Our Team
Adama retreats is like a well-seasoned stew. Each ingredient adds its own flavor, determined by its purpose and the conditions under which it was growing. Together they blend into the whole, a taste-rich stew.
Each of our team members contributed their skills and life experience to craft Adama retreats. Our strength lies in our diversity, which helps us to continuously go deeper in our understanding of the shared human experience.
Sani Hayatbakhsh (Iran/Austria/Uganda) – Guide & Co-Founder
Visionary, Compassionate, Grounded
Sani's move to Uganda's peaceful Ssese Islands was a transformative life journey starting the NGO Bbanga Project to help the community flourish. From tech to philanthropy, Sani embodies meaningful change. His shift from IT pressure to peaceful mindfulness marks his path. He's deeply connected with the locals, sharing insights on the bond between self and nature. His knowledge enhances our retreat, motivating guests towards personal growth and making a positive difference. You can also find him on bookretreats.com.
'The journey of self-discovery leads us to the most unexpected places and to the deepest connections, both within and around us.'
Jonathan (Israel/Austria) – Business Design & Co-Founder
Explorer, Insightful, Analytic
Jonathan holds a bachelor's degree in African studies & Anthropology, and a master’s degree in Tourism Development & Culture. He worked in various positions in the tourism and culture industries including educational tours evaluation, sustainable tourism product development and applied anthropological research. Spirituality is an integral part of his everyday life, with a special connection to meditation, reading and sensation exercises.
'Learning how to let go might be the key to experiencing a different quality of being'
Alba Katharina Steiner Pérez (Austria/Spain) – Communications & Co-Founder
Creative, Open-minded, Empathetic
Alba volunteered at Bbanga Project for eight months and quickly became an integral part of the Bbanga network, a passionate and dedicated team of people who believe in mutual learning. Alongside Adama Retreats, she currently studies Environmental sciences and Marketing. Taking her dog for a walk in the forest on a daily basis is a practice in experiencing the magic in the ordinary, and nature's special force.
'All roads have bumps in them. It's how you navigate them that matters'
Annet Nampewo (Uganda) - Guide
Empowering, Heartfelt, Inspirational
Raised in the modest yet challenging environment of a fishing village, Annet has been a cornerstone of the NGO Bbanga Project since 2017, Her compassionate spirit makes her an inspirational guide at Adama Retreats. Annet shows how caring for the underprivileged not only nurtures one's humanity but also encourages personal peace and world harmony.
'Through kindness, we build stronger communities and enrich our own lives in the process.'
Edi Kawooya (Uganda) – Guide
Resilient, Empathetic, Resourceful
Edi is a co-founder of the NGO Bbanga Project which promotes education, women's empowerment, and climate action. As a retreat guide, Edi bridges guests with the Ssese Islands’ culture and their NGO's impactful efforts. His personal journey from humble beginnings to driving change inspires participants, showing how empathy and resilience can lead to societal betterment.
'Transforming challenges into opportunities for unity and growth within our communities.'
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