Meet Alex. He’s the Director of Programs + Impact at Born this Way Foundation. That’s right - Born This Way Foundation - as in the nonprofit co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and Cynthia Germanotta 🤩 The team at Born This Way have spent the past 🔟 years working with and for young people to build a kinder, braver world - particularly. Alex talks us through their high-impact programming, youth-led conversations and their swoon-worthy mission to make kindness cool. They’re breaking down the stigma around mental health too. Tune in to find out how. 

💡Learn

• The mission of Born This Way Foundation
• How Born This Way Foundation leans into community + collaboration to deepen impact
• What happens when you empower the voice of your community

Today’s Guest
Alex Aide, Director of Programs + Impact, Born This Way Foundation

Episode Highlights

• Alex’s story and journey to where he is today (4:15)
• Overview and history of the Born This Way Foundation (11:15)
• Overview of Born This Way Foundation’s Programs (16:05)
• Be There Certificate (22:00)
• 2022 Impact Report (30:00)
• A powerful moment of philanthropy in Alex’s life (39:50)
• Alex’s One Good Thing: You matter. (45:00)
• How to connect with Born This Way Foundation (46:25)

For more information and episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/373.

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