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🎤 Watch Eleni Aktypi at Voxxed Days Thessaloniki, one of the biggest tech events in Greece, as she dives into the power of allyship and the importance of creating inclusive environments! In this inspiring session, Eleni, Managing Director of WE LEAD, a Libra Philanthropies Independent Nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gender gap in tech, shares how we can all take action to make others feel safe, valued, and empowered. Whether you're a leader or colleague, discover practical ways to support and uplift others, both in the workplace and beyond. Join the conversation and learn how to be an ally! Don't forget to follow WE LEAD's #EverydayAllies campaign every Tuesday on their social media for more tips on fostering inclusivity. #VoxxedDaysThessaloniki #Allyship #Inclusion #TechForGood #Empowerment #DiversityAndInclusion

🌍 New Blog Series Launch! We’re excited to share the first article in our new blog series, "Our Stories." This inaugural piece, written by Gina Crivelli, takes you behind the lens during Libra Philanthropies’ first international site visit with The Azadi Project in India. 📸 From visiting local villages and refugee camps to capturing powerful moments in a mental health workshop, Gina reflects on the resilience and hardships faced by women and refugees, and the emotional connections that emerged during this transformative journey. 🖍 Few words about the author: Gina Crivelli is a Philadelphia native with a passion for travel, photography, and storytelling. With a background in photography, Gina earned her degree with aspirations of becoming a photojournalist. Currently at Libra Philanthropies, Gina is Director of Programs & Impact. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, a passion inspired by her grandmother’s love for bringing people together around the table. ✨ Dive into the power of storytelling, empathy, and human connection. Read the full article on our website now! #LibraPhilanthropies #AzadiProject #OurStories #Storytelling #GlobalImpact #Empowerment #HumanConnection

🌍 New Blog Series Launch! We’re excited to share the first article in our new blog series, "Our Stories." This inaugural piece, written by Gina Crivelli, takes you behind the lens during Libra Philanthropies’ first international site visit with The Azadi Project in India. 📸 From visiting local villages and refugee camps to capturing powerful moments in a mental health workshop, Gina reflects on the resilience and hardships faced by women and refugees, and the emotional connections that emerged during this transformative journey. 🖍 Few words about the author: Gina Crivelli is a Philadelphia native with a passion for travel, photography, and storytelling. With a background in photography, Gina earned her degree with aspirations of becoming a photojournalist. Currently at Libra Philanthropies, Gina is Director of Programs & Impact. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, a passion inspired by her grandmother’s love for bringing people together around the table. ✨ Dive into the power of storytelling, empathy, and human connection. Read the full article on our website now! #LibraPhilanthropies #AzadiProject #OurStories #Storytelling #GlobalImpact #Empowerment #HumanConnection

Recently, George Logothetis, Chairman of Libra Philanthropies and Executive Chairman of Libra Group, was honored to deliver a keynote address at Boulder Crest Foundation’s 3rd Annual New York Benefit, an event celebrating the resilience of U.S servicepeople, veterans, and their families, entitled “Posttraumatic Growth: Finding Purpose After Trauma.” Before an audience of over 700 people, including U.S. military members, veterans, first responders, and their families, George emphasized that solace and #purpose can be found in serving a cause greater than oneself. He discussed the power of the concept of Posttraumatic Growth – viewing trauma “not necessarily as a permanent barrier but an actual scaffolding that can enable growth.” Boulder Crest Foundation is a nonprofit that provides life-changing Posttraumatic Growth (PTG) programs free of charge to members of the U.S. military, veterans, and first responder communities, and their families. Noting his great honor addressing the many heroes in the room, George called on them to continue to be a beacon to others to serve. His closing question, “why them, and not me?” reminded many that “to serve is both the greatest burden and the greatest calling.” Libra Philanthropies is proud to support the Boulder Crest Foundation in its mission to create a world where individuals can thrive after trauma. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who have served—past, present, and future. #Service #Resilience #PosttraumaticGrowth #PTG

🎙️ Exciting Announcement! 🎉 Our latest podcast episode is live on air! In this episode, George Dikaios Pierce 2010, sits down with the remarkable Rosanna Mortoglou, Deree 2015, to delve into her career journey. From her formative years at Deree College to the transformative internship experience at Libra Group , leading to her appointment as CEO of Libra Philanthropies, Rosanna shares invaluable insights and lessons learned along the way. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion! Click the link below to listen now and gain inspiration for your own career path. https://lnkd.in/gzwKMN_T 🌟 #WeStayConnected #ACGAlumni #ACGPodcasts

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Exciting Announcement! Libra Philanthropies is proud to introduce the formation of its Global Impact Council—a strategic advisory board dedicated to driving innovative solutions for global social challenges. We’re honored to welcome three inspiring leaders as inaugural members: Catalina Escobar, David Simas, and Demetrios Marantis. Their expertise and passion will help guide our mission to amplify the impact of changemakers and foster meaningful partnerships across the globe. Catalina Escobar: Catalina, entrepreneur and founder of the Juanfe Foundation, has received numerous accolades, including being named Outstanding Social Entrepreneur of the Year by the World Economic Forum and Schwab Foundation, as well as a CNN Hero. She has served on various boards, including Women in Connection in Colombia, and is the head and president of the International Women’s Forum in Colombia. Additionally, she is an author on transformative leadership and an international speaker. David Simas: Managing Director of Research and Impact at Emerson Collective, David served as Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Deval Patrick in 2007 and as Deputy Assistant to President Obama in 2009. In 2012, he became Director of Opinion Research for President Obama's reelection campaign, later serving as Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of Political Strategy and Outreach. He also served as Chief Executive Officer (2016 -2022) and President (2017-2024) of the Obama Foundation. Demetrios Marantis: A former Acting and Deputy United States Trade Representative, Demetrios currently runs a global geopolitical advisory firm, sits on several advisory boards, and speaks on global trade and geopolitical issues. He has held senior executive roles, including Global Head of Corporate Responsibility at J.P. Morgan Chase and Head of International Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Square. Together, Catalina, David, and Demetrios will help our efforts to support changemakers worldwide, fostering innovation and creating lasting hope for vulnerable communities. #LibraPhilanthropies #GlobalImpactCouncil #CatalinaEscobar #DavidSimas #DemetriosMarantis

Libra Philanthropies llevó a cabo un viaje transformador por América Latina, explorando las culturas de República Dominicana, Panamá y Colombia. Esta segunda visita internacional nos permitió conectar con aliados y participar en actividades de profundo impacto social. En República Dominicana, Envolve Entrepreneurship organizó un taller en Las Mercedes para mejorar la calidad de vida de la comunidad, en colaboración con la Nature Power Foundation DR, que trabaja en pro de las personas que viven en condiciones de pobreza extrema. En Panamá, asistimos a la primera edición de los Premios Globales del Coraje de nuestro aliado, It Takes Courage. Estos premios destacan actos de valentía que inspiran a otros a desarrollar el coraje. En Medellín, Colombia, colaboramos en el lanzamiento de un programa piloto contra la trata de personas junto a la Defensoría del Pueblo de Colombia y la #CorporationEspaciosDeMujer, que brinda apoyo a mujeres en situaciones de vulnerabilidad. También nos reunimos con la Fundación Juanfe, dedicada a mejorar la salud y educación de jóvenes madres en situación de pobreza extrema. Finalmente, en Bogotá, nos unimos al segundo taller intensivo del programa Dreamers & Makers de la Fundación Innovación para el Desarrollo, donde interactuamos con 150 jóvenes líderes en temas de sostenibilidad, equidad de género y salud mental. Agradecemos a nuestro equipo y aliados locales por hacer de este viaje un éxito. Nos inspira su pasión y estamos emocionados de seguir creando esperanza y oportunidades para las comunidades. ¡Estén atentos a más actualizaciones mientras amplificamos las voces de los agentes de cambio!

We're thrilled to share that the Seleni Institute, recently had the honor of meeting with Valerie Biden Owens and New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, two leaders committed to advancing mental health care, including postpartum support. Ms. Biden Owens, who serves as Chair of the Biden School of Public Policy & Administration, University of Delaware and is the sister of U.S. President Joe Biden, visited Seleni Institute in June. During her visit, she met with Seleni Co-Founder Nitzia Logothetis and Executive Director Seema Bajaj to discuss critical maternal health issues and the development of related policies. Ms. Biden Owens also engaged with Seleni’s core team and clinicians, emphasizing the importance of educating and involving future policymakers in creating essential support systems for mothers and families—systems that have a profound impact on child development. In addition, last month, Seema Bajaj joined the Chamber of Mothers for an inspiring discussion with Senator Gillibrand, who shared her journey in advocating for family-related issues, including paid family leave. Senator Gillibrand, a key figure in advancing the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, underscored her belief that issues like family leave should transcend political divisions, garnering bipartisan support to drive impactful policies forward. The event highlighted the power of community, particularly the unique strength of women and mothers. One of the ten philanthropic initiatives of Libra Philanthropies, the Seleni Institute was created over a decade ago by Nitzia and George Logothetis, to address the unmet needs surrounding maternal mental health, caregivers, and individuals building their families. To date, Seleni has trained over 6,800 clinicians in 30 countries, positively impacting more than 200,000 lives across diverse communities and backgrounds. We are inspired by these important conversations and the ongoing efforts to improve the emotional well-being of women, caregivers, and families. We look forward to the future collaborations that will continue to advance dialogue and policy development with leaders like Ms. Biden Owens and Senator Gillibrand. #mentalhealth #health #LibraPhilanthropies #Seleni

Exciting news! The Azadi Leadership Program (#ALP) is about to launch, and we're set to empower more aspiring young leaders. As catalyst partners for Libra Philanthropies' #AzadiLeadershipProgram, we're thrilled to share that our recent collaboration has deepened. This March, our Libra partners explored India's vibrant culture, local communities, and the inspiring work of our #AzadiLeaders. For The Azadi Project, this visit reinforced our shared vision: a journey of learning, unlearning, and creating unforgettable experiences. With your support, we can amplify our impact and nurture more youth who dream of becoming change-makers. Be a part of this transformative initiative! Learn more and contribute to empowering future leaders. Together, we can turn aspirations into achievements! To know more and/or to donate, visit: https://lnkd.in/g4f4mZ7B Priyali Sur | Shreyas Jayakumar | Kaynat Salmani | Gina Crivelli | Rosanna Mortoglou | Eva Soulia |