CHANGE MAKER

Alina Manning

Founder

Alina Manning is the visionary founder of Lifting Lives, a NGO driven by compassion, equality, and grassroots action. With a background in community welfare and social justice, Alina has spent over a decade working closely with underserved populations across various regions. Her journey began with a single outreach project, but her unwavering commitment transformed it into a full-scale movement that now impacts thousands. Alina believes in sustainable, dignity-based support, and her leadership continues to inspire a new generation of changemakers to uplift communities from within. Born and raised in London, Alina Manning grew up witnessing both the privileges and disparities within society—an awareness that ignited her lifelong mission to bridge the gap. After earning degrees in sociology and public health, she worked with several humanitarian organizations before founding Lifting Lives to create deeper, more sustainable community impact. Under her guidance, the NGO has launched initiatives in health, livelihood, education, and environmental action. Alina’s leadership style blends empathy with strategy, always ensuring that real people remain at the heart of every program. She is known for her hands-on involvement, whether it’s coordinating health drives or engaging youth in community leadership. Beyond the organization, she actively speaks at international development forums, advocating for inclusive growth and people-first policymaking. Alina’s work is a testament to the belief that true change begins when we lift others with purpose, patience, and unity.