Commitment that connects
Global projects, local communities, social engagement: this is how Lufthansa Group employees are shaping the future.
Today, on International Volunteer Day, the focus is on the voluntary commitment of people around the world. The work of Lufthansa Group employees who go above and beyond their professional duties is also being recognized. They provide support in a variety of ways and offer their work and help where it is most urgently needed.
The volunteer project coordinators at help alliance, who work at various Group airlines and business units, are a prime example of this multifaceted social commitment. In around 70 help alliance projects worldwide, they are committed to ensuring that young people have better opportunities for education, training, and a self-determined life. This commitment is complemented by numerous communities at various Lufthansa Group locations, where employees organize themselves locally and have a direct impact in their immediate environment—in the form of campaigns, donation initiatives, or practical help on site.
At the same time, numerous Lufthansa Group employees are also involved in activities outside of help alliance. Whether it’s social support, political work, involvement in cultural projects, or sports clubs, volunteers everywhere contribute their time, expertise, and empathy. This spirit of cooperation also shapes collaboration within the Group and reflects the responsible attitude of many colleagues.
“The social commitment of our employees is a visible expression of our values: taking responsibility, empowering people, and shaping the future together. We do this every day in the various companies of the Lufthansa Group, and many employees also do this on a voluntary basis in their free time or during layovers between flights. Every single contribution makes a difference. That deserves our recognition and sincere thanks,” says Michael Niggemann, Chief Officer Human Resources & Legal Officer of the Lufthansa Group.
Anne-Marie Biyiha supports the Women Basektball and Development Association
“Woman Basketball and Development is an association of former basketball players from various generations, driven by the love and promotion of women’s basketball, as well as support for the underprivileged. We are organizing sport events focused on promoting women through the introduction to basketball.”
Anne-Marie Biyiha is Sales Manager Douala (Cameroon) at Brussels Airlines.
Ben Fischer – help alliance Project Manager “Learning Center, Pattaya”
“I have been involved in Pattaya’s efforts to protect street children since 2010, and I regularly visit the area. I am thrilled that, with Lufthansa and help alliance, I have the opportunity to combine these two passions.”
Ben Fischer is a Copilot at Lufthansa.
Eva Hamann – help alliance Project Manager, “Integration Café Hattersheim”
“I am particularly pleased to help children in my hometown Hattersheim to have a fair future. It is really great to see how children willingly accept help and how their way can be made easier with small means.”
Eva Hamann works as a personal assistant in the Lufthansa First Class Terminal in Frankfurt.
Eylem Bozlak – Project Manager, help alliance “Houses of Hope”, Cape Town
“Children deserve the chance to be children, to develop their outlook on life, and to look to the future with optimism. For this reason, I am very grateful that Ubomi is part of the help alliance family and that we can achieve so much more together.”
Eylem Bozlak is a flight attendant at Lufthansa.
Frauke Tabertshofer – Project Lead “Learning Center, Kinshasa”
“When I visited the group of street children in Congo for the first time, I was deeply impressed: although you could see that life on the streets had left its mark on them, they all had an incredible energy within them. Our approach is to use this energy so that they can create a better future for themselves.”
Frauke Tabertshofer is a flight attendant at Swiss.
Gladys Sishange – help alliance community lead South Africa
“Each of us has the power to make an impact, no matter the scale, by simply
getting involved and using what we have, we always have the opportunity to make
a difference in someone’s life or our environment. I like to call it blooming where you’re planted.”
Gladys Sishange is a Key Account Manager Southern Africa at Lufthansa Passage Airline.
Le-Mai Mach – help alliance project lead, “Menstrual Empowerment, Accra”
“Through this initiative, we not only produce and provide reusable menstrual pads, offering sustainable and accessible solutions for women and girls, but also prioritize education about menstruation. By addressing misconceptions and promoting understanding, we aim to create lasting cultural change.”
Le-Mai Mach is a Manager Product Development at Miles & More.
Lyndzi Campbell – help alliance project lead, “Reefs Renew, Magoodhoo”
“I have always felt a pull towards the ocean, growing up beside it and having the privilege to travel the world as I have gotten older. I’m so excited to be able to collaborate with Rrreefs to help keep the amazing underwater world in the Maldives alive and healthy, as well as giving back to the community at one of our most beautiful long-haul destinations.”
Lyndzi Campbell is a Senior Manager, Product & Service Development at Edelweiss.
Manuela Könen – Family Companion in a Children’s Hospice
“A children’s hospice is not comparable to an adult hospice. The children do not come to die; instead, they play, craft, and laugh with us. Thanks to volunteer support, children’s hospices can be places where children receive the care and companionship they need to simply be children.”
Manuela Könen is a flight attendant at Eurowings.
Marcel Budau – Volunteer Coordinator/ Head of Civil Protection at Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe
“For me, there is no greater motivation than knowing that my commitment can save lives.”
Marcel Budau works for Delvag Versicherung-AG.
Nikhilesh Rajkamur – Community Lead Bangalore
“Watching young minds light up with curiosity is witnessing the future take flight and this is why I choose to be involved with help alliance and our community.”
Nikhilesh Rajkamur works for Lufthansa Technik Services India.
Nikolett Rehány – trained cave rescuer
“It always feels good to help others. In caves, only trained cave rescuers can reach people in trouble, and I am proud to be one of them. I love being part of the Hungarian Cave Rescue Service, a close-knit community where first aid knowledge, special rope techniques, trust, teamwork, and problem-solving skills all matter. These skills are essential during rescues, but they are just as valuable in everyday life, encouraging my continuous development.”
Nikolett Rehány is a Software Developer at Lufthansa Systems in Hungary.
Romelinda Marbach – Daan-Ili Abroad Group (DAG) in the Philippines
“I am involved with Daan-Ili Abroad Group (DAG) a non-profit organisation of Overseas Filipino Workers in Allacapan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. I believe there can be a lot to be done to make a community better. By recognizing the potentials of its people and even more by motivating them to be involved in the projects including small children. I know I can’t save the world but with a small act I can make difference.”
Romelinda Marbach – Swiss Crew
Thomas Brockenauer – help alliance project lead, “Farming for Health” & “Genderfriendly Schools” in Nepal.
“Through my daily work with food and products for the Lufthansa On Board Menus, I am convinced that the high-quality, local spices are the key to a sustainable change in the local living situation.”
Thomas Brockenauer is a consultant at Lufthansa Product Management.
