Real People. Real Impact.

From personal challenges to collective change.

Principles

  • Clarity

    Simple words. Measurable actions.

  • Courage

    Do the hard thing. Share the process.

  • Connection

    People first. Inspiration to be shared.

Projects

  • Faces of Hope

    IMPACT

    Cancer research is hope - and hope has a face. Every challenge supports one young researcher in cancer research. A human story, a clear outcome.

    Discover

  • Project Giappone

    STORIES

    Conversations with people who built bridges between Switzerland and Japan. Short interviews. Honest lessons.
    Courage to inspire.

    Explore

Support cancer research

  • A first step

    CHF 5 / JPY 1,000

    Even the smallest contribution matters. Many first steps together can start a journey of change.

    Donate now

  • A set of samples

    CHF 50 / JPY 10,000

    Support the materials needed to test an innovative idea. With your help, a researcher can move from theory to practice.

    Donate now

  • A key experiment

    CHF 500 / JPY 100,000

    Enable a crucial experiment in cancer research. This level of support can generate the first results that open new directions.

    Donate now

  • A pilot grant

    CHF 5,000 / JPY 1,000,000

    Fund a young researcher’s project idea with a direct grant. Your support allows a postdoc to generate preliminary data and apply for larger grants.

    Donate now

About

Hi, I’m Andrea Nava,

I’m a Swiss dreamer, challenger, and starter based in Tokyo.

I believe courage isn’t something you’re born with - it’s something you build. Slowly, honestly, one decision at a time. One step at a time.

My vision is a world where everyday courage - the courage to show up, take risks, and grow - creates collective impact.

My mission is simple: choose consistency over perfection. Act on what matters. Tell stories that inspire others to act.

Because sometimes, one step is all it takes to start changing everything.

Latest

  • Faces of Hope - Update #1

    The first step is credibility.
    I am happy to share that the Advisory Board of Faces of Hope is now being formed.

    A small group of scientists, entrepreneurs, and community leaders will guide the initiative: reviewing applications, ensuring transparency, and connecting the project with science and society.

    This is the foundation on which the grant will stand.

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  • Project Giappone - Interview #1

    Every bridge starts with a first step.
    The first story of Project Giappone is my own - an interview to introduce the project and to share why I believe in telling stories of courage between Switzerland and Japan.

    Short interviews. Honest lessons. A growing collection of journeys that show how one leap can change everything.

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Join the journey

Support a young cancer researcher, share a story, or help host an event.

Small steps. Real impact.

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