Shimar is a philosophy graduate originally from the Philippines who moved to Barcelona 14 years ago. It was a move that changed her entire life as it fundamentally helped her to finally acknowledge her true self, as a proud transgender woman. She discovered that being herself isn’t a mental illness, and that there are ways out there in the world to live more authentically. She of course had her struggles and fears, but she was able to survive. Shimar navigated her way through different admin jobs in the past but eventually landed in the HR world - doing what she really loves – supporting people. Currently, she's working as a People and Talent Acquisition Manager for one of the biggest cruise ship companies. Outside of work she loves to read, appreciate art, photography, and food.