own worldview when your professional activity does not allow you to do so. That's why I got involved with Konstelacio."

Photo credit: Antoine in Australia

Why volunteer?

"Volunteering for any organization allows you to align yourself with your values and your own worldview when your professional activity does not allow you to do so. That's why I got involved with Konstelacio."

Why get involved with Konstelacio?

"For me, Konstelacio's values represent the ideal that should govern all our social interactions. The ability to overcome our fears of difference and, on the contrary, to see it as something exciting.

Addressing the issue of difference with young children is a medium- and long-term endeavor. I believe this approach is essential because it allows us to build tomorrow's world on a healthier foundation from a human perspective.

I remember the children's testimonials about thePolarisproject, which had a profound impact on me. The way they embraced the values and their ability to convey them in an even simpler way showed me the impact Konstelacio could have on the world.

I wish Konstelacio all the best in its future projects, with ever more energy and motivation to obtain the necessary funds, and an ever-growing impact!

 

Photo credit: Antoine atLyra's concertat the Château de la Roche-Jagu

A big thank you to Antoine for his support and commitment over the years!