PEOPLE
People make Wisedāna possible.
From the Board to the Operations Team, from our offices in Italy and Switzerland to our strategic partners, each person brings dedication, expertise and a deep commitment to wise and systemic change. Meet the people who give shape and energy to our mission.
BOARD
Filippo Scianna
Chairman of the Board
A lawyer by training, he is currently the President of the Italian Buddhist Union and former Director of several Buddhist institutes in Italy. His extensive experience in institutional roles and his genuine interest in themes such as interconnection, compassion and mindfulness are key assets for Wisedāna Foundation.
Jetsun Pema
Board member
She has dedicated her life to humanitarian causes, particularly to the education and welfare of Tibetan refugee children, founding the Tibetan Children’s Villages. She has played a crucial role in preserving Tibetan culture and advocating for the rights of the Tibetan people. She is also the younger sister of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, with whom she shares a deep connection to Tibetan Buddhism.
Kasia Smutniak
Board member
For over twenty years she has been engaged in the Himalayan region through educational initiatives supporting Tibetan communities. Her activism is grounded in listening and respect for local cultures. An actress and director, she has combined her artistic career with a consistent commitment to social causes. She brings to the board a meaningful contribution shaped by experience, sensitivity and vision.
ADVISORY BOARD
Filippo Scianna
Chairman of the Board
A lawyer by training, he is currently the President of the Italian Buddhist Union and former Director of the largest Buddhist institute in Italy. His extensive experience in institutional roles and his genuine interest in themes such as interconnection, compassion and mindfulness are key assets for Wisedāna Foundation.
Jetsun Pema
Board member
She has dedicated her life to humanitarian causes, particularly to the education and welfare of Tibetan refugee children, founding the Tibetan Children’s Villages. She has played a crucial role in preserving Tibetan culture and advocating for the rights of the Tibetan people. She is also the younger sister of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, with whom she shares a deep connection to Tibetan Buddhism.
Kasia Smutniak
Board member
For over twenty years she has been engaged in the Himalayan region through educational initiatives supporting Tibetan communities. Her activism is grounded in listening and respect for local cultures. An actress and director, she has combined her artistic career with a consistent commitment to social causes. She brings to the board a meaningful contribution shaped by experience, sensitivity and vision.
TEAM
M. Enrica Lobina
General Director
Beatrice Marzi
Head of Philanthropy
Marta Turchetta
Communication manager
Francesco Banfi
Program manager
Paola Comoretto
major donor officer
Roberto Giuliani
Program Officer
Nicola Giordano
Evatuation & learning advisor
Giovanna Bonora
Senior high value advisor
OFFICES
Wisedāna Foundation
Via Cesare Correnti 12 – 20123 Milan | Italy
Wisedāna Switzerland
Via Morosini 1 – 6943 Vezia | Switzerlad presso cenpro
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