The Team
Meet the People
Behind the Mission
A small team. One vision. A commitment to ensuring every woman has access to dignity, education, and health.
Co-Founder
Nay Mohamad
Originally from Lebanon and now based in Milan, Nay is a passionate advocate for women's rights and health education. She brings a strong background in research, communication, and grassroots organizing to Her Light's mission. Her dedication to breaking taboos around menstruation drives the organization's educational initiatives.
Interests & Passions
Leadership at Her Light
As co-founder, Nay leads Her Light's educational programs, blog content, and community partnerships. She works to ensure that accurate, empowering information about menstrual health reaches as many people as possible.
"The stigma around menstruation keeps millions of women silent. I co-founded Her Light to break that silence — because education and awareness are the first steps toward real, lasting change."
— Nay
Co-Founder
Bianca Smith Petersen
Bianca is an international student based in Milan with a deep passion for social justice, women's health, and community advocacy. Of Italian, Danish, and Swedish heritage, her experiences growing up across cultures gave her a unique perspective on the disparities women face in accessing basic healthcare and menstrual products.
Interests & Passions
Leadership at Her Light
As co-founder, Bianca oversees Her Light's strategic direction, fundraising campaigns, and documentary production. She is committed to amplifying the voices of women affected by period poverty.
"I started Her Light because I believe that no woman should ever have to choose between her dignity and her basic needs. Menstrual health is a right, and we're here to make sure it's treated like one."
— Bianca
President
Matilda Maroni
Matilda is the President of Her Light. Based in Italy, she leads the organization's mission to combat period poverty and champion menstrual health, combining a deep commitment to women's dignity with a vision for meaningful, lasting change.
Interests & Passions
Leadership at Her Light
As President, Matilda leads Her Light's mission, vision, and strategic direction. She ensures every initiative, partnership, and campaign reflects the organization's commitment to dignity, education, and real-world impact for women.
"Leadership means turning empathy into action. I want to make sure no woman ever feels that her period is something to be ashamed of — or something she can't afford to manage."
— Matilda
Vice President
Antonio Croce
Antonio guides Her Light's vision and strategic direction as Vice President. With a background in editorial leadership and advocacy, he brings a thoughtful, standards-driven approach to the organization's growth and impact.
Interests & Passions
Leadership at Her Light
As Vice President, Antonio supports Her Light's overall vision, editorial integrity, and strategic initiatives. He ensures every article, campaign, and partnership reflects the organization's commitment to accuracy, empathy, and lasting impact.
"Leadership in this space means holding ourselves to a higher standard — accuracy, empathy, and real follow-through. Her Light exists to make sure dignity isn't treated as optional."
— Antonio
Operations Director
Matilde Soldi
Matilde is Her Light's Operations Director. She brings structure, energy, and care to the day-to-day work that keeps the organization moving — coordinating initiatives, logistics, and partnerships that turn the mission into real outcomes for women.
Interests & Passions
Leadership at Her Light
As Operations Director, Matilde oversees the planning and execution of Her Light's initiatives, ensuring donations, events, and partnerships run smoothly and reach the women who need them most.
"Behind every impact is someone making it happen. I want to make sure our work doesn't just look good on paper — it actually reaches the women who need it."
— Matilde
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