THIS IS CRUX.
A student-led, non-profit film collective dedicated to capturing meaningful stories from around the world. As undergraduate students at Minerva University, we study across four continents and work to highlight crucial local issues from wherever we are.
HANNA HÖIJER
Finland
GAJA ĐUKANOVIČ BABIČ
Slovenia
LEA LEISSE
Germany
THE CRUX TEAM
CRUX was founded by Hanna, Gaja, and Lea, three passionate undergraduate students who met at Minerva University. Leveraging their diverse backgrounds in advocacy, cinematography, arts, and more, they are striving to have a positive impact in the world.
Executive Lead
HANNA HÖIJER
Hanna's background is in environmental issues and advocacy, with vast experience working on climate policy in international forums such as the United Nations and the European Union.
Dedicated to building bridges between people, cultures, and generations, her priority is ensuring that the films we create translate to social impact.
Technical Lead
GAJA ĐUKANOVIČ BABIČ
Gaja combines her passions for computer science, business, sustainability, and filmmaking to create impactful change.
Through her videography and storytelling skills, she ensures that the stories told are not only compelling but also those that truly matter.
Creative Lead
LEA LEISSE
Lea’s background spans podcasting, art, and design, with experience as a curator and creative director shaping projects at the intersection of storytelling and social change.
She believes that narratives which respect complexity can drive real cultural impact