Eye Level Project is an international non-profit initiative empowering the immigrant through art, dialogue and local assistance
Our Board of Directors
Israel Barcellos Pereira
Founder & Chairperson
Israel Barcellos Pereira is the founder and chairperson of the Eye Level Project. With over 10 years of experience in corporate international business management, information technology, and ICF-level coaching, he was inspired to initiate the Eye Level Project while writing songs that reflect his own immigration story. He grew up in Brazil, Portugal, Spain, and the United States before settling in Germany. He holds a Master of Science in International Business from Steinbeis-Hochschule Berlin, an MBA from Faculdades da Indústria Curitiba (Brazil), a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from FTH Giessen, and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from California State University, Northridge.
Karen Caesar,
Vice-Chair, Eye Level Coaching Focus
Karen Caesar leads the Eye Level Coaching initiative and brings over 12 years of experience in the fields of migration, humanitarian aid, and education. She has contributed to local and international projects in India, Chile, Colombia, and Germany. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and a Master of Arts in Conflict, Memory, and Peace, she has been a certified systemic coach since 2018. Her passion lies in helping people rediscover their inner strength and unlock their full potential.
israel.pereira@eyelevelproject.com
karen.caesar@eyelevelproject.com
Pamela Loza
Vice-Chair, Operations & Management Focus
Born and raised in Lima, Peru, Pamela Loza grew up between cultures — with a Peruvian father and a German-descended mother. She moved to Germany at the age of 19, where she completed an engineering degree at the Technical University of Munich. After years of professional experience as an engineer, she shifted her career toward her passion for coffee and now works as a Senior Supply Chain Expert for one of Germany’s largest coffee companies. She has also led digital transformation projects, including the implementation of an ERP system (SAP S/4HANA). At Eye Level Project, she is responsible for overseeing operations and management.
pamela.loza@eyelevelproject.com
Nicolas Kanzleiter
Vice-Chair, Eye Level Talk Focus
Nicolas Kanzleiter is a psychologist with a focus on clinical psychology, psychotherapy, and health (B.Sc. & M.Sc.). Since 2019, he has been working as a licensed behavioral therapist for children and adolescents. His experience spans social pediatrics, school counseling, psychiatry, and therapeutic support. In his current role, he also serves as an administrative assistant at an outpatient clinic. In all these settings, he regularly works with clients from migrant backgrounds, often in English or with translators. For over 15 years, he has also volunteered in youth leadership and counseling in an international, English-speaking Methodist congregation in Munich.
nicolas.kanzleiter@eyelevelproject.com
Misael Silvestre
Vice-Chair, Eye Level Art & Brazil Focus
Misael Silvestre is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and music educator. He graduated from the University of Brasília (UnB) and has over 15 years of experience in performance and music education. He has performed with renowned artists such as Hamilton de Holanda, Ed Motta, Maurício Einhorn, Ivan Lins, Wanda Sá, and many others. A passionate educator, he regularly teaches using the Suzuki method. Through music and arts initiatives, he promotes the Eye Level Project both in Germany and Brazil.
misael.silvestre@eyelevelproject.com
Alexander von Wascinski
Treasurer
Alexander von Wascinski is a theologian (TH Reutlingen, Germany; United Faculty of Theology, Melbourne, Australia), pastor, systemic counselor, and coach. He has served in various leadership roles, including as Associate Pastor in Ludwigsburg, Director of Youth Outreach for the United Methodist Church in Southern Germany, Secretary of the European Methodist Youth and Children's Council (EMYC), and Senior Pastor of a multi-church circuit near Stuttgart. Since 2022, he has led Peace Church United Methodist, an international English-speaking congregation in Munich. His diverse background also includes work as a car rental agent, computer technician, and network administrator.
alexander.vonwascinski@eyelevelproject.com
🌍 How We Work
Eye Level Project is an independent initiative for development cooperation and nonprofit engagement. The association is based in Munich, Germany, but operates internationally – including in Brazil and the United States. For further information, please refer to our statutes.
🎯 Association Purposes
The purpose of the association is to promote international sentiment and mutual understanding, art and culture, as well as the pursuit of charitable aims. Immigrants worldwide should feel valued and have equal opportunities to actively shape their future. To achieve this:
We enable community events between locals and newcomers to ease the initial challenges of integration.
We offer local, goal-oriented coaching and counseling.
We create dialogue at eye level through interviews with immigrants, locals, and experts.
We advocate for the value of immigrant perspectives through artistic projects and storytelling platforms.
💶 Funding
The association is funded through:
Donations
Public funds
Asset management
Endowments and legacies
Who We Are
🌐 Promotion of International Understanding
The association promotes contact between people of different linguistic, cultural, and religious backgrounds, supports their integration, and reduces xenophobia and prejudice. This is achieved through continuous participation in socially beneficial activities such as dialogue, coaching, mentoring, art/creativity, and education. We provide staff, equipment, spaces, and integration-focused measures. We also work in cooperation with other organizations in the field of integration and ensure equal opportunities for women, men, and people of all gender identities.
🎨 Promotion of Art and Culture
Art and creativity are key to building bridges between cultures. We support artistic initiatives that encourage participation, self-expression, and intercultural collaboration. This includes the provision of space, tools, platforms, and networks for artists with and without migration experience.
❤️ Pursuit of Charitable Purposes
Newcomers often need hands-on support for everyday life in a new country. Whether it's learning how to shop at the supermarket, use public transport, or fill out an immigration form, practical help is always appreciated. We encourage locals to offer friendly assistance in daily routines, helping create a welcoming and inclusive society.