What It Takes to Build | Vicky Germain & Dr. Lana Sirri

Multiexpertise, networks and resistance in BIPoC entrepreneurship.

What does it take to start something of your own and keep it going?

A conversation with @EquiNet DEI Expert Mary González Leal & Dr. Lana Sirri, and with Vicky Germain, co-founder of Kikili e.V., on what it means to build as a BIPoC entrepreneur, creative, or self-employed person.

Together, we explore the opportunities, challenges, and risks that come with building a business, project, or initiative while navigating discrimination, uncertainty, and structural barriers.

From Berlin to Sandau (Elbe), Vicky shares insights into community work, migration, memory, and the transformation of a former granary into a vibrant space for art, culture, and participation. We also talk about the role of networks, support structures, and collective resilience in making long-term visions possible.