Two Decades of Human Transformation

The Ubuntu Leadership Academy has been transforming people, schools, and communities through education in servant leadership. Its legacy lives on in every story of empathy, resilience, and service.

The Impact of the Ubuntu Leadership Academy in Numbers

Today, ALU’s presence extends to schools, universities, prisons, and communities around the world. The numbers tell stories of transformation, courage, and service.

Young graduates around the world

+150.000

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Educators trained to replicate the method

+10.000

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Countries with active programs

+40

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Scientific Council

Knowledge that drives impact

ALU's Scientific Council ensures academic rigor and quality by overseeing the program's monitoring, research, and evaluation.
We believe in evidence-based education that can generate a lasting and sustainable impact.

Support from experts in psychology, education, and human development.

Production of scientific articles and impact reports.

Participation in international conferences and networks.

Acknowledgments

Award-Winning Work

The work of the Ubuntu Leaders Academy has been recognized in Portugal and abroad, underscoring the relevance of its methodology as an innovative response to the challenges of education and social cohesion.

European Commission

One of the 12 projects highlighted as examples of best practices in working with young people

Virtual Educa Award

Recognized by Virtual Educa for educational innovation with the José María Antón Award

OEI Award

Nominated for the Oscar Arnulfo Romero Ibero-American Award for Human Rights Education—2019

OECD/EU Award

Selected in 2022 for the OECD/EU Better Entrepreneurship Policy Tool for its Ubuntu social entrepreneurship program

Together, we multiply our impact

Ubuntu's strength lies in its network. We work side by side with schools, universities, foundations, municipalities, and international organizations that share our commitment to human and social transformation.

“The real impact begins when someone decides to take action.”

Join this global movement of servant leadership.