I am Daniéla Kara, also known as Éladani (March 9, 1994). I was born and raised in Enschede, the Netherlands.  With Mesopotamian roots and a life shaped by the rhythms of the West, I grew up navigating the beautiful challenge of weaving these worlds into my own unique identity. 

 

As part of the Syrian-Orthodox community, I have been on a lifelong journey to embrace my own truth, stepping beyond tradition to follow the path that resonates deeply within my spirit: the path of freedom, truth and authenticity. This journey hasn't been easy, though. As a free, open-minded person who was always fascinated by the 'I', it was tough to grow up in a 'we' culture, where everything is about the community. How does one focus on their own personal development when certain dreams and desires do not match the cultural expectations?

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Through the years, writing became my sanctuary — a way to give voice to themes of freedom, identity, self-creation, and the courage to pursue personal dreams. For over 15 years, I have performed for several audiences as a spoken word artist, poet, rapper, and singer. Currently, I'm in the process of writing an autobiography. 

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In 2013, I started my Social Work studies at Saxion University of Applied Sciences in Enschede, the Netherlands. Since 2017, I have worked as a social worker, using creativity and the power of words to spark connection — between people, and most importantly, within themselves. My experience includes supporting youth facing complex challenges such as addiction and personality disorders, work that has shown me the importance of deep listening, meaningful conversation and creative expression in their healing process. I'm a connector by heart. I want to continue this mission through poetry, art, music, and my dedication to social impact.

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I am also a certified NLP Practitioner, blending transformative techniques with my heartfelt approach to empower others to uncover their strengths and step fully into their potential.

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