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SISF awardee Khongorzul Batsukh’s ‘Special Olympics’ project
SISF Awardee Khongorzul Batsukh's project aims to break barriers for children with special needs and embrace inclusivity.
SISF Awardee Nathanael Elias raises awareness with ‘RiseUpSRH’
SISF awardee Nathanael Elias raises sexual and reproductive health awareness among high school students in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Bryan Zapata, ALP ‘22, Works to Connect Communities and Bring Together a Divided World
Aspire Leaders Program alumnus Bryan Zapata shares his journey from a humble upbringing to becoming a global change-maker.
Alumni in India Discuss Professional Growth, Art, and Culture With Aspire Institute CEO, Meena Sonea, and Co-Founder, Tarun Khanna
Aspire Leaders Program alumni in India explored professional growth, art, and culture with Aspire Institute CEO Meena Sonea and Co-Founder Tarun Khanna.
Aspire Institute’s Pakistan Foundry Continues Empowering First-Generation University Students and Fostering Connections
Our CEO's visit to Pakistan highlighted the strength of our Alumni Network. Engaging events brought alumni together to share stories and foster connections.
Aspire Leaders Program Alumni Build Community and Discuss the Establishment of a Turkey Foundry
Aspire’s CEO, Meena Sonea, gathered with Turkish alumni and fostered networking, community building, and discussions on local mentorship and opportunities.
Aspire Alumni in Turkey: Fostering Community
Aspire alumni in Turkey gather in Istanbul with our CEO to network and build relationships.
IFAD Group Partners with Aspire Institute to Amplify Young Leaders’ Impact in Bangladesh
IFAD Group partners with Aspire Institute to inspire young leaders in Bangladesh and raise awareness about the Aspire Leaders Program.
Linda Fraga ALP ‘20 Draws on Creativity in her Journey to Leave a Legacy of Positive Impact
Linda Fraga, an Aspire alumna from Brazil, utilizes her creative skills to carve out her own space in the professional world and social impact sphere.
Arianne Evans’ Global Experiences and Passions Guide her Journey and Advice For Others
Arianne Evans' global experiences in and outside of the classroom shaped the lessons she shared with Aspire alumni and her future career.
Aspire Institute Annual Staff Strategy Retreat: Scaling Agency
Aspire's "Scaling Agency" retreat focused on the strategic capabilities of our staff and deepened our understanding of the Aspire Leaders Program as a system.
Ignacio Toledo Navigates a Career in Astronomy and Inspires Others to Discover Their Dreams
Chilean astronomer Ignacio Toledo has fostered his passion for astronomy since a young age, sharing it with Aspire students. He balances basic scientific knowledge with broader discussions, recognizing students' desire for deeper engagement. His goal is to inspire and support their educational journeys, and he hopes to continue his mentorship for many more students in the future.
Josiah Muriuki ALP ‘23 Drives Change Through Mentorship and Gives Back to His Community in Kenya
Determined to build a better life, Josiah Muriuki pursued higher education and founded BetterMentor Africa, a mentorship initiative for youth across Africa.
Pelin Çılgın ALP ‘22 Seeks Opportunities to Pursue Passions in Film
Pelin Çılgın’s passion for language and film drives them to continuously seek out opportunities to achieve their dreams.
Expanding the Aspire Leaders Program Throughout Brazil as an International Opportunity
With the aid of our Country Representative, Aline Santos, we have been able to reach many Brazilian youth and invite them to take advantage of our program.
Art Hunt, Finance Director at Aspire Institute, Promotes Financial Literacy and Empowers Young Leaders
Art Hunt, Finance Director for Aspire Institute, provides advice on financial literacy, mentors young leaders, and consults for nonprofits.
Mahmoud Rabie, Founder of Innovate Academy, Passionately Learns and Mentors to Shape a More Inclusive Future
Mahmoud Rabie, Founder of Innovate Academy, is dedicated to mentoring youth through his organization and preparing them for career success.
Susan Fine Shares Entrepreneurial Wisdom With Aspire’s Rising Leaders
Aspire mentor and entrepreneur shares her journey and wisdom with young leaders around the world.
Rohit Kushwaha ALP ’23 Transforms Lives of Youth With Disabilities in India
Aspire Leaders Program alumnus and Community Action Award winner creates a school to develop vocational skills in disabled youth in Ghaziabad, India.
Michelle Nagawa ALP ‘22 Inspires Change as a Ugandan Social Impact Leader, Mentor, Writer, and Mother
Michelle Nagawa completed the Aspire Leaders Program in 2023 and receiving funding to pursue a transformative project in the Katanga slum area of Uganda. She continues to balance her roles as a social entrepreneur, mentor, writer, geospatial analyst, and mother.
