Welcome to the Path story
Path was born from a heartfelt desire to support young people in the midst of their transition to teenagehood — a time when their awareness and questions grow, and the answers are often not available or hard to find. We’ve seen how society constantly measures and evaluates young people, yet rarely offers them coherence or meaning in what they’re going through. At the same time, young people themselves report feeling pressured, lonely, and confused — but also curious to take action and decide for themselves. Path initiated a series of real life interviews with the teenagers, and they overwhelmingly emphasized the critical role of education in shaping their future personal and professional development, with 90% considering it "very important."
When asked about potential changes to the educational system, their responses underscore their desire for a more tailored and supportive educational experience. A recent questionnaire that path conducted with teenagers confirms what we’re experiencing: there’s a need for holistic initiatives that meet young people as whole human beings.
At Path, we’re dedicated to supporting youth aged 14–16 with an engaging and
transformative experience as they explore their educational journey.
Join us and discover what is about to unfold...
Why Path?
Educational Mentoring
Using an evidence-based learning and networking platform, the youngs are met in an age appropriate way, which complements public education. Educational mentoring guides students, exploring important themes, beyond traditional technical subjects.
Community Involvement
By engaging volunteers such as mentors, parents, teachers and other professionals, Path creates a sustainable ecosystem of knowledge, workforce and social interaction.
Skill Workshops
Students will have the opportunity to explore their barriers and feed their curiosity through engaging conversations and real-life simulations within or outside their community. They'll be allowed to experience their future potential firsthand.
Testimonial
“Thank you for introducing me to Path. It isn't just another program - it can actually help me understand things about myself and the world that the school doesn't usually cover. I feel like my voice matters. The way path allows for working through real-life scenarios makes everything more relatable. I hope to start thinking differently about my future and how I can take part in shaping it.”
[Maria da Silva, lower secondary student, Portugal]
Become a Partner or Investor of Path
At Path we value partnerships and collaboration. We are currently in search for advisors and investors that can resonate with our project and social impact.
If you'd like to know more about our vision, mission, story, business model and fund needs, please request a copy of our Pitch Deck in the Contact form at the bottom of this site.
We would love to hear from you...
Meet the founders
Maria Inês Pereira
Founder | Chief Business Officer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariainespereira/
“I thrive at the intersection of education, career empowerment, and business strategy. My journey has taken me from the pharmaceutical and clinical research world—where I spent 8+ years in project management, marketing, digital solutions, and business development, at a global scale — what I liked most about my past experience - helping people and companies/businesses to unlock their full potential.
As a Career & Business Consultant, I help young students, graduates, executives, and professionals (especially in pharma and health sciences) navigate their career paths with clarity and confidence. My consulting extends to the clinical research industry, where I act as an independent SME, supporting consultancy agencies with insights and strategy.
Beyond consulting, I’m am growing as a social entrepreneur with a vision to redefine education for young people, promoting sustainability and boosting circular economy. “
Michala Steiner-Rode
Founder | Product owner
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michala-steiner-rode-468a48a/
“I am a relationship-driven consultant and communicator with extensive experience in developing and leading processes that anchor knowledge and engagement. I thrive at the intersection of people and ideas, and I am deeply committed to contributing to professional environments focused on social innovation, learning, and development especially where youth and society intersect.
With a strong background in the advertising, film, and television industry, I bring an agile and pragmatic mindset, combined with strong inter- disciplinary communication skills. Over the past 25 years, I have contributed to award-winning productions i.e for Netflix as well as created content and experiences across international conferences, events, and advertising campaigns for clients such as The European Capital of Culture.
Now I am dedicated to creating social enterprises where creativity, initiative, and evidence based human insight drive real impact, both as a communicator and as a Product Owner.”
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