Founders
Georges Mimassi
One of the earliest memories I have as a young kid in Brazil is of observing the unfortunate social inequality that pervaded my city, São Paulo. I would often ponder to myself, "How is this possible? How can this be?" I remember vividly the inner thoughts that would keep me awake at night, struggling to comprehend how politicians, elected by the people, could be so corrupt and selfish, neglecting their duty to support their citizens. From that day forward, I knew that it would be my responsibility as an engaged citizen to make a change for my community, my country, and hopefully, the entire world. Upon joining Model United Nations (MUN), I began to understand the true power behind knowledge and education, bringing my dream of effecting change closer to reality. My first MUN conference was held online during the COVID-19 pandemic, and despite my nerves, I managed to win an award as a first-time delegate. Over the next two years, I garnered multiple awards and gained recognition as a renowned debater in my school. It was then that I realized it was time to fulfill a lifelong dream: to make a tangible difference. Together with my brother, I decided to establish our NGO, "Nothing is Impossible." It was a pivotal moment, marking the beginning of our journey to turn our dreams into actions and contribute to positive change in our society.
Pedro Mimassi
It all began during dinner with my dad and brother. As we delved into discussions about politics and complex topics, my dad mentioned how fortunate we were to engage in such intellectual conversations at home from a young age. This sparked a conversation about the traits that successful people have in common. Despite the abundance of academically successful students, many lack essential soft skills. While excelling academically, they often fall short in crucial social competencies—the other side of the coin in personal development. These skills, vital in life, aren’t typically taught in schools. Inspired by this conversation, we conceived an idea: creating an NGO dedicated to teaching in a gamified way these invaluable life skills that formal education often overlooks.
Collaborators
Stella Heckmann
Hi! I’m Stella, a 13 year-old 8th grader at Avenues São Paulo. As soon as I stepped into the middle grades, I heard about this enrichment called Model United Nations, which sparked curiosity in me. I decided to join and see what would become of it… Almost two years have passed, and I can proudly say that in that little classroom, a passion ignited in me. A spark for public speaking, and a passion for debate was ignited since then. The more conferences I participated in, the more I realized that this was something I cherished. It was there in the MUN debates that I noticed that everyone loves MUN, and it is a fun game for many. This idea of MUN being a fun game is the key to teach these children all of the MUN skills and at the same time have loads of fun. The best thing is that at Nada é Impossível were not teaching only MUN but also, other skills, such, as english, many soft skills, networking and ect. As my experience grew, it became evident that helping others is something that I love and it fulfills me in a way I cannot express.
To me, becoming part of Nada é Impossível was the perfect opportunity that arose to combine my biggest passions MUN and Teaching.
Maria Heckmann
One belief we need to take with us throughout our lives is if we have the knowledge it is better shared than kept. This is the reason why I choose to participate in this cause. The world currently lacks the urge and hunger for knowledge, and the world need it more then ever. What I have found in this group, Nada é Impossível, is that people have the passion, and urge to learn and expand out of their comfort zone. Which has not only been a learning experience for me but for the students.
I am seventeen years old and my mission with this young group of people is not only to aid students with their English expertise, and, improvement, but understand what happens beyond the streets of São Paulo, eventually leading to proficient MUN debates. As I am an older student with an acquired level of experience I can be a helping hand to those who are in the classrooms every Saturday.
I am the eldest sister of four! Which can be overwhelming at times, but I cherish my siblings for the world. I own two rabbits, two cats, and four dogs! At the moment I am also a competitive swimmer! These are just some fun facts about me I would like to share!
Isabel Heckmann
Have you ever found yourself hesitant to step out of your comfort zone? Well, that’s exactly how I felt when I first joined Model United Nations. Picture me, Isabel, a 10th grader at Avenues São Paulo, grappling with my shyness as I entered the MUN scene. Despite my initial reluctance, I chose to embrace the challenge of MUN, recognizing its potential for personal growth. This journey not only expanded my knowledge but also provided me with a new way to perceive the world, while simultaneously improving my shyness in the process. This is why I eagerly embraced the opportunity to contribute to Nada é Impossível, an NGO that aligns with my passion for helping others and belief in the transformative power of education. I firmly believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential, and this organization allows me to actively contribute to that vision.
Arthur Piatetzky
“Part of diplomacy is to open different definitions of self-interest.” -Hillary Clinton It is the very essence of MUN and the art of diplomacy to mold your interests into the conundrum which is the varying interests of others, others which might strive for the opposite of what you want, but might end up on the same side. The mission of MUN and the participation in it is to learn to negotiate, to make a case for yourself: to speak. To navigate situations when you are in a maze of different resolutions with opposite paths is the most valuable skill one can have. To learn how to MUN, is to learn how to navigate life and the dilemmas that come with it. But, for now, the dilemmas from the world rest on the hands of young delegates at a conference, where, it is the small steps of leadership, that will make you a great leader; remember, you are “never too young to lead” - Kofi Annan. I have a passion in MUN and my goal in Nada é Impossível is to guide these young leaders into great leaders through MUN.
Cynthia Hindy
Proficiency in the English language is not merely a skill—it is a gateway to opportunity.
As a product designer, I helped with creating the brand identity and the website. Collaborating with Pedro & George, I found myself immersed in a dynamic exchange of ideas, their commitment to students empowerment was inspirational and motivational, I was reminded of the potential that lies within each of us.
Maria Fernanda Aipp
As B.B. King once said, “The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you”. For me, Maria Fernanda Aipp, education and knowledge is the most relevant thing an individual can develop throughout their lives as it elaborates confidence, power, and independence. Being aware of the world you are surrounded by demonstrates empathy and transforms people into leaders and people that can advocate for significant social interests. Thus, MUN is a course that works with various skills, together with the learning of history and politics. This privilege of learning public speaking, communication, cooperation, problem-solving, research skills, and negotiation should be available for all people engaged with optimizing their growth. Hence, I decided to join the NGO, Nada É Impossível, to contribute to this social cause and to help to integrate more people within the world of politics and world history. When I entered 7th grade, I was extremely excited about joining MUN because of the conferences and trips; however, as I got more interested in the class, I started learning life skills that go beyond just preparing myself for SAT or ENEM, or even for university. As the time passed by, I noticed that no matter the age of the person I was talking to, I could approach any subject and I would have a productive talk. Also, the people I got to know contributed to my network and helped me to professionally connect with several people around the globe. That is why I decided to contribute to this project and to help people see a world of opportunities that MUN taught and offered me.
Greetings, my name is Fares Samia. I am a student at Lycée Pasteur in Sao Paulo, currently in the 10th grade. I would like to share my journey of developing confidence in debating and public speaking.
During my earlier years, I faced challenges in expressing myself confidently. Recognizing this, my parents encouraged my involvement in Model United Nations (MUN) to address and overcome this difficulty. Following my first MUN conference at an early age, a transformative shift occurred in my communication skills. I found myself articulating thoughts with confidence and ease. Furthermore, the experience afforded me the opportunity to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds globally, enhancing my socialization skills.
Presently, I have garnered multiple awards in MUN and I am engaged in volunteering to support children enrolled in "Nada é Impossível," aiding them in achieving similar milestones to mine, which most definitely shall change their lives for the better.
Fares Samia
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