Aspire Brazil
In partnership with Insper, a leading university in São Paulo, the Brazil Foundry partners with other institutions, foundations, and nonprofits across each region of the country to provide opportunities for young leaders to join the Aspire Leaders Program. Through in-person gatherings, networking events, professional development workshops, and more, our alumni in Brazil learn from their peers and mentors and go on to make a positive impact in their communities.
Local Impact
23,000+
Learners
27
States
900%
Growth from 2023 to 2026
50+
Partnerships
25,000+
Followers on Social
20
Alumni Events in 2025
Community Highlights
Across Brazil and beyond, Aspire alumni are turning learning into action. In this space, we highlight stories of personal growth, professional development, and social impact initiatives led by our community—showcasing how purpose-driven leadership is shaping real change in diverse contexts.
Rafael Borba, ALP ’24, Applies Medicine and Leadership in an Innovative Initiative for Dementia Prevention in Brazil
Rafael Borba, a 2024 Aspire Leaders Program alumnus from Brazil, exemplifies how courageously taking risks amplifies personal and professional growth. He received an Aspire Social Impact Seed Fund (SISF) for his project applying medicine and leadership to an innovative initiative for the elderly. His project, “Strength Dementia Prevention in the Brazilian Healthcare System,” addresses the difficult issue of dementia among the elderly population in Brazil.
Through this project and the Aspire Leaders Program, he feels prepared and confident in his abilities to face challenges and drive change as a leader with empathy.
Linda Fraga ALP ‘20 Draws on Creativity in her Journey to Leave a Legacy of Positive Impact
Aspire Leaders Program alumna Linda Fraga’s path to success stands as a testament to the power of following a passion and seizing opportunities to make a positive impact. Driven by her creativity while growing up in Brazil, Fraga nurtured a deep love for art and thinking outside the box. These interests guided her through pivotal life decisions, shaping her into the accomplished Brand Lead and Social Media Manager she is today.
Yasmin Morais ALP ’21 Meets Brazil Rep Aline Santos
Creator of Vulva Negra, an influential project in Brazil centered on feminism and activism for Black women, Morais had the opportunity to share how the Aspire Leaders Program helped her in academic, professional and social trajectory.
“I was looking for educational programs and experiences related to social entrepreneurship that would lead me to an evolution and reconnection with the social theme. Because of that, having participated in the Aspire Leaders Program was extremely enriching.”
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Community Voices
Every Aspire Brazil story is a reflection of resilience, growth, and transformation. Hear from our alumni who are leading change — one community at a time.
Danyella Silveira, ALP ’25, Bahia
“During this experience, I was able to develop skills that helped me grow both personally and professionally. Most importantly, I learned about values-based leadership grounded in my own values.”
Ana Souza, ALP ’24, São Paulo
“Aspire added greatly to my international experiences, allowing me not only to communicate in English but also to integrate into a global environment, which has been essential for achieving my professional goals.”
Davi Motta, ALP ’23, São Paulo
“I was able to talk with native speakers and also with people who, like me, have English as a foreign language. It’s really nice because you meet people from all continents, different regions, and many different countries. It’s a true cultural exchange.”
Everton Arruda, ALP ’24, Paraíba
“This experience transformed my perspective on leadership and social impact. It also allowed me to develop and expand a global mindset — thinking globally and acting locally. Above all, it strengthened my leadership purpose grounded in empathy, diversity, and positive impact, always seeking to transform the environment around me.”
Ester Souza, ALP ’25, Minas Gerais
“Aspire was a turning point in my journey. Through the program, I learned that leadership starts within us by recognizing our potential, our story, and our power to inspire others. Aspire showed me that taking action and occupying spaces with purpose can truly transform the world around me.”
Meet the Team
The Aspire India Foundry is powered by visionary leaders committed to creating equitable access to leadership opportunities across India.
Aline Lilian dos Santos
Country Director, Brazil Foundry
Sérgio Giovanetti Lazzarini
Country Advisor, Aspire Brazil Foundry
Aline Lilian dos Santos
Country Director, Aspire Brazil Foundry
Adriana Jéssica de Aquino
Engagement and Fundraising Analyst, Aspire Brazil Foundry
Jenniffer Alves da Silva
Communication and Relations Assistant, Aspire Brazil Foundry
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