Marlen Reusser has been volunteering for Velafrica since 2021. As a successful athlete and public figure, she raises awareness of the benefits of bicycle mobility in Africa. With her wide reach, the 34-year-old from Bern is helping to spread the word about Velafrica’s work, particularly vocational training programs such as “Bikepreneur” and mobility initiatives such as “Bike to School.” In doing so, she supports Velafrica’s vision of a world in which everyone can benefit from bicycle mobility.
Photo: Maximilian Lederer
“A bicycle helps people get ahead – quite literally. This is why I am helping Velafrica promote bicycle mobility in Africa. I am proud to be able to contribute to Velafrica’s success as an ambassador.” – Marlen Reusser
Marlen Reusser is one of the most successful female cyclists of our time. Among other achievements, she is an Olympic silver medalist and world champion in time trials. Off the racecourse, she is dedicated to issues such as sustainability, equality and the empowerment of women—values she shares with Velafrica and that we champion together.
Learn more about Marlen Reusser
On her website:
https://marlenreusser.com/
On social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marlenreusser/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReusserMarlen/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-med-marlen-reusser-798ab91a7/
