About the STEC
The EUROPARC Transboundary Steering and Evaluation Committee (STEC) is appointed by the EUROPARC Council to oversee the coordination of the EUROPARC Transboundary Parks Programme. The committee is composed of our most experienced members in the field of transboundary cooperation. These individuals deliberate and reach consensus on proposals concerning the development of the evaluation system to support the advancement of the EUROPARC Transboundary Parks Programme. They are also responsible for reviewing the verifiers’ reports following on-site visits and providing recommendations to the EUROPARC Council on whether a transboundary area applicant is deserving of the Transboundary Certificate.
Get to know its members!
Tiia Henrika Kalske, STEC Chair
Tiia Kalske is a specialist in cross-border environmental cooperation and nature conservation. She holds a Master of Science in Terrestrial Ecology from the University of Helsinki (2001) and earned a biology teaching qualification in Norway (2004).
Since 2007, Tiia has worked with the County Governor’s Office of Troms and Finnmark, Norway’s northernmost region. Her focus includes international collaboration on environmental monitoring, transboundary water management, and conservation in the Pasvik-Inari region, a key area for cross-border cooperation. She brings extensive experience from numerous EU-funded environmental projects.
Tiia has been involved with EUROPARC’s Transboundary Programme since 2019, actively contributing to STEC’s work and serving as the committee chair. Her leadership, international experience, and ecological expertise make her a vital advocate for transboundary nature protection.
Martin Starý, STEC Member
Martin Starý is a dedicated advocate for community involvement in transboundary nature conservation, with a focus on the Bohemian Forest along the former Iron Curtain. His expertise lies in fostering cross-border cooperation between the Czech Republic and Germany to enhance biodiversity and sustainable water management.
Martin has spearheaded numerous initiatives, including educational outreach programmes for schools and the development of joint field guides and brochures. He has led efforts under major Interreg projects, contributing to biodiversity improvements, socio-economic monitoring systems in Šumava National Park, and innovative red deer management strategies in the context of climate change. These projects, collectively exceeding €9 million in funding, underscore his commitment to impactful conservation solutions.
His work also includes the National Park Partner Programme, active since 1999, and the LIFE for MIRES project, restoring over 2,000 hectares of vital wetland habitats with a €6 million budget. Martin’s focus on community awareness and ecological restoration highlights his belief in sustainable practices that benefit both nature and local communities, from flood mitigation to habitat renewal.
Csilla Dorogman, STEC Member
Csilla Dorogman is an expert in international conservation and project management, with extensive experience in transboundary collaboration. She is preparing to lead cross-border cooperation between the legal entities managing the Fertő-Hanság and Neusiedler See-Seewinkel Transboundary National Parks. Her career with Fertő-Hanság National Park spans over two decades, including leadership roles in project management since 2020 and a focus on Interreg ATHU projects in partnership with Austria.
Previously, Csilla held roles in ecotourism, habitat management, and international conventions. She brings a wealth of knowledge in managing complex conservation initiatives and fostering multinational partnerships.
Csilla earned her Master’s degree in Environmental Management in Agriculture from Szent István University, specialising in Environmental Protection and Nature Conservation. A skilled linguist, she is fluent in English and German, with certification as a special translator in agricultural and environmental sciences.
Lenka Reiterová, STEC Member
With over 30 years of expertise in nature conservation, Lenka Reiterová has dedicated her career to managing the Podyjí National Park in the Czech Republic. Beginning as a botanist in 1994, she later served as Deputy Director and Head of Nature Conservation from 2010 to 2019, before returning to her first passion as a botanist in 2020.
A pioneer in transboundary conservation, she has collaborated for 25 years with Austria’s Thayatal National Park and actively participated in TransParcNet meetings since 2010, gaining deep insights into cross-border nature protection. Her vast experience and international outlook enrich her role in EUROPARC’s Transboundary Programme.
Lenka holds a Master’s degree in Botany from Charles University in Prague (1994) and completed specialised training for civil servants in nature conservation. She speaks Czech, English, and Russian, with working knowledge of German.
She lives in a charming South Moravian village, finds joy in music, and champions biodiversity as a cornerstone for a sustainable future.
Both EUROPARC Directorate and Council thank the STEC for their continued dedication and support to the Transboundary Parks Programme!