Founded in 2002, the Lemann Foundation is a Brazilian family organization focused on improving public education quality and developing leaders for social transformation in Brazil. The foundation works through multiple initiatives to guarantee access to high-quality public education while supporting the development of leaders committed to Brazil's social transformation.
15,300
Schools impacted
2 million+
Students reached
600,000
Monthly online learners
Google Partnership
YouTube EDU
Khan Academy Partnership
Harvard University Partnership
Oxford University Partnership
The Lemann Foundation provides comprehensive development support through multiple channels. Through programs like Alcance, the foundation supports black and indigenous students in pursuing international education opportunities. The Leadership Network identifies, develops, and connects highly motivated professionals seeking solutions to Brazil's social challenges. The foundation's commitment to diversity is demonstrated through focused programs for underrepresented communities.
697
Leadership network members
50+
University offers
4,500Black participants
Alcance event attendance
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Educational Innovation Specialist and Khan Academy Implementation Leader
Ana Paula Manzalli has established herself as an educational consultant at Fundação Lemann, bringing her unique background in journalism from ECA-USP to the field of education. Currently pursuing her postgraduate studies in Education Management for the New Millennium at Instituto Singularidades, she transitioned from a three-year career at Veja magazine to focus on educational innovation. Since 2014, she has played a crucial role in implementing Khan Academy across Brazilian schools, working with municipal networks and institutions in over 10 cities across São Paulo, Bahia, and Ceará. Her contributions include documenting key routines and learnings from the Innovation in Schools program in 2015. As the current lead for developing teacher training content for the innovation program, she focuses on creating educational resources that support teachers in implementing digital learning tools effectively. Her work has been instrumental in bridging traditional education with innovative learning technologies
Mathematics and Educational Technology Integration Specialist
This professional has established themselves as an expert in mathematics education and educational technology, combining academic credentials with practical implementation experience. Their educational foundation includes a Mathematics degree from the Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters of Santo André and a specialization in Teaching Mathematics from the University of São Judas Tadeu. Their expertise in educational technology is validated through Google certification for classroom technology integration. Currently serving in dual leadership roles as Project Coordinator Professor at the Paula Souza Center in São Paulo and IT Coordinator at the São Caetano do Sul City Hall, they bridge the gap between educational theory and technological implementation. The Paula Souza Center position involves coordinating educational projects across technical education programs, while their role as IT Coordinator focuses on implementing and managing educational technology initiatives. Their unique combination of mathematical expertise and technology leadership enables them to effectively guide both educational and technological initiatives in the São Paulo metropolitan region.