Channa Nieuwenweg

Channa Nieuwenweg is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in public diplomacy and economic advisory roles. Currently serving as Bestuursadviseur Raad van Bestuur at Gasunie since January 2022, Channa previously worked at the Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken from June 2013 to November 2019 as a Beleidsmedewerker Pers, Publieksdiplomatie en Cultuur, where responsibilities included shaping public communication within a politically charged context and advising on projects that align with the embassy's policy priorities. Earlier positions include serving as Economisch beleidsmedewerker at Flanders Investment & Trade, where Channa facilitated trade relations between the Israeli and Flemish markets, and as Account Manager Retention BENELUX at iFOREX, overseeing client portfolios and market trends. Channa holds a Master of Arts in Middle East Studies from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and a Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Cultures of the Middle East from the University of Groningen. Additional educational background includes a Propedeuse in Social Pedagogic Professional Assistance from Hanzehogeschool Groningen.