National Counciler for the Green Party and Member of the National Council's Commission for Science, Education, and Culture (WBK) as well as the Audit Committee (GPK). Former City Councilor of Zurich and former Cantonal Councilor of Zurich. Professor of Social Work. Supervisor, (conflict) consultant, and (large group) facilitator. Served as President of the VPOD union for 13 years, representing service public and organizing cultural workers. President of Open Youth Work Zurich (OJA), which creates spaces for young people. President of AVIVO Zurich, the left-wing organization for retirees. Long-time board member of IG Rote Fabrik. Married to a cartoonist, mother of a musician, and a passionate dancer herself—culture is thus an integral part of both her political and personal life.