About Ghost
Vision, mission, strategy, Core values, slogan
Ghost Foundation
In today’s fast-paced world, organizations strive for innovation and impact. Founded in 2018 by visionaries Anita Karki, Willem Reuser, and Ivan Spikmans, Stichting Ghost embraces this ambition with the motto, “Dream to Dare to Develop.”
We believe in the transformative power of dreams, pushing boundaries and effecting change in our communities. From its inception, our organization has fostered a culture of courage and growth, thanks to the pioneering spirit of Anita Karki and Ivan Spikmans. At Stichting Ghost, we dare to innovate, take risks, and explore unconventional paths, fostering a culture of courage and growth.
Welcome to Stichting Ghost, where dreams become reality and development never halts. Our vision is to empower individuals to realize their fullest potential through active participation in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) challenges.
Our mission is to make STEAM exploration engaging and enjoyable by offering challenges that foster hard skills like 3D modeling, programming, and manufacturing, as well as soft skills such as presenting, creative thinking, and planning. Our comprehensive approach emphasizes teamwork, respect, and integrity, making learning fun and integral.
We set a standard where joy and challenge coexist in learning, upholding responsibilities to our volunteers, community, and environment. Join us at Stichting Ghost and ignite the spark of innovation and growth in every individual.
Vision

Foster an environment that enables countless individuals, igniting their intrinsic motivation and inspiration to reach their fullest potential through active participation in STEAM challenges.
Mission

Empower individuals to explore the dynamic world of STEAM through engaging challenges, where learning becomes a dynamic and enjoyable experience. Our mission is to cultivate not only hard skills such as 3D modeling, programming, and manufacturing but also essential soft skills like presenting, creative thinking, and planning. Beyond acquiring technical proficiency, participants will also grasp the importance of teamwork, respect, and integrity. By establishing a standard that integrates fun and challenge into the learning process, we aim to make acquiring new knowledge an integral and enjoyable part of their lives. In fulfilling this commitment, we uphold our responsibility to our volunteers, community, and the environment, inspiring others to embrace our model of impactful learning.
Strategy

With motivated, qualified and self-​sufficient volunteers who are forward thinking and acting, we aspire to live up to our goal of exceeding STEAM challenge expectations. We make investments in research and development, as well as constant improvements to our volunteers and facility, and in doing so continually improve our capabilities. As an independent foundation, our focus is on the long-term and we strive to make STEAM challenges a commodity in education.
The six E's - Our Core Values
At the heart of our foundation are core values that shape our identity and guide our mission. We prioritize education, believing in the transformative power of knowledge to inspire and equip individuals for success in the STEAM fields. Empowerment drives us to foster leadership and initiative, enabling each person to realize their full potential and make a positive impact. Enjoyment is fundamental to our approach, ensuring that learning and growth are engaging and fulfilling experiences. Ethics guide every decision we make, emphasizing integrity, transparency, and accountability in all our endeavors. Equality is central to our commitment, promoting inclusivity and fairness to create a supportive and diverse community. Finally, exploration fuels our curiosity and drives innovation, encouraging us to push boundaries and discover new possibilities. These core values collectively define our organization, guiding us as we strive to empower youth and foster a culture of lifelong learning and innovation in STEAM.
Dream

We Dream to achieve, transforming dreams into reality.
Dare

We Dare to inspire change, challenging others to confront the unknown.
Develop

We Develop together, fostering minds and skills through collaboration.