Our Mission
At The Embassy Project, our mission is to empower the next generation of global leaders. We believe that ambition and talent shouldn’t be limited by access or information — every young person with a passion for diplomacy, international relations, and leadership deserves the chance to discover, apply for, and excel in prestigious opportunities.
We aim to:
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Curate high-quality programs: from Model UNs and youth parliaments to essay competitions, leadership programs, and fellowships.
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Provide guidance and mentorship: including application tips, resources, and expert advice to help students succeed.
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Foster a community of young leaders: connecting like-minded students, sharing stories, and inspiring action across borders.
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Our vision is a world where young change-makers are not just spectators, but active participants shaping the future; confident, capable, and ready to make an impact.
About Me
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Hello! My name is Manuela and I am currently a Y12 student taking A-Levels. As an international student with a passion for diplomacy, international relations, and helping others access opportunities to make a real impact, I’ve immersed myself in Model United Nations, debate, youth leadership programs, and global essay competitions, experiences that taught me not just how to speak or lead, but how to listen, empathize, and turn ideas into action. Along the way, I founded and led multiple student initiatives, tutored peers across subjects, and built youth-driven platforms like Ironically Speaking (Wix Site) and GeopoliticsIR (TikTok), which have reached thousands with content on diplomacy, global affairs, and civic engagement.
I created The Embassy Project because I know how challenging it can be for ambitious students to find and succeed in prestigious programs. This site is more than a resource, it’s a space where young leaders can discover Model UNs, youth parliaments, essay competitions, leadership programs, and fellowships, while gaining the guidance, mentorship, and tools to develop the skills, confidence, and networks they need to lead in a complex, interconnected world.
Learn. Apply. Lead.
My credentials
Profile:
Ambitious, globally minded student with a strong record of leadership, diplomacy, and academic excellence. Skilled at inspiring teams, creating opportunities, and engaging with complex global issues through debate, MUN, and youth-led initiatives.
Leadership & Initiative:
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Deputy Head Girl, A-Level student (Geography, History, EPQ, Portuguese & Spanish Literature)
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Founder & Captain, Debate Club – established the school’s first debate club
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Founder & President, The Embassy Project – youth-led initiative promoting international cooperation and civic engagement
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Founder & Head of Media, Ironically Speaking (Wix) and GeopoliticsIR (TikTok) – platforms with 10,000+ followers focusing on diplomacy, youth engagement, and current affairs
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Creative Director, Forbes 30 Under 30 recognized global education organization – leading creative strategy and European expansion
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Deputy Secretary General & Leader of MUN Novices Club – organized conferences and mentored delegates
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Vice President, ICJ MUN – led discussions on international law and diplomacy
Diplomacy & International Experience:
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Ambassador for a Day, British Embassy, Portugal
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Youth Ambassador, IB Hundred – international program empowering young leaders
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CWMUN Singapore 2026 scholarship recipient (selected from 150,000 applicants)
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Multiple Best Delegate Awards at national & international MUNs (9 total)
Academic Excellence:
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Top 95th percentile, History IGCSE
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Harvard Learn With Leaders Business Course – Best Marketing Strategy Award
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Sciences Po Graduate Course, International Migrations – 92.6%
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Cambridge Graduate Course, Neuropsychology – 95.7%
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Oxford Immerse Essay Competition Winner (twice)
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Yale International Relations Association Global Essay Competition participant
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2x Academic Distinction Awards in IR essay competitions (top 9%)
Skills & Competencies:
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Languages: English (C2), Portuguese (C2), Spanish (C1), French (A2)
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Leadership, diplomacy, public speaking, communication, project management
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Writing, research, journalism, creative strategy
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Creativity: Drawing, painting, piano (intermediate), guitar (advanced)
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Sports: Volleyball, Cross-Country, Basketball, Chess, Debate
Additional Achievements:
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Upcoming published author (2026) with Buzz Editor
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Established online platform publishing student articles on geopolitics and international relations
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etc...