The Journey of Starting an International NGO

In this episode, we explore the transformative work of Amal Alliance with its founder, Danielle De La Fuente . Danielle discusses her transition from witnessing the needs of traumatized children in a Greek refugee camp to launching an international NGO focused on their education and social development. Through the Amal Alliance, she has introduced the "Colors of Kindness" curriculum, which uses kids yoga, mindfulness, art therapy, and dance to foster healing and learning.

Key Takeaways:

• Targeted Impact: Amal Alliance provides crucial educational and social development programs to displaced and disfranchised children, filling a vital gap in refugee services.
• Holistic Curriculum: The "Colors of Kindness" program is specially designed to improve the social and emotional skills of children through a blend of therapeutic and educational activities.
• Navigating Challenges: Despite facing significant funding and partnership hurdles, the perseverance in building relationships and credibility has been key for Amal Alliance.
• Incremental Growth: Rather than experiencing a single breakthrough, Amal Alliance has achieved success through several tipping points, including pilot programs and its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Community Engagement: The "We Are In This Together" podcast series shared via WhatsApp has reached over 160,000 users, highlighting the power of timely communication and community support.
• Resilience and Vision: Persistence and a strong belief in their mission are essential qualities that drive the NGO forward in challenging environments.

Learn more about how Amal Alliance is making a difference and the ways you can support their mission to heal and educate children in need.