« J’essaie de rester positive », confie Florence Sauquet avec un sourire tranquille. Française de naissance, elle a grandi à Paris avant de poursuivre ses études à Angers, puis de s’installer à 22 ans à Lübeck, en Allemagne.

She greets you with a bright smile and an open heart, a reflection of the colourful life she’s led across borders and languages. Her story is one of resilience, creativity, and a deep commitment to making the world a little brighter — one joyful creation at a time.

At first glance, Magda Kjaer exudes aristocratic elegance from every pore. In her element, relaxed and smiling, she began to tell me her life story with enthusiasm and humour.

A Life of Hospitality, Generosity and Belonging.
It’s not every day that you meet someone whose name itself tells a story.

Some people are natural storytellers, weaving their lives into narratives filled with purpose, adventure, and connection. Gudrun Hognadottir is one of them.

Brussels, with its dynamic blend of cultures and ideas, is home to Justine Deneumoustier, a young professional driven by a profound sense of purpose.

On a gloomy November day in Brussels, I had the pleasure to meet one of our big sponsors, José Ramón Fernández. Through the years, José Ramón has sponsored many FdE events, our Christmas Bazaar and Tombola as well as Gala events.