Sigrid Solnik

Sigrid has been involved in debating since 2004 and has been a SpeakSmart trainer and moderator since 2010. As a two-time Estonian Debating Champion, she has been active as a debate coach for many years.

Sigrid holds a Master's degree in Ethnology and Change Management from the University of Tartu. In her professional career, she has managed the Estonian Roundtable for Development Cooperation, the Centre for Applied Anthropology of Estonia and worked as a volunteer in the Middle East, Palestine and Jordan. She has worked as a project manager in the Victim Support and Prevention Services Department of the Social Insurance Board and as a programme manager of the Opinion Festival. Sigrid is currently working as a Programme Manager in the Estonian Refugee Council.

FEEDBACK TO SIGRID'S WORK:

I really liked Sigrid's thorough notes - she recognized what was important to us. Heateo SA

Sigrid did very well, she was genuinely involved both in the preparation phase and when leading the conversation. She responded quickly to the participants and targeted the questions well. A joy!

I think SpeakSmart moderators are professional and trustworthy. The moderator was very knowledgeable and helpful, our cooperation was smooth and pleasant. The discussion led by Sigrid was based on well-targeted and worded questions and therefore the debate was meaningful and relevant to the topic. I'm thankful!