Welcome Ashoka Fellows selected in 2024

About Alain

Alain is creating a new grassroots movement for Black men in Germany, centered around their identity as fathers. By doing so, he is helping to foster positive images of Black fatherhood within German identity and systematically centering Black narratives and representation in German culture and society for generations to come, particularly through children's literature. 

The problem

In Germany, anti-Black racism is prevalent but often unacknowledged, with Black men facing deeply negative stereotypes. Additionally, the public library system lacks children's books featuring positive Black-centered stories, leaving Black children without strong role models and representation.
 

Impact

• Alain has tackled these issues by creating Black Dads Germany, the first community for Black men focused on their identity as fathers. This growing movement has gathered over 1,000 dads in seven cities, empowering them as changemakers in their communities. He provides the tools and encouragement needed to start local communities, shaping their self-efficacy and transforming them into “micro-entrepreneurs.” 

• By organizing hundreds of events in public spaces, including readings of Black-centered children's books, these dads are transforming the public image of Black fatherhood in German society.

• Furthermore, Alain collaborates with publishing companies and librarians to introduce new Black-centered books into public libraries, thereby influencing curational practices and creating demand for more diverse children's literature. Through BDG’s influence on public libraries, the increased Black representation in books offers Black children role models and recognition of their identity, an essential first step toward active citizenship and future changemaking. 

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About Bernardo

Bernardo is igniting the spark of democratic participation in young people by creating a new architecture that enables them to work with their local political representatives, allowing them to make a real, tangible impact in their local community.   

The problem

Youth engagement has alarmingly decreased in conventional forms of politics, with almost 60% of eligible voters aged 18 to 24 in Europe choosing not to vote, and less than 10% being members of a political party. In practice, decision-making spaces are often secured for adults with limited channels for youth participation, resulting in discouragement and a sense of undervaluation. While citizenship modules become mandatory in schools, they remain purely theoretical with ill-equipped teachers to activate youth changemaking.

Impact

• MyPolis is a pioneer model designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, and schools and municipalities, offering youth a fun, hands-on experience of democracy in action to develop, present, and implement solutions with their local authorities.   

• Bernardo's vision extends beyond the classroom; he's shaping a society where every voice matters, and everyone has the power to influence and participate in the world around them. MyPolis is revitalizing the interest of young participants and inviting them on a journey of discovery, collaboration, and transformation.

• By fostering assemblies of local authorities and youth, MyPolis acts as an eye-opening opportunity to untap the talent of youth to drive change in their communities and be essential partners of policymakers. 

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About Antaraa 

Antaraa founded Civis to empower citizens in policymaking, inspired by her early advocacy experience writing to the President of India. Through Civis, she simplifies complex policies, facilitates public feedback, and promotes transparency, ensuring citizens' voices are integrated into decision-making for more inclusive and responsive governance. 

Antaraa has empowered citizens to actively engage in the policymaking process, inspiring individuals to participate in shaping laws that directly impact their lives, particularly through Civis' user-friendly feedback mechanisms and public consultations. 

The Problem 

The problem Antaraa addresses is the lack of citizen participation in policymaking, leading to policies that may not reflect the needs or concerns of the public. This gap fosters mistrust between citizens and the government, undermining the effectiveness and legitimacy of policies. Civis aims to bridge this gap by creating accessible channels for public feedback, ensuring transparency, and promoting collaboration between citizens and policymakers. 

The Impact 

• Empowered over 25,000 citizens to participate in consultations, giving them a voice in the policymaking process. 
• Increased transparency in policy development by making complex policies understandable and ensuring public input is integrated. 
• Ensured more inclusive policies, such as the transgender rights legislation that led to increased access to welfare benefits for the community. 
• Expanded Civis' model to other regions, including Taiwan, and helped five organizations replicate the model across India. 
• Influenced over 777 local policies in India, ensuring they reflect the needs of the public. 

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About Josep

Josep has pioneered a sustainable health model for chronic illnesses, centered around patients, paving the way for a healthier, longer-lived society with a transformative impact. 

The problem

As a renowned doctor, Josep has observed that chronic diseases affecting millions are often seen as inevitable with aging, receiving limited resources for prevention and treatment. With Spain's senior population expected to increase by 50% in the coming decades, Josep is focusing on rheumatic diseases and joint health, which affect 14% of society, primarily women.

Impact

• Josep pioneered the world's only dedicated foundation for osteoarthritis (OAFI), emphasizing patient-led innovation to reshape the perception, understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of rheumatic diseases.

• Josep empowers patients, trains health professionals, and caregivers, highlighting the importance of a healthy joint system for active longevity. 

• At the core of OAFI's mission is empowering patients to become active participants in their treatment and prevention of chronic pain and rheumatic conditions. Traditionally, patients have been passive recipients of prescriptions with limited understanding of their diseases. Josep is pioneering a shift where patients can adopt active lifestyles and non-medication methods to alleviate healthcare burdens and reshape healthcare for longer health spans.

• By fostering an intergenerational community among people with chronic rheumatic diseases, Josep promotes peer-to-peer connections and encourages greater health ownership. 

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About Myroslava

Migration and exile can often deprive people of agency. Myra seeks to transform the experience of people on the move (migrants and refugees) to one in which they quickly become active contributors to the common good in their new home and homeland. 

The problem

Central and Eastern European societies will be transformed by migration and refugees. Myra knows that new strategies for co-creating the future are essential. She prepares initiatives that empower migrant-run organizations to drive positive change.

Impact

• Myra creates formats, such as Ukrainian House, Women Clubs, and a coalition of minority organizations, enabling people on the move to actively shape society in Central and Eastern Europe and beyond. These formats engage tens of thousands of people annually. 

• Myra's strategy revolves around guiding questions that encourage both people on the move and host communities to reflect on various aspects of migration and integration. More importantly, it prompts them to take action.

• Joint activities involving Poles and Ukrainians foster mutual support in exploring identity and finding collective answers. With a long-term perspective, Myra understands that the experiences of Ukrainians and Poles today will shape the future of both societies. 

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About Caroline

Caroline is attracting innovators into German politics and embedding changemaking into the political system's culture. Recognizing the hierarchical nature of political careers as barriers to creativity and progress, she invigorates the political landscape from within by merging entrepreneurship with politics. She introduced a nationwide scouting and training program for young professionals to experiment, refine ideas, and develop solutions to political challenges. She established Germany’s first incubator for party-level innovation, providing a repository of innovative democratic ideas and nurturing individuals into political entrepreneurs. 

The problem

To counter rising polarization and the right-wing exploitation of political divisions, Caroline sees an urgent need for the political system to nurture new talent with democracy-strengthening ideas.

Impact

• Caroline aims to counteract the lack of innovation entrenched in traditional political career systems by bringing entrepreneurial political changemakers into the arena. Through JoinPolitics, she is fostering a robust community around the political changemakers and positioning them as a valuable resource for parties across the spectrum.

• Within only two years, JoinPolitics has already supported 43 talents, with 7 elected into office and 10 initiatives implemented into party programs and legislative drafts.

• JoinPolitics has also successfully raised over 4 million euros from the private sector into the search and support of political talent over the past four years, creating a significant new funding source for the underfunded area of political innovation. 

• JoinPolitics' participants benefit from a nonpartisan environment to develop ideas and build alliances before entering competitive politics. For instance, Luca Piwodda, 21, partnered with JoinPolitics to engage young people in East Germany, leading to the formation of a new party and the election of 7 local mayors. Similarly, Mehmet Ildeş, 21, founded Local Diversity, a nonpartisan organization empowering young people with migrant backgrounds in political engagement. 

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About Alef 

Alef Meulenberg, through his organization Rhiza Babuyile, is transforming marginalized South African townships by creating opportunities for skills development, entrepreneurship, and access to essential services. His initiatives, like early childhood development impact bonds and the nursepreneur model, empower individuals to become self-sufficient. Rhiza’s programs have positively impacted over 150,000 people, focusing on education and sustainable livelihoods for youth, women, and marginalized groups. Alef aims to expand this community-driven, market-based development model across Africa. 

The Problem 

The problem Alef Meulenberg is addressing is the lack of sustainable development and economic opportunities in marginalized South African townships. Many communities face challenges such as limited access to education, healthcare, and financial resources, as well as high unemployment rates. Rhiza Babuyile is focused on tackling these issues by empowering local individuals through skills development, entrepreneurship, and community-driven initiatives to create long-term, self-sustaining opportunities for growth and improved livelihoods. 

The Impact 

• Equipped 9,000 youth with market-relevant skills, supported over 2,000 entrepreneurs, and created 6,000 new jobs in South Africa's townships. His training programs in industries like ICT, agriculture, and fashion enable participants to pursue diverse career paths or start thriving businesses. 
• Alef’s ECD impact bond has supported over 1,000 early learning centers, improving school readiness from 68% to 95%. His nursepreneur model has established 21 primary care clinics providing affordable services, significantly boosting incomes for nurses and improving healthcare access for thousands. 
• By combining innovative financing with local capacity building, Alef has created a replicable development model. His initiatives are expanding regionally, with plans to triple clinics to over 60 and grow ECD programs to reach 350,000 children within five years. 

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About Lenore 

Lenore Skenazy, the founder of the Free-Range Kids movement, promotes giving children more independence and trust instead of over-protection. Lenore aims to shift the culture of parenting from fear-based to trust-based, allowing kids to develop autonomy and problem-solving skills. She co-founded Let Grow, a nonprofit that helps parents and schools create environments where kids can experience more freedom and independent play. Her work also involves advocating for legal changes to protect parents who allow their children reasonable independence. 

The Problem 

Lenore Skenazy addresses the overprotection of children by modern parents, driven by fear of danger or legal repercussions. This trend leads to limiting children's independence and opportunities to learn from real-world experiences. Skenazy argues that this "bubble-wrapping" approach harms children's development, as they miss out on building confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills. 

The Impact 

• Let Grow's initiatives, like the Let Grow Experience and Play Club, use schools as catalysts to normalize independence and free play, impacting over 100,000 students in 5,000 schools. 
• Lenore has helped draft and pass "Reasonable Childhood Independence" laws in eight states, protecting parents from neglect charges when allowing their children to take age-appropriate risks. 
• Through her book, blog, and nonprofit Let Grow, she provides free resources, spearheads community initiatives, and encourages parents to foster their children's independence. 
• By collaborating with researchers and professionals, she promotes independence as a therapeutic tool, supported by studies and endorsements from institutions like the Canadian Pediatric Society. 

About Ashok

Ashok, through Akshara Foundation's Ganitha Kalika Andolana (GKA), is reshaping foundational numeracy education in India. His model, implemented across 50,000 schools in Karnataka, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh, impacts 7 million children. By providing hands-on math kits, training teachers, and engaging communities, Ashok has created a scalable, multi-stakeholder approach that enhances math learning outcomes. His work fosters systemic change by integrating government support and community involvement, ensuring lasting improvements in education. 

Through the introduction of the GKA Math Kit and training programs, Ashok has inspired teachers, volunteers, and communities to take an active role in improving foundational education. 

The Problem 

In India, poor foundational numeracy skills affect millions of students. Many fifth-graders struggle with basic math, and issues like insufficient math instruction, ineffective teaching methods, and a lack of resources exacerbate the problem. Teachers are often undertrained, and the system prioritizes literacy over numeracy, leaving math education neglected. With minimal monitoring and accountability, these gaps persist, hindering students' ability to develop essential math skills. 

The Impact 

• Transformed math education for 7 million children across 50,000 schools in Karnataka, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. 
• Introduced the GKA Math Kit, improving teaching methods with a concrete-to-abstract approach. Expanded across all schools in Karnataka and Odisha, with plans for other states. 
• Trained over 18,000 education volunteers to support teachers and engage communities in learning. 
• Increased math proficiency by 30%-50% compared to state and national averages. 
• Secured government support, embedding the GKA program into state education systems. 

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About Darryl 

Darryl is pioneering a transformative model of citizen-powered journalism, designed to equip community members with the tools to become changemakers. This approach, which has spread to eight cities across two continents, addresses systemic barriers to access, empowering marginalized communities to take ownership of information sharing. 

Darryl is creating community-centered models that empower marginalized groups to own and share the information that impacts their lives. His programs, like the Documenters Program and Public Newsroom Workshops, make information more accessible and equitable for all. 

The Problem 

There is a lack of access to accurate, useful public information in marginalized communities, which weakens democracy and fosters mistrust in institutions. Traditional media often misrepresents or overlooks these communities, focusing on sensational stories instead of systemic issues. This information gap hinders civic participation and perpetuates inequality, leaving people without the tools to engage with and influence local government or societal change. 

The Impact 

• Launched in Chicago, this program trained and paid over 1,500 community members to attend and document local government meetings. This initiative has created a base of civic action and public accountability, with about 100 Documenters applying for assignments weekly. 
• Civic Reporting Programs train aspiring journalists from diverse backgrounds, including those who are underrepresented in traditional newsrooms, to operate within a community-focused journalism model. 
• A 2018 study found that people in Chicago communities of color, though feeling poorly represented in media, were more likely to volunteer their time with local media organizations. This highlights the program's success in fostering engagement. 

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About Deepa

Despite facing poverty, discrimination, and family pressure to quit school, Deepa persevered and became involved in nonprofit work, focusing on education, gender justice, and anti-caste activism. She founded Anubhuti in India in 2016 to end the health, cultural and livelihood injustice endemic to India's marginalized Nomadic and Denotified Tribes (NT-DNT). She does this through building a large network of proximate and frontline NT-DNT leaders, especially women and youth, action research and documentation, protecting and promoting cultural heritage and identity, and bringing mental, sexual and reproductive health justice. 

The Problem 

Deepa believes that society suffers from deep-rooted caste- and gender-based discrimination, which leads to systemic injustice, marginalization, and violence against women, particularly in oppressed communities like the NT-DNT (Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes) in India. She advocates for intersectional feminism and holistic justice to address these issues, emphasizing the need for collective action to combat social inequality and provide opportunities for education, empowerment, and social reform for marginalized groups. 

The Impact 

• Trained 3,000+ frontline community leaders, with a focus on youth and women, through inclusive "No-Criteria Selection." 
• Enabled 25,000 women to reclaim roles in health, livelihoods, and cultural justice in just three years. 
• Launched the Guts Fellowship, preparing 50+ NT-DNT youth leaders for professional and community impact. 
• Deepa’s work has reduced domestic violence by 95%, school dropouts by 80%, and youth drug addiction by 90% through cultural interventions in communities in which she intervened.  
• Developed a Mental Health Justice framework addressing systemic barriers to health equity. 
• Trained leaders to combat deep-rooted caste, gender, and economic inequalities affecting mental health. 
• Secured improved access to amenities like clean drinking water and electricity in several NT-DNT communities. 

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About Eduardo

Eduardo's initiative addresses the issues faced by Indigenous communities in Mexico, particularly in accessing essential services like justice, healthcare, and education due to language barriers and discrimination. His work focuses on empowering Indigenous youth to become professional interpreters, thus bridging the gap between Indigenous communities and public institutions. These interpreters not only translate but also advocate for Indigenous rights, challenging discrimination and promoting cultural respect. Eduardo's model emphasizes linguistic and cultural rights, transforming the role of interpreters into active changemakers who can influence public institutions and social attitudes, thereby fostering a broader societal shift toward recognizing and valuing Indigenous languages and cultures. 

The Problem 

The problem Eduardo is addressing is the systemic discrimination and exclusion of Indigenous communities in Mexico, particularly due to language barriers. Indigenous people often face challenges in accessing justice, healthcare, education, and other services because of the lack of qualified interpreters in their languages. This linguistic gap reinforces social inequalities and perpetuates the marginalization of Indigenous communities. Furthermore, the justice system and other public institutions are often not culturally sensitive, leading to discriminatory practices that affect the well-being and rights of Indigenous people. 

The Impact 

• Active in most courtrooms across Oaxaca’s 30 judicial districts. 
• Over 800 individuals served in Mexico and 250 in the U.S. in the past five years. 
• Contributed to the release of 70 Indigenous individuals wrongfully incarcerated. 
• Conducted workshops with 90 government officials and legal professionals in one year to increase intercultural competence. 

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Gideon’s Fastrack program provides a transformative educational model for displaced children in Nigeria, combining bilingual digital education, entrepreneurial skills, and family support. By involving parents through employment and a school feeding program, his initiative addresses both educational and basic needs. In response to the refugee crisis, Gideon’s approach has been replicated in multiple countries, benefiting over 18,000 children and reintegrating more than 11,600 into formal schooling. His work has received significant government support, making it a scalable and sustainable solution for crisis-affected regions. 

The Problem 

The refugee crisis in Northern Nigeria, caused by Boko Haram insurgency and violence, has left over 3.4 million children displaced. Many schools are attacked, and children face extreme safety risks like abduction and forced recruitment. Poverty further limits access to education, with families unable to afford fees or quality schooling. The traditional education system fails to meet the unique needs of displaced children, who need a model that addresses their circumstances and ensures their safety and learning. Despite efforts by the government, the problem remains largely unresolved. 

The Impact 

• Gideon's work has reached over 18,000 children across 290 camps and communities in Nigeria, Ghana, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. 

• More than 11,600 children have returned to formal schooling through the Fastrack program. 

• Gideon received a $255,000 grant from J-PAL’s Learning for All Initiative to scale the Fastrack program in Nigerian IDP camps. 

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Micaela Connery co-founded The Kelsey in 2017 to address the housing crisis for people with disabilities. The nonprofit develops affordable, accessible housing that integrates people with and without disabilities, promoting independence and community connection. Their model includes features like the Inclusion Concierge, which helps residents build support networks. Through collaboration with developers and policy makers, The Kelsey is influencing housing policies and advocating for disability-inclusive design standards. Micaela’s work is transforming the landscape of affordable housing, ensuring it is inclusive for all. 

The Problem 

Micaela Connery aims to address the lack of affordable, accessible housing for people with disabilities. This gap in the housing market often leaves people with disabilities isolated and without the necessary resources to live independently. The Kelsey seeks to create inclusive communities where people with and without disabilities live together, promoting independence, inclusion, and social connection. 

The Impact

• Co-founded The Kelsey, a nonprofit focused on affordable, accessible housing for people with disabilities. 

• Developed innovative housing models that foster inclusive, mixed-income communities. 

• Advocated for policies promoting independent living and community integration for people with disabilities. 

• Raised awareness about the importance of inclusive housing for social inclusion and equality. 

• Led projects that provide sustainable solutions for people with disabilities to live independently in society. 

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Naomi founded Flone, a social enterprise working to improve public transportation in Kenya by making it safer, more accessible, and inclusive, especially for vulnerable groups like women, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Through research, advocacy, and training, Naomi addresses systemic issues in the matatu (minibus) system, promotes policy changes, and empowers women in the transport sector. Her work has led to safer environments for commuters and better economic opportunities for marginalized groups in the industry. 

The Problem 

The problem Naomi addresses is the lack of safety, accessibility, and inclusivity in Kenya's public transportation system, particularly within the matatu (minibus) sector. Vulnerable groups, including women, the elderly, and people with disabilities, face discrimination, harassment, and inadequate services, hindering their ability to safely and efficiently use public transport. This systemic issue limits mobility, economic opportunities, and social participation for these groups. 

The Impact 

• Naomi tackles the widespread harassment women face in matatus, with 73% of matatu managers and 88% of commuters having witnessed or experienced sexual violence. 

•  She has played a key role in passing legislation that makes such acts punishable by up to 20 years in prison. 

• Women make up only 7% of the matatu workforce. Naomi has created the Women in Transport initiative, which trains women to become drivers and operators, thereby empowering them to take leadership roles within the industry. 

• Naomi has successfully lobbied for the creation of policies that protect vulnerable groups in public transport and has influenced government curriculum changes on sexual harassment. 

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Rajesh Trivedi is the founder of ALERT (Advanced Life Support and Emergency Response Training), which aims to train one person in every family to handle medical emergencies. His initiative addresses gaps in India’s emergency response system by equipping everyday people with life-saving skills. After witnessing frequent road accidents, Rajesh founded ALERT to train individuals across India, reaching over 250,000 people so far. ALERT’s mobile app connects trained responders to emergencies in real-time. Rajesh is also working to implement the Good Samaritan Law and make first aid courses mandatory in schools, with a goal of training 100 million people in the next five years. 

The Problem 

India faces a critical emergency response problem, with over 300,000 emergencies occurring daily, of which 80% are medical. A significant gap exists in the country's ability to respond effectively, as only 4% of ambulance personnel are properly trained, and many areas lack proper trauma care facilities. Additionally, the implementation of the Good Samaritan Law, which protects bystanders helping in emergencies, is limited to road accidents, leaving other medical crises unaddressed. Public awareness and knowledge about how to act in emergencies are also severely lacking, leading to delays in treatment and increased fatalities. 

The Impact 

• Over 250,000 trained individuals, including first responders across various sectors. 

• Over 5,000 lives saved through improved emergency response. 

• Raised public awareness, encouraging individuals to take proactive roles in emergencies. 

• Development of the PEER program and ALERT VoICE app, enhancing response networks. 

• ALERT’s curriculum endorsed by governments and educational institutions, influencing national emergency response frameworks. 

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Shweta Chari’s work in leading India’s "Right to Play" movement recognizes the lack of structured play in schools, especially in marginalized communities, where she launched the Play2Learn programmes to integrate play-based learning into education. Her efforts have transformed curricula, improved attendance and learning outcomes, and fostered life skills in children. Through teacher training, government collaborations, and research initiatives, Shweta is making play a vital part of education across India. 

The Problem 

India's education system largely neglects the role of play in child development, especially in marginalized communities. Many schools lack playgrounds, resources, or dedicated time for play, while societal perceptions often dismiss it as unproductive. This gap limits children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth, leaving them less engaged and hindering their overall development. 

The Impact 

• Partnered with the Maharashtra government to mandate daily play for children in grades 1–8 in rural schools. 

• Trained over 14,000 teachers to use play as a tool for holistic education. 

• Directly impacted around 150,000 children, fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and socio-emotional skills. 

• Adapted play-based pedagogy for online learning during COVID-19, expanding reach across six states. 

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Second Nurture, founded by Rabbi Susan Silverman, is transforming the foster care system by engaging faith-based communities to support foster families. The initiative forms "Cohorts" of foster families, backed by a Family Support Specialist and local volunteers, providing a network of help for both families and children. This model improves foster family retention, reduces trauma, and creates long-term, community-driven support. Second Nurture aims to expand nationally, offering a scalable solution to address the challenges within foster care and create better outcomes for children and families. 

The Problem 

Second Nurture seeks to address the high dropout rate of foster families and the lack of sustainable support for foster children. The traditional foster care system often struggles with limited resources, insufficient community engagement, and inadequate trauma-informed care. These gaps can lead to foster families feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and unsupported, resulting in children experiencing instability and neglect. Additionally, the system faces challenges in meeting the emotional and logistical needs of both foster families and the children they care for, contributing to a cycle of short-term placements and poor long-term outcomes for foster children. 

The Impact

• 2N has a 1% foster family drop-out rate, significantly lower than the national average of 50%, due to strong community support. 

• 2N has increased interest in fostering within congregations, helping fill gaps in the foster care system by recruiting new foster families. 

• 2N works closely with government agencies to enhance the foster care infrastructure, offering additional services and support for families in need. 

• 2N provides trauma-informed resources and respite care, reducing burnout and improving the well-being of foster families. 

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Vishwanath Srikantaiah is a pioneer in sustainable water management in India, combining engineering expertise with cultural understanding. He focuses on rainwater harvesting, groundwater replenishment, and decentralized wastewater treatment, empowering communities to manage water resources. His initiatives, like creating shallow wells and revitalizing traditional well-digging practices, have significantly improved water productivity and are being replicated in over 500 cities across India. 

The Problem 

India faces significant water challenges due to rapid urbanization, rising population, and over-reliance on groundwater. Agriculture consumes most of the country's freshwater, while industrial demands are increasing. Many regions, especially drought-prone areas like Karnataka, struggle with water scarcity, polluted groundwater, and inadequate infrastructure. Despite receiving sufficient rainfall, poor water management, overuse of groundwater, and lack of proper rainwater harvesting exacerbate the crisis. In urban areas, groundwater levels are depleting, and contamination affects clean water access, with socio-economic inequalities further complicating the situation. 

The Impact 

• Vishwanath's collaboration with traditional well diggers helped recharge urban aquifers, improving water availability in the city and creating 150,000 shallow wells in Bangalore.  

• His approach to groundwater replenishment and rainwater harvesting has been successfully adopted in numerous cities across India, approximately in 500 cities. 

• He promoted using treated sewage for irrigation, addressing the issue of agriculture consuming 80% of India’s freshwater. 

• His work has led to the creation of decentralized wastewater treatment systems and rainwater harvesting solutions, improving water access and quality. 

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Nevzat empowers young leaders in Türkiye to reshape democracy through his organization, Arayüz Kampanyası. He equips aspiring politicians with tools and training while working with political parties and governments to lower barriers for youth. His efforts have increased youth representation and fostered cross-generational dialogue, creating a model for inclusive democracies. 

The Problem 

The problem that Nevzat addresses is the underrepresentation of young people in Türkiye’s political landscape and decision-making processes. He tackles the challenges faced by youth who lack the resources, training, and platforms to engage effectively in politics and influence policy decisions. This gap not only limits their potential to contribute to democratic governance but also hinders the development of a more inclusive and representative political system. 

The Impact 

• Developed political training programs to teach young people how to engage effectively in the political process. 

• Conducted workshops aimed at enhancing political literacy and leadership skills among youth. 

• Created community engagement activities that connected young individuals with local political issues. 

• Worked to bridge the gap between young generations and political decision-making processes. 

• Contributed to the development of a more inclusive and representative political landscape in Turkey. 

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About Monica
 

Monica pioneers the concept of “cultural intellectual property,” empowering indigenous and ethnic groups to safeguard traditional knowledge. Her framework fosters equitable partnerships with corporations, preserving cultural heritage and promoting biodiversity. By bridging cultural and environmental concerns, she champions sustainability amidst global challenges, reshaping narratives of preservation and partnership for a more inclusive future. 

The problem
 

Monica addresses the neglect of Traditional Knowledge and Cultural Expressions by creating tools for indigenous and ethnic groups to protect their heritage.

Impact

• She introduces Cultural Intellectual Property, enabling communities to design their protection methods.

• Through the 3Cs Rule (Consent, Credit, Compensation), Monica facilitates fair partnerships with companies, empowering marginalized artisans. For example, a company that wants to use a traditional cultural expression in its product line would agree to using the 3Cs framework and engage the custodians of that cultural expression.

• By intertwining cultural and environmental concerns, she fosters sustainability and inclusivity, offering a new narrative in the global discourse on conservation and creativity. Using the 3Cs Rule she translates these concepts into local languages to explain community rights and agency.

• This framework fosters dialogues about new engagement rules, leading to international partnerships and grassroots-led tools. Monica ensures local communities can exercise self-determination in legally protecting their traditional knowledge and intangible cultural heritage.

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About Monica
 

Katia Melis is centering the Belgian legal aid sector around the individual, through an integrated approach to psychological, social and legal aid. By smartly collaborating with the federal government in Belgium, her integrated model is now studied and measured to become a law and scale from Brussels to all Belgian regions. 

The problem
 

Katia, a Belgian lawyer, recognizes the daunting challenges individuals seeking legal aid often encounter, particularly marginalized communities lacking resources to access adequate support. Navigating a fragmented system involving multiple agencies, these individuals face significant hurdles. Through Casa Legal, Katia and her colleagues are transforming legal aid in Belgium by integrating legal, social, and psychological support.

Impact

•  Casa Legal addresses the problem by providing holistic support through its SAHO model (from French, Service d’Accompagnement Holistique). For instance, a mother who has experienced domestic violence may not only require legal aid but also social (access to social housing) and psychological support (trauma therapy) to navigate her situation effectively.

• Working with social workers, psychologistsand other stakeholders, Casa Legal has helped around 1,200 people, 72% of whom are women.

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Grace Matlhape is the founder of SmartStart, an organization improving early childhood education (ECD) in South Africa. SmartStart trains unemployed individuals, especially from underserved communities, to run affordable, high-quality preschools using homes or community spaces. This model addresses the ECD practitioner shortage and provides economic opportunities. Partnering with the government, SmartStart helped shape South Africa’s first National ECD strategy. By 2030, the organization aims to reach 1 million children annually, ensuring quality early learning for low-income households through a blended financing model. 

The Problem 

The problem SmartStart addresses is the severe shortage of qualified early childhood education (ECD) practitioners and preschools in South Africa, particularly in underserved communities. This shortage limits access to quality early learning, which is critical for children's development. Additionally, unemployment rates are high, especially in these communities, and the cost of building and maintaining traditional preschool infrastructure is often prohibitive. 

The Impact 

• Trained over 3,000 practitioners to run affordable, quality preschools in underserved communities across South Africa. 

• Empowered 1,100 microenterprises through the SmartStart social franchising model, enabling local entrepreneurs to open early childhood education centers in their communities. 

• Aims to reach 1 million children annually by 2030 to ensure all children in South Africa, especially those from low-income households, have access to quality early learning. 

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About Aditya

The Indian education system has long been criticized for its focus on rote memorization, leaving students ill-equipped for the workforce despite years of formal education. Aditya seeks to shift this paradigm by fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and problem-solving among youth. His approach aims to prepare students not only to be employable but to become job creators in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. 

He is reforming the Indian education system by integrating hands-on learning into schools and creating a sustainable, scalable model that empowers students, teachers, and communities. Through partnerships with government and nonprofits, he’s changing the system to foster innovation and problem-solving for all. 

The Problem 

The problem lies in the limitations of the current Indian education system, which heavily relies on rote learning. This approach prioritizes memorization over critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving, leaving students well-prepared for exams but ill-equipped for the workforce. Despite years of formal education, many students struggle with employability because they lack the practical skills and competencies that industries require. The focus on testing and memorization leads to graduates who may excel academically but fail to develop the skills necessary for real-world challenges, such as teamwork, communication, and innovation. 

The Impact 

• MakerGhat has already reached 1.8 million youth across India, with plans to impact 5 million by the end of 2025. 
• Aditya's teacher training model has successfully empowered educators to transition from traditional teaching methods to becoming facilitators of self-directed learning, creating more innovative and supportive classroom environments. 
• Ongoing evaluations, including randomized controlled trials with Stanford University, are showing measurable improvements in critical skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and communication. 
• By making its model open-source and flexible, MakerGhat ensures accessibility for schools across India, regardless of investment level, and works toward a systemic transformation of the education system. 
• Data from evaluations show that MakerGhat’s hands-on learning approach significantly improves student engagement, with 87% of students asking questions and 80% finding the learning useful. 

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About Mireia

Mireia is spearheading a transformation in the food loss and waste system, collaborating with farmers, policymakers, civil society organizations and agri-food companies to implement solutions across every link of the food chain. Her efforts focus on extending the lifecycle of food, aiming to reduce waste and promote sustainability throughout the food system. 

The problem

While over 10% of the global population faces chronic hunger, the WFP estimates that one-third of all food produced is wasted, with 40% of this waste occurring during primary production. Despite this, regulatory efforts to quantify and reduce food waste are scant, and industry standards prioritize cosmetic and physical appearance over nutritional and safety criteria. Socially, consumers remain largely unaware of these losses.

Impact

• Mireia aims to drive regulatory change and standardize quantification methods to activate a movement across the food chain. Her goal is to collect, quantify, and redistribute food loss, fostering a mindset shift from farm to fork. 

• Partnering with farmers and public administrations, she has formalized gleaning practices to collect and redistribute food surplus from fields. Leading the Law of Prevention of Food Losses and Food Waste in Catalonia, Mireia aims to establish it nationally.

• She also developed a methodology for agri-food companies to autonomously implement food loss prevention protocols, acknowledging their role in mitigating this issue. Her comprehensive approach spans regulatory advocacy, industry collaboration, and grassroots initiatives to combat food waste across the supply chain effectively.

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About David

David acknowledges the diversity within the Roma community, which has endured centuries of discrimination. Typically, non-Roma individuals lead efforts to address Roma issues, often focusing on the most vulnerable. David aims to change this narrative by targeting middle-class Roma individuals, seeking to shift perceptions and highlight their varied roles as artists, professionals, and contributors to society. 

The problem

The Roma community, Europe's largest ethnic minority, has historically faced persecution and marginalization, leading to significant underrepresentation and negative stereotypes.

Impact

• David works to reshape societal perceptions by creating cultural spaces that highlight Roma in non-stereotypical roles. His strategic focus on middle-class Roma empowers them to embrace their identity and challenge prevailing narratives, fostering visibility and acceptance. 

• This approach includes cultural promotion, leadership development, advocacy, and public sector training. His leadership academy enhances the skills and confidence of Roma NGO leaders. Through his advocacy efforts, he has secured new state funding for Roma organizations and established the Government Commissioner for Roma Minorities in Czechia.  

• David positions Roma artists on national platforms such as television, festivals, and Pride community events to increase their visibility. This achieves two key goals: 1) inspiring middle-class Roma to take pride in their identity, and 2) changing public perception to see Roma as more than just a marginalized group in need of help. David’s organization functions as an agency for Roma artists, ensuring their presence on these national stages. 

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About Stephanie

The Good Ancestor Movement disrupts the mainstream private wealth industry by challenging traditional ideas about the economy, excessive wealth accumulation, tax minimisation, and resource and power redistribution. As the UK's first advisory firm dedicated to supporting individuals and organizations in radical wealth redistribution, they aim to transform how wealth is managed and shared. 

The problem
 

Over the next 20-30 years, approximately £70 trillion is poised to transfer between generations, with £5.5 trillion in the UK alone. Concurrently, global wealth inequality escalates, with a minority amassing the largest concentrations of wealth. While extreme poverty draws considerable attention, less is focused on extreme wealth and its role in perpetuating global inequalities.

Impact

• The Good Ancestor Movement (GAM) addresses this root issue by reshaping norms and practices within the private wealth industry itself, challenging the concept and perpetuation of wealth.  

• GAM is spearheading a movement to engage with wealth holders and their advisors to end wealth concentration. They advocate for wealth redistribution through private giving and fair tax contributions, and champion investment in the solidarity economy.

• Their strategy encompasses three core initiatives: a consultancy guiding clients on wealth redistribution goals, the Reimagining Wealth Programme to educate wealth holders, and a Community of Practice uniting wealth practitioners and stakeholders to redefine wealth advisory practices. Together, they aim to establish a new paradigm for equitable wealth management and distribution. 

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About Valentina

Valentina is reshaping perceptions of people with disabilities, emphasizing inclusion over pity or heroism. She promotes a new narrative aimed at non-disabled people by showcasing inclusiveness in typically exclusive activities, such as sports. This approach benefits individuals with disabilities and caregivers, while also sparking public policy discussions about inclusivity in public spaces. 

The problem
 

Italy remains culturally ableist, with 3.1 million people facing daily physical and social limitations, leading to exclusion and segregation for them and their caregivers.

Impact

• Valentina's community, Tetrabondi, includes over 70,000 individuals—families, experts, caregivers, and citizens—dedicated to raising awareness about ableism. Through civic initiatives like inclusive walks and the wheelchair school, she collaborates with policymakers and the public to address cultural and urban barriers, leading to the creation of Italy's first Universal Inclusive Park in Rome.

• Valentina's advocacy demystifies disability, champions the right of people with disabilities to lead self-determined lives, and seeks adequate support for caregivers.

• She employs a communication style that is neither pitiful nor passive but rather provocative, sharing her daily experiences with her disabled son to challenge stereotypes and encourage those unaffected by disability to recognize biases.

• Through civic experiences that simulate physical disabilities, she engages public decision-makers to raise awareness. Valentina consolidates these efforts into a concrete urban intervention project: the creation of the first Italian Universal Inclusive Park, where disability is reframed as just another ability, allowing everyone to enjoy sports and embrace the 'right to adrenaline'.

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About Bukky 

Through her organization, Invictus Africa, Bukky Shonibare collects and analyzes localized data on gender issues to inform policymakers and improve gender equality, focusing on areas like violence prevention, women’s health, and economic development. Bukky's efforts include developing tools like the Womanity Index, forming key partnerships with government bodies, and training civil society organizations. Her personal experiences with domestic violence and poverty fuel her commitment to creating systemic change for women and marginalized communities in Nigeria. 

The Problem 

Bukky addresses the lack of detailed, localized data on gender inequality and human rights issues in Nigeria. National data often masks significant regional disparities, making it difficult to design effective, targeted interventions. This data gap leads to misallocation of resources, weak monitoring systems, and ineffective programs, particularly in rural and underrepresented areas. Additionally, there is insufficient technical expertise for collecting and analyzing gender-sensitive data, and cultural norms often result in underreporting, especially concerning gender-based violence, further hindering progress in addressing these issues. 

The Impact 

• Influenced gender-responsive policies and budget allocations at the state and national levels. 
• Established the iData team to collect accurate, localized data, ensuring policies are informed by reliable information. 
• Increased the number of Sexual Assault Referral Centers across Nigeria, providing critical support for survivors of sexual violence. 
• Created tools like performance scorecards and the Womanity Index to hold government officials accountable for their gender equality commitments. 
• Trained local organizations in data collection, enhancing their capacity to advocate effectively for gender equality. 

About Marta

Marta empowers citizens to take responsibility for managing Poland's forests sustainably and holding the government accountable. By providing tools and information, she helps people become active agents in democracy, ensuring forests benefit everyone. 

The problem

In Poland, 80% of forests are state-owned and primarily focused on timber production, neglecting their social and ecological functions.

Impact

• Marta sees public forests as belonging to citizens, not the government. She believes citizens should be hosts, not guests, in these forests. Marta initiated a social movement to encourage people to take responsibility for forests and hold the government accountable. Her initiative, "Forests and Citizens," supports grassroots efforts and creates a new narrative about forests. When Marta first mapped local citizen forest initiatives, there were only 30 in Poland. Now, there are 441 initiatives nationwide.

• "Forests and Citizens" promotes a multi-perspective, eco-centric narrative about forests. During the 2023 election campaign, forest policy entered mainstream political debate for the first time, allowing voters to check candidates' positions on forest issues. Important forest management provisions were included in party programs.

• The "Let's Reclaim the Forest" manifesto, co-created by Marta and six CSOs (including organizations founded by Ashoka Fellows), and with input from over 250 local initiatives, was signed by candidates, 40 of whom are now MPs, and five Ministers in the 2024 government. 

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About Elena

Elena is reshaping societal and self-perceptions of individuals over 55, positioning them as indispensable contributors within their communities, and igniting a movement that celebrates their vitality and participation.  

The problem

It is estimated that the senior population (aged 55 or more) in the EU will increase by 30 to 50% by 2050. 

Impact

• As this implies significant pressures in economic and health systems, Elena has identified the need to transit from a three-stage life, towards a multi-stage longevity, where seniors can find spaces for long-life contribution, connections and wellbeing.

• With more than 40% of individuals in the EU between 55 and 64 years old inactive due to difficulties finding employment or forced retirement, Elena enables mature citizens to offer and match their unique talents to solve their communities’ most pressing issues in partnership with municipalities and private companies.  

• Through 55 Mais, town councils provide service hour vouchers to support stressed parents, offer language classes to immigrants, or alleviate burnout among part-time caregivers. This matching of senior talents with neighborhood needs facilitates community integration and social connections, restoring agency to seniors and showcasing their potential to younger generations often influenced by negative perceptions.

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About Petra

Petra is reducing the prevalence and impact of violence against children by changing the way society understands and approaches the problem. Current systems around children address the challenge as one of child protection, which leads to stakeholders blaming each other and disempowering children. Petra offers a new approach that focuses instead on the wellbeing of children and their support systems, starting with family, and aligns all the stakeholders around that approach.  

The problem

More than 20% of children in the Czech Republic experience domestic violence by witnessing abuse and/or suffering it themselves. Yet a lack of consensus around where the line sits between discipline and abuse frustrates the implementation of a child-centered, preventative approach so that wellbeing is prioritized and cycles of violence are broken. Institutions meant to help children also operate in silos.

Impact

• Petra creates new channels for communication and cooperation amongst these institutions to build trust and an empathy-informed approach to ensure children are not re-traumatised.

• She also works with children, families, schools, communities, and government ministers so that everyone takes responsibility for prevention. This approach emphasizes all stakeholders’ wellbeing and the importance of transparency and collaboration to break cycles of violence.

• Petra also engages in public communication campaigns to highlight everyone’s role in shifting behavior and ensuring that each young person lives a childhood free from violence. 

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Nicole Menemene, founder of Plastycor, is revolutionizing waste management in the DRC by transforming plastic pollution into opportunity. Through recycling initiatives, community empowerment, and environmental education, she inspires sustainable practices and creates jobs, paving the way for a cleaner, more resilient future. 

The Problem 

The Democratic Republic of Congo faces severe waste management challenges, particularly in major cities like Kinshasa, Bukavu, and Lubumbashi, where inadequate systems have led to widespread plastic pollution. Poor infrastructure, corruption, and a lack of public awareness exacerbate the issue, leaving waste to pile up in neighborhoods, causing health crises and environmental damage. Unemployment, especially among youth, further deepens the problem, as few see recycling as a viable opportunity for income generation. This combination of factors has created a pressing need for sustainable, community-driven solutions. 

The Impact 

• 496 people have directly benefited from Plastycor, earning stable incomes through waste management activities. 

• With an average of 8 people per household, an estimated 28,608 second-degree beneficiaries have been positively impacted. 

• Plastycor has recycled over 280,000 plastic bottles and produced various products, including bags and paving stones, from plastic waste. 

• 7 tons of waste were used to produce paving stones, and 80,000 bottles and corks were utilized for the Tilatopia project on Lake Kivu. 

• More than 50% of households influenced by Plastycor's campaigns are now involved in waste management activities. 

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About Federico

For generations, LGBTQ+ seniors have been invisible and unable to safely create a community. Federico is changing the mindset that has kept this system in place, by putting LGBTQ+ seniors in charge of building new opportunities for themselves to co-create and lead their best, authentic lives.

The problem

Despite gradual legal and cultural shifts towards inclusivity, LGBTIQ+ seniors remain largely invisible, leading to a lack of supportive policies and resources. This results in a higher proportion of LGBTQ+ seniors living alone and significantly higher suicide rates.

Impact

• Drawing from his own experiences with age and gender diversity discrimination, Federico is creating spaces at community, private, and government levels to ensure the integration and self-identification of LGBTIQ+ seniors. He aims to align laws and public regulations with a new model of inclusive longevity, fostering a supportive environment for healthy and active aging. 

• At the core of his strategy is connecting LGBTQ+ seniors with their closest environment, including family and community members. He creates safe drop-in spaces embedded in the local socio-cultural fabric, where different generations can interact and collaborate.

• Federico does so through community centers' activities led by young volunteers, both seniors and youth discover, discuss, and initiate projects. This enables the elderly to contribute to local activities while the youth learn from their wisdom and experiences, fostering intergenerational understanding and support.

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About Al

Al Kags pioneers his work in citizen-generated data, a method that empowers communities to collect, analyze, and use data relevant to their own needs, rather than relying solely on governments or large organizations. Al aims to shift the traditional top-down data collection models, which often overlook local issues, towards a bottom-up approach where local citizens take the lead. His initiative is especially impactful in Kenya, where citizen-collected data has been officially recognized by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics. 

Al is focused on changing systems through citizen-generated data, empowering communities, and influencing government structures to support grassroots development. His efforts aim to reshape governance and data management systems, which aligns with the idea of creating an environment that supports all changemakers. 

The Problem 

Traditional data collection in countries like Kenya is often top-down, driven by national agencies and organizations, which overlook local issues and community needs. This results in ineffective policies, misallocation of resources, and a lack of community engagement. Additionally, there is insufficient data literacy among both citizens and local government officials, hindering informed decision-making and accountability. 

The Impact 

• Al's leadership has enabled over 60,000 citizens to actively collect and utilize data, fostering informed community-driven decision-making. This approach has led to the establishment of a medical facility and clean water access in Lanet-Umoja, Nakuru County.
• Al pioneered the SABASI platform, a secure, offline-compatible tool democratizing data collection for marginalized communities. 
• Beyond Kenya, Al spearheads regional initiatives to standardize data governance in East Africa and contributes to shaping global standards, promoting transparency, open data policies, and equitable access to information.

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Anani aims to improve the lives of seniors in Togo through his organization, ANAVIE. He has developed Senior Clubs, community hubs providing social, physical, and medical support while promoting active aging and intergenerational collaboration. These clubs integrate with Togo’s expanded healthcare system and address challenges like poverty and isolation among the elderly. 

The Problem 

The problem is the lack of adequate support systems for the elderly population in Togo and the broader Sahelian Francophone region. Seniors face significant challenges, including poverty, limited access to healthcare, and social isolation. With only 1% of Togo’s elderly population receiving pensions or social security, most seniors are highly vulnerable. The absence of community-level initiatives and integration with national healthcare further exacerbates these issues, affecting their well-being, independence, and quality of life. This problem is set to grow, as the proportion of seniors in Togo is expected to more than double by 2050. 

The Impact 

• 10 pilot clubs have been established in total (6 in Lomé, 1 in each of the 4 other regions of Togo). 

• Over 500 seniors benefit annually from medical consultations. 

• More than 100 elderly individuals receive social and legal assistance each year. 

• Anavi’s website and social media platforms reach over 5,000 visitors annually. 

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About Federico

Federico is reshaping the narrative around "care leavers" in Italy—young adults transitioning from state-supported care to independence—through the Care Leavers Network (CLN). By empowering these individuals as "experts by experience," Federico enables them to influence policies and societal perceptions. 

The problem

In 2020, approximately 7,000 young individuals transitioned from Italy's child protection system, facing challenges in achieving autonomy due to limited governmental support in employment, education, and housing.

Impact

• Federico’s organization, Agevolando, addresses these gaps by providing material and financial assistance, including housing programs, and fostering active participation of care leavers in policymaking through the CLN peers' network.

• Guided by principles of audience, influence, and advocacy, every CLN activity aims to generate proposals for the relevant audience. The peer group drives efforts to foster agency awareness and advance advocacy, ensuring care leavers are heard and their needs addressed.

• Federico's approach has been effective, with 65% of care leavers finding primary social connections within the network and 56% engaging in volunteer experiences, significantly surpassing their general Italian peers.

• A notable achievement of CLN is the enactment of the Italian National Law on leaving care in 2017 and the establishment of the National Experimental New Adult Fund, which received an allocation of 5 million euros for three years.

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About Mariasole

Mariasole leads marine conservation efforts in Italy by innovating the conservation system through SEATY, a model combining biologically restored areas with training initiatives to achieve the international 30X30 goal, of protecting 30% of oceans by 2030. She is fostering large-scale public policy changes through multi-stakeholder alliances aimed at transforming humanity's relationship with the ocean. 

The problem

Marine ecosystems are under serious threat, compounded by a widespread lack of awareness regarding the ocean's vital role in sustaining life on Earth. The urgency of the '30x30' conservation goal is evident, yet in Italy, disjointed international and national environmental organizations lack a cohesive systemic approach. 

Impact

• Mariasole's expertise in scientific communication has propelled Worldrise to the forefront of marine protection in Italy, engaging communities in science-based initiatives. Through various platforms including books, podcasts, TV appearances, and as a STEM ambassador, she reconnects people with the ocean.

• SEATY enhances Marine Protected Areas by implementing stricter management plans and establishing new conservation zones. Mariasole, through Worldrise's educational initiatives, has engaged over 7,800 young participants, half of whom joined ocean camps and received mentorship for personal projects.

• Emphasizing awareness, alliances, and policy influence, Mariasole fosters a new generation of “blue changemakers” through educational activities. Leading Italy's involvement in the 30X30 international campaign, she promotes collaboration among 60+ conservation groups and offers capacity building to Italian marine conservation associations, fostering inclusive action for marine protection. 

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Nancy is transforming early childhood development for deaf children in East and Central Africa through Lugha Ishara. By focusing on early detection, family-centered support, and inclusive community programs, she ensures deaf children gain access to language during critical formative years. Her work empowers families and reshapes societal perceptions, paving the way for a more inclusive future. 

The Problem 

In Kenya, the lack of early screening for hearing loss leaves many deaf children undiagnosed during the critical formative years (0–5), delaying language acquisition and cognitive development. With 90% of deaf children born to hearing parents, families often face denial, stigma, and inadequate resources, delaying intervention until school age. This results in long-term impacts on communication, education, and social inclusion, perpetuating isolation and limiting opportunities for deaf children to thrive. 

The Impact 

• Partnered with Gertrude's Children’s Hospital to implement early hearing screenings and improve diagnostic processes, influencing a network of 20 public hospitals. 

• Reached 5,000 parents through peer-support networks and tailored programs, equipping them to foster early language development in their children. 

• Enrolled 308 children in initiatives like Home-Based Comprehensive Care, Hangout Hub, and Talent Academy to support language, social, and cognitive development. 

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About Héritier

Héritier Kitumaini Mutabazi is a pioneer in financial inclusion in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). His work, which began with community savings groups in 2014, focuses on empowering unbanked populations by providing access to savings, loans, and health insurance services. Héritier’s organization, RAVEC, deploys proximity banking agents who help organize and train communities, enabling individuals—particularly women, youth, and those in rural areas—to join solidarity savings and loan groups, access financial literacy, and improve their economic security.  

His approach focuses on changing the financial system in the DRC by creating a model that integrates financial inclusion with health services, which directly addresses systemic barriers to access. His advocacy for regulatory reform and the creation of BCECOLOANS is a clear example of his work to change the system to better support marginalized communities, enabling them to engage as changemakers themselves. 

The Problem 

In the DRC, 74% of the population is unbanked, with significant barriers to accessing financial services, particularly for rural populations. Traditional banks require material guarantees that many people, especially women and the elderly, cannot provide due to poverty, land insecurity, and the challenges posed by ongoing conflicts. As a result, millions of people are excluded from the formal financial system, which perpetuates poverty, limits access to healthcare, and stifles economic opportunity. The lack of financial literacy compounds these issues, leaving many without the tools to manage their finances effectively and plan for the future. 

The Impact 

• Héritier’s initiatives, through RAVEC and BCECOLOANS, have formalized village savings and credit groups, providing access to financial education, savings accounts, and loans. His proximity banking agents aim to serve 7,500 unbanked individuals each.
• By pairing savings groups with affordable health insurance, Héritier has ensured 80% medical coverage for RAVEC members.
• Collaborations with partners like the World Bank, VISA Foundation, and AFD have enabled the expansion of RAVEC’s services. These partnerships have supported capacity-building, infrastructure development, and digital innovations.
• Héritier’s annual "Social Microfinance and Entrepreneurship Summit" brings stakeholders together to influence policy reforms, including a draft proposal for a new microfinance law in the DRC.

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About Jacques 

Through his organization, UPDECO, Jacques developed a comprehensive step-by-step blueprint for the full reintegration of child soldiers with their families. In 2023, 30,000 former child soldiers were successfully reintegrated across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). His work has led to the creation of programs and policies that provide long-term support for these individuals, ensuring that they have the opportunities to thrive and contribute to their communities.  

This pioneering approach by Jacques has gained official recognition and adoption by a consortium comprising DRC federal agencies, international NGOs, and national NGOs. 

The Problem 

For years, the DRC’s conflict, fueled by control over mineral resources, led to the widespread recruitment of child soldiers. These children face severe abuse, including sexual violence, exploitation, and trauma. Prior to Jacques’ intervention, there was no systematic approach to address their release or reintegration into society. 

The Impact 

• Jacques' efforts have directly led to the successful reintegration of 30,000 child soldiers into society in the DRC by 2023. 
• His approach has been adopted by a consortium of DRC federal agencies, international organizations like UNICEF, and national NGOs, expanding the impact beyond his organization. 
• Jacques' mental health initiative addresses the deep trauma experienced by these children, offering them psychological care, counseling, and vocational training to prepare for life after conflict. 
• His model has been extended to other conflict areas, such as South Sudan and the Central African Republic, multiplying its positive impact. 
• By creating schools and local businesses, Jacques has provided long-term, sustainable opportunities for these children to thrive, reducing the likelihood of them being recruited again or falling into cycles of violence. 

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About Mónica

Mónica Guerra is transforming Brazil’s urban food systems to tackle food security and sustainability. Through her Instituto Comida do Amanhã (ICA), she drives innovative food policies that ensure access to nutritious food while promoting environmental sustainability. Key initiatives like LUPPA help municipalities adopt better food practices, uniting public policy, social entrepreneurship, and community action. 

Monica's core work focuses on transforming institutional food systems through sustainable, long-term policies that ensure food security for all. By advocating for systemic change at municipal, state, and national levels, she creates structures that empower changemakers and communities to thrive sustainably. 

The Problem

Mónica addresses the lack of sustainable and inclusive food systems in Brazil's urban areas. Many communities face food insecurity, with limited access to healthy, nutritious options, while existing food practices are often environmentally unsustainable. This gap impacts both public health and the environment, making it essential to create policies and initiatives that promote sustainable food access for all. 

The Impact 

• ICA influences food-related policies and shapes public perception to restore and expand underutilized constitutional statutory frameworks guaranteeing the right to food. 
• LUPPA has been recognized as the largest municipal urban food policy lab globally, fostering learning and advocacy at national and international levels. 
• Since 2021, LUPPA has engaged 43 cities across 18 states, benefiting 14 million inhabitants. Focus areas include urban gardens, small producer support, and community composting policies, aligning local actions with national food security and climate goals. 
• ICA’s expertise has earned a federal government contract to implement the Feeding Cities Strategy in 60 priority cities, doubling the Institute's size in 2024. This expansion positions ICA as a pivotal player in advancing Brazil’s food security agenda. 

About Bianca 

Bianca Tylek is the founder of Worth Rises, an organization focused on dismantling the prison-industrial complex. Through strategic campaigns targeting corporate profit from incarceration, Bianca has achieved significant reforms, such as making prison phone calls free in multiple U.S. states. She works to end prison slavery, challenge corporate interests, and advocate for legislative changes, including a law passed in 2023 to cap prison call prices. Bianca’s background in law and finance drives her efforts to expose and dismantle the financial systems that profit from mass incarceration. 

The Problem 

The problem Bianca Tylek addresses is the exploitation and profiteering within the U.S. prison-industrial complex. Corporations and institutions profit from mass incarceration through practices like charging exorbitant fees for prison phone calls, which often financially burden incarcerated individuals and their families. This system perpetuates human rights violations, including prison slavery, and maintains an economic incentive to keep incarceration rates high, undermining efforts for criminal justice reform. 

The Impact 

• Through rigorous research and storytelling, Worth Rises educates the public on the prison industry’s predatory practices. Their groundbreaking digital tool maps over 4,000 corporations and investors profiting from incarceration, driving transparency and accountability. 
• Bianca’s advocacy has led to sweeping legislative changes, starting with making phone calls free in New York City jails in 2018 and expanding to major U.S. cities and states like Connecticut, California, and Colorado. These efforts have saved families $400 million and added 2.1 billion call minutes, alleviating the financial burden of staying connected with incarcerated loved ones. In 2023, her team’s work culminated in federal legislation empowering the FCC to cap prison call rates nationwide. 
• By leveraging financial expertise, Bianca has successfully pressured private equity firms like Platinum Equity to divest from prison telecoms. She orchestrated campaigns that led to Securus (now Aventiv) rebranding, financial distress, and commitments from investors to exit the prison sector. Her activism also resulted in the resignation of Platinum’s CEO from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art board. 
• Bianca’s comprehensive approach is now targeting other exploitative sectors, including prison labor, healthcare, and electronic monitoring. Her #EndTheException campaign aims to eliminate prison slavery by amending the U.S. Constitution. 

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About Byron 

Byron is leading the way in agrivoltaics, a method of combining solar energy with farming. His project, Jack's Solar Garden in Colorado, places solar panels above crops and livestock, allowing both farming and energy generation to coexist. The panels reduce water usage, create beneficial microclimates, and provide farmers with additional income from solar power. Byron's efforts have sparked policy changes and led to the creation of the Colorado Agrivoltaics Learning Center, which promotes agrivoltaics through research, education, and policy advocacy, aiming to make this approach a nationwide solution for land scarcity. 

The Problem 

Byron is addressing land scarcity and the challenge of balancing agricultural needs with the growing demand for renewable energy. Traditional farming and solar energy production often compete for land, but agrivoltaics offers a solution by combining both on the same land. This approach reduces water usage, supports sustainable farming, and generates clean energy, all while helping farmers increase income. The challenge lies in scaling this innovative solution and convincing policymakers to support it for widespread adoption. 

The Impact 

• Byron's agrivoltaics initiative led to a 50% increase in crop yields for farmers who adopted the technology. This was achieved by integrating solar panels with farming practices, allowing for dual-use land. 
• Under Byron’s leadership, agrivoltaics technology has been implemented across more than 1,000 acres of farmland, helping farmers maximize their land use while generating clean energy. 
• Over 300 farmers have directly benefited from Byron’s agrivoltaics initiatives, enabling them to access sustainable farming solutions and improve their income through energy production. 
• Farmers who adopted agrivoltaics saw a reduction of up to 20% in energy costs, thanks to the electricity generated by the solar panels installed alongside their crops. 

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About Diana

Diana Adams is expanding the definition of "family" to include all forms of relationships, regardless of biological or legal ties. Through her non-profit, Chosen Family Law Center (CFLC), she works to secure legal recognition and rights for diverse family structures, including same-sex couples, platonic co-parents, and polyamorous families. CFLC provides legal services, advocates for policy change, and educates professionals to support these families. Diana’s work aims to separate marriage from social benefits, ensuring that all families have access to essential rights and protections. Her efforts are reshaping family law and fostering a more inclusive society. 

The Problem 

Diana Adams addresses the exclusion of non-traditional families—such as same-sex couples, polyamorous families, and platonic co-parents—from legal recognition and rights that are typically reserved for legally married, heterosexual couples. This creates disparities in access to social benefits, healthcare, inheritance, and other legal protections. Her work focuses on changing family law to ensure that all families, regardless of their structure, receive equal legal recognition and support. 

The Impact 

• CFLC is the first U.S. nonprofit offering free legal services to underserved non-nuclear families, providing tailored services such as parentage petitions, prenuptial agreements, known sperm donor contracts, and legal frameworks for family stability. 
• Co-drafted and passed the first multi-partner domestic partnership ordinances in Somerville and Cambridge, MA. 
• Advocated for laws protecting diverse family structures in cities like Berkeley and Oakland, with expansion planned for NY state and federal reforms. 
• Developing a national network of lawyers and mental health professionals, offering Continuing Legal Education and mentoring law students. 
• Founded the Euro LGBTQ Family Law Institute and collaborates internationally, presenting to the European Parliament and U.S. government on LGBTQIA+ family rights. 

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About Funke 

Funke is a lawyer and founder of Hope Behind Bars Africa, driven by personal experiences with the justice system. After witnessing her father’s unjust incarceration and the loss of her child, she focused on prison reform. In 2018, she established the organization to provide legal aid, vocational training, and reintegration support to inmates. Funke advocates for restorative justice, collaborates with prison officials and government bodies, and works to change societal attitudes toward former inmates. Her efforts have gained recognition and funding from global organizations like Global Citizens. 

The Problem 

The Nigerian prison system faces severe overcrowding, with prisons designed for 50,000 inmates housing over 77,000. This overcrowding, along with corruption, mismanagement, and slow legal processes, contributes to high rates of repeat offences—around 76% of former inmates reoffend. Key issues include a lack of legal and psychosocial support for inmates, limited vocational training, and societal stigma, making it difficult for former inmates to reintegrate and find employment. The media’s negative portrayal of former prisoners further hinders their reintegration and perpetuates a cycle of incarceration. 

The Impact 

• Hope Behind Bars Africa provides pro bono legal representation and pre-release hearings in 12 prisons across Nigeria, with over 200 volunteer lawyers contributing more than 1,000,000 hours of legal support. 
• Inside-Out Hubs were created in four states—Abuja, Niger, Nasarawa, and Kaduna—impacting 8,000 inmates by providing vocational skills, behavioral change support, and income-generating opportunities. During the COVID-19 pandemic, female inmates produced reusable face masks, which inspired the initiative. 
• Funke organized a national stakeholders dialogue, bringing together key government figures such as State Prison Comptrollers and Members of the Federal Legislature, which resulted in a policy document to guide state-owned prisons. 
• Funke has written over 50 articles on inmate rehabilitation, which have garnered more than 400,000 impressions. Her media appearances, including on BBC, have significantly raised awareness about the issues facing former inmates. 

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Gustaff, co-founder of Common Room in Indonesia, bridges the digital divide in Indigenous communities through culturally sensitive, low-cost internet solutions. By partnering with local leaders and using the 5L framework (Low Tech, Low Energy, Low Maintenance, Low Learning Curve, Local Support), he empowers communities to build digital resilience while respecting their cultural values. His work fosters connectivity, economic opportunities, and digital inclusion across rural Indonesia. 

The Problem 

Indigenous communities in Indonesia face significant challenges in accessing the internet due to geographic isolation, lack of infrastructure, high costs, and low digital literacy. With over 17,000 islands, many rural areas remain disconnected, limiting access to education, economic opportunities, and essential services. Misinformation, data breaches, and cultural irrelevance of online content further exacerbate these barriers, leaving millions excluded from the benefits of the digital age. 

The Impact 

• Established community-based internet infrastructure in 12 Indigenous communities across five islands in Indonesia. 

• Developed the cost-effective 5L framework, reducing setup costs from $50,000 to $5,000 per location. 

• Enabled communities to manage infrastructure and generate over $370,000 in revenue at Ciptagelar alone. 

• Partnered with the Central Sulawesi government to plan 100 community-based internet centers. 

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Henoc is a dedicated advocate for African Pygmy communities, working to secure their rights to citizenship, education, and economic opportunities. Through his organization, PPSDR (Programs for Health Promotion and Development in Rural Areas), Henoc has created a network of schools, providing education to marginalized communities and improving literacy rates. 

The Problem 

African Pygmy communities, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), have long been marginalized, facing systemic exclusion from education, healthcare, and basic rights. Historically displaced from their forest homes due to the expansion of national parks and colonial policies, Pygmies were left without access to land, stability, or resources. 

The Impact 

• Created a network of schools providing education to over 500,000 individuals, including Pygmies and disadvantaged tribes. 

• Increased Pygmy literacy rates from 0% to 27%, with plans to reach 75-80%. 

• Facilitated land acquisition for 125,000 Pygmy families, enabling them to transition from nomadic to settled lifestyles. 

• Trained 800,000 people in sustainable agriculture and agri-food processing, raising daily incomes from less than $0.50 to $2. 

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Hillary Blout works in criminal justice reform, specifically through her organization, For The People. She focuses on empowering prosecutors to reduce sentences for rehabilitated individuals or those serving disproportionately long prison terms. Her efforts aim to decarcerate prisons, reunite families, and address systemic injustices within the U.S. legal system. 

The Problem 

The problem is the United States' overreliance on mass incarceration, fueled by harsh sentencing laws like "Three Strikes" and the systemic practices of prosecutors seeking lengthy sentences as measures of success. This has resulted in the largest prison population in any democracy, overcrowded and deteriorating prison conditions, and significant racial disparities in sentencing. 

The Impact 

• Over 1,000 People Resentenced. 

• PIR Laws Passed in Five States. 

• 20+ Jurisdictions Collaborating on Resentencing Units. 

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Mamounata Ouedraogo is a transformative leader from Burkina Faso who works to end discriminatory practices imposed by hereditary rulers, particularly in rural communities. She founded REPAFER (Network of Rural Women for the Empowerment of Rural Women) to advocate for women's rights, land access, and economic independence. Mamounata has mobilized local authorities and community leaders to create women-led cooperatives, promote education, and advance gender equality. Her work extends beyond Burkina Faso to neighboring countries, aiming to build a regional network for social justice and equality. Driven by her own experiences of discrimination, Mamounata is committed to empowering women and challenging entrenched norms across the region. 

The Problem 

In Burkina Faso, rural women face deep-rooted sociocultural and economic barriers that limit their opportunities and perpetuate inequality. Traditional gender norms confine women to domestic roles, restricting access to education and leadership positions. Despite being the majority of the agricultural workforce, rural women lack access to land, financial resources, and modern farming techniques, preventing them from achieving financial independence. This economic marginalization, coupled with social exclusion, traps many women in poverty. Furthermore, these vulnerabilities make women more susceptible to recruitment by armed groups like jihadists, who exploit gender norms for recruitment and coercion. Addressing these systemic disparities is crucial for empowering women and preventing their exploitation. 

The Impact 

• 100 women-led cooperatives established, providing economic empowerment and access to resources for women in rural communities. 

• 40 young women ambassadors trained to lead grassroots initiatives across Burkina Faso and neighboring countries, focusing on organizing cooperatives and advocating for women's rights. 

• 27,580 people positively impacted by Mamounata’s initiatives, including through land access, education, and women’s leadership programs. 

• 6 out of 13 regions in Burkina Faso reached, where Mamounata’s advocacy has resulted in tangible changes for women and communities. 

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Hannah Topler is the founder of Intrare, an organization using AI to reduce biases in recruitment processes and improve job access for underrepresented populations in Mexico, such as migrants and single mothers. By offering tools for skill development and access to job opportunities, she helps marginalized job seekers navigate systemic barriers. Hannah also works with companies to revise hiring practices, creating inclusive workplaces and empowering individuals to overcome poverty through fairer employment opportunities. 

The Problem 

The problem Hannah Topler addresses is the systemic bias in recruitment processes, which disproportionately affects underrepresented groups in Mexico, such as migrants and single mothers. These biases create barriers to job access and hinder economic mobility, perpetuating poverty and inequality. Despite their skills, many marginalized individuals struggle to find fair employment opportunities due to prejudiced hiring practices. 

The Impact 

• Hannah adapted the recruitment process to be more inclusive of people with disabilities, ensuring that the recruitment process was not a barrier to employment. 

• She worked with a variety of NGOs, businesses, and other organizations to build a network that supports the integration of people with disabilities into the workforce. 

• Hannah has also been involved in advocacy efforts, raising awareness about the need for companies to implement inclusive hiring practices and better workplace accommodations.

About Aurel

Aurel envisions a society where data is treated as a common good, promoting a collaborative and sustainable economy. This vision aims to shift societal mindsets from viewing data as a private commodity to recognizing it as a shared resource. By addressing the inefficient and inequitable use of data, which causes environmental harm and economic disparities, Aurel seeks to transform social, economic, and political systems from competitive data ownership to cooperative, transparent sharing. This systemic change aims to reform company data handling and interrelations, pushing for global regulations that balance innovation with planetary boundaries. 

The problem

Inefficient data management and lack of transparency in corporate settings are deeply rooted in the digital and regulatory landscape. Companies face immense pressure from regulatory bodies, financial markets, and consumers to decarbonize their value chains. Transforming raw data into actionable information remains challenging due to data silos and the proprietary nature of data.

Impact

• Aurel's mission is to build an operating system for a more collaborative and sustainable economy by combining cutting-edge technology with innovative governance frameworks to enable secure multiparty data sharing without exposing sensitive information.

• By creating standardized protocols for data exchange, SINE enables regulatory bodies to access reliable information that can inform more effective policymaking. Strategic partnerships, such as with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), position SINE as a pivotal player in enhancing carbon transparency, fostering connections with decision-makers across global corporations.

• In partnership with the Partnership for Carbon Transparency (PACT), over half of Germany's top 500 companies have adopted SINE's governance model for Scope 3 emission reporting. This initiative has democratized access to sustainability benefits by ensuring equitable participation from all stakeholders—from small suppliers to large manufacturers—thereby changing the mindset from competitive secrecy towards cooperative transparency. 

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Meghna Chawla is the founder of Foster and Forge, an organization transforming education in India’s government schools. She introduced FLUX (Feel, Learn, Use, Explore), a low-cost, experiential learning approach that moves beyond rote memorization to foster problem-solving, empathy, and real-world application. Through the Beacon Educator Fellowship, Meghna has trained over 700,000 teachers, empowering them to implement FLUX and drive educational change. Her work impacts over 30 million children in low-income schools across Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Uttarakhand, aiming to create a more effective, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for all students. 

The Problem 

In India, the education system faces significant challenges, particularly in government schools serving low-income communities. A major issue is the prevalence of rote learning, which focuses on memorization rather than fostering deeper understanding and critical thinking. This approach is limiting students' ability to apply knowledge practically, and contributes to low literacy and numeracy rates. According to the Annual Status of Education Report, fewer than 22% of fifth-grade students are performing at their grade level in literacy and numeracy. 

The Impact 

• Through the Beacon Educator Fellowship, she has trained over 700,000 government schoolteachers in the FLUX pedagogy over two years, empowering them to adopt experiential learning methods in their classrooms. 

• Meghna’s initiative is impacting over 30 million children in low-income government schools across Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Uttarakhand. 

• In Beacon Fellowship classrooms, 70% of students have achieved grade-level literacy and numeracy, a significant improvement over the national average of 22%. 

• Foster and Forge has formed partnerships with four state governments, ensuring the widespread adoption of FLUX in their public education systems. 

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Sage Rutakaza is a social entrepreneur transforming the entrepreneurial landscape in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Through the Sage Entrepreneurs Academy, he provides young, displaced, and disadvantaged entrepreneurs with training, resources, and access to Public Production Labs—incubators that help them refine their products and transition from informal to formal businesses. Sage advocates for policy reforms, securing tax exemptions and creating a favorable business environment. His efforts aim to drive economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction by empowering entrepreneurs and fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in the DRC and beyond. 

The Problem 

Entrepreneurs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) face numerous challenges, including limited capital, lack of expertise in food production, and high taxes, with up to 43 different taxes hindering business growth. Inadequate infrastructure, such as unreliable electricity and poor connectivity, and the dominance of the informal economy further complicate the transition to formal businesses. Additionally, the absence of supportive government policies and access to necessary resources and financing creates a vicious cycle that stifles innovation, limits job creation, and slows economic development. 

The Impact 

• Trained over 20,000 young entrepreneurs in the DRC and Uganda, with a focus on displaced and disadvantaged youth. 

• Scaled his model across five provinces in the DRC, fostering a favorable business climate for startups. 

• Empowered over 8,000 women by providing them with the tools and skills to succeed in the food production sector. 

• Hosted the Entrepreneurs International Summit, attracting global attention to innovations in food business and SME development.

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Suzanne is transforming Mexico’s healthcare system by advocating for better access, particularly for marginalized groups. Through her organization, Ixchel, she introduced acompañantes—medical facilitators who help patients navigate the system. Using data from patients' experiences, Suzanne identifies barriers and works with authorities to implement systemic solutions, including introducing Indigenous language interpreters in hospitals. Her work is reshaping healthcare policy, aiming for a more inclusive and accountable system. 

The Problem 

Mexico's healthcare system is officially a universal right, but access remains limited, especially in rural and Indigenous communities. Public healthcare usage is low due to barriers like distance, lack of services, long waiting times, and high out-of-pocket costs. Discrimination and poor cultural competence in hospitals further discourage marginalized groups from seeking care. Despite existing policies, uptake is low, and many citizens lack the information to navigate the system, leading to worsening health disparities. 

The Impact

• Suzanne introduced Indigenous language interpreters into hospitals. The program started as a pilot in Chiapas in 2021 and expanded to six hospitals. This success has led to state and national reforms that may soon make linguistic access a constitutional right for Indigenous persons. 

• Suzanne's organization, Ixchel, uses a free hotline with medical facilitators to provide advice and logistical support to patients. This model has impacted over 15,000 patients directly and benefited an additional 45,000 people through family and community members who learn to navigate the public healthcare system. 

• Following the success of the interpreter program, Suzanne worked with local public hospitals and government entities to make interpreters permanent fixtures in the healthcare system. This led to the development of a bill to create permanent roles for interpreters in public health institutions. 

• Suzanne uses data from patient interactions to identify systemic barriers and inform legal or policy solutions. This approach helped improve the quality of healthcare for Indigenous patients and contributed to legislative reforms aimed at improving healthcare access. 

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Wida founded Yayasan Lumbung Pangan Indonesia (YLPI) to tackle food waste and hunger in Indonesia. The movement redistributes excess food to vulnerable communities through volunteer-driven community kitchens and food banks. By partnering with corporations and the government, YLPI empowers local communities, educates about food waste, and helps combat stunting. Wida’s initiative has grown nationwide, improving food security and sustainability across Indonesia. 

The Problem 

Indonesia faces severe food insecurity, with 16.2 million people suffering from hunger and 21.6% of children experiencing stunting. Despite this, the country wastes 1.3 billion tons of food annually, worth around $20 billion. Much of this waste comes from unsold perishable food. The lack of regulations on food waste and limited awareness about responsible consumption exacerbate the issue, leaving vulnerable communities without adequate food resources. 

The Impact 

• Redistributed over 3,300 tons of excess food to 223,000+ people across Indonesia. 

• Mobilized 8,000+ volunteers, with 80% being women. 

• Partnered with corporations like Danone, Nestlé, and others for food donations and support. 

• Collaborated with the Indonesian government, contributing to national food resilience programs. 

• Implemented community-driven programs to combat hunger and stunting, such as the Wings of Mother program. 

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