On this episode of Mission-Driven Founders, we sit down with Tatiana Alonso, CEO of Gerando Falcões International, who transformed a grassroots initiative in one favela into a global nonprofit movement impacting over a million lives.
Tatiana shares how she went from corporate law to mission-driven leadership, the challenges of breaking cycles of poverty, and the groundbreaking programs that are reshaping communities with dignity, resilience, and hope. Her journey offers powerful lessons for aspiring changemakers and nonprofit founders who want to scale impact and lead with purpose.
Key Takeaways:
- Growing a grassroots project into an international movement
- Leading with transparency, accountability, and social innovation
- Transforming communities through programs like Favela 3D
- Building a fundraising network to fuel sustainable change
- Inspiring women’s empowerment and leadership in underserved communities
This episode is ideal for aspiring nonprofit founders, social entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking to create lasting impact through mission-driven work.
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