International ambassadors
Lolland Municipality has four international ambassadors, who are looking forward to assisting you: Susana, Summer and Graciela.
About Susana Toro-Zapata
Email: susanatorozapata@gmail.com
"Moving to the countryside can be an extra challenge, especially for city dwellers like me, so I can help other international people to find their place in the community, feel more integrated and start their life in the wonderful Lolland and fellow islands.
I am from Colombia, and I moved to Denmark in December of 2017. I am a Geologist and I am studying a Master in Climate Change at the University of Copenhagen, so I travel quite a lot between Copenhagen and Lolland. Since I moved to Lolland, I have been trying to get involved in different activities as a volunteer, and one of those is Iværksætter Lolland. This experience has been essential for me to feel more integrated into Danish society, while I can contribute to the development of the organisation and the local environment through my passion for sustainability, land use and food. I have lived in England and now Denmark, so I am familiar with all the challenges that moving to another country can bring.
This summer, I finished a course in Danish at a language school, so that I can communicate in Danish, English and, of course, Spanish.
I would love to guide you with the doubts you may have and some life hacks to settle quicker on Lolland. You can contact me via email."
About Summer Juul Andersen
Mobile +45 4026 6919
Email: summer@international-community.dk
Hello all. I am new to Denmark myself and love meeting new people and sharing experiences. My family and I moved to Denmark in November of 2019 and settled on Lolland in Hunseby (Maribo). My husband is Danish, and my children are now fluent. I am currently in Danish language classes and will finish in December 2022. I work full time for a Danish company that is part of the Femern project.
In my free time, I love to be with my family and friends outside somewhere. Kayaking is my new favorite sport. As a member of the steering group of the International Community Lolland Falster, I also stay busy and involved in the community.
I am originally from the United States, however, I grew up all around the world. I have lived in Greece, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa, and visited many other places. I understand the challenges of newcomers and love to help where I can. I absolutely love Denmark, especially Lolland, and I am ready to help in any way I can to make everyone more at home in our lovely countryside.
Feel free to contact me via SMS at 4026 6919, or email.
About Graciela Dahl-Olsen
Mobile +45 5031 5466
Email: chdahlolsen@gmail.com
I am from Peru, married 44 years to a Dane. This is the third time I have moved back to Denmark. I know how challenging it can be to move from one country to another.
I worked as Bilingual Secretary at the Peruvian Embassy in Denmark, in this position I helped diplomats fron Peru and staff members from the Embassy how to settle in Copenhagen.
My last position in Peru was as Manager of our Farm & Lodge, located in the Peruvian rainforest until set. 2019. Where we had many international guests, and I had the task of organizing many events, tours, booking, etc.
Currently, I am working as a volunteer at Red Cross in Maribo, twice a week. With this experience I would like to offer help and advice for to newcomers in Lolland.
I speak Spanish, English and Danish. If you have any questions you are welcome to contact me, I will be very pleased to help you.
