About us
Mudita Foundtion
Embracing the meaning of Mudita—the joy of celebrating others’ well-being—we are committed to empowering individuals on their journey toward personal fulfillment and creating meaningful impact.
Through our educational programs, and community building activities, we foster personal growth, emotional intelligence, and empathy, helping individuals form deeper, more authentic connections.
By supporting each other’s well-being, we contribute to stronger, thriving communities where everyone can grow and flourish together.
The Story Behind Mudita
Mudita was born from a deep longing for an authentic, peaceful world—one where individuals can embrace their true selves while contributing to the strength of their communities.
The founders of Mudita share a passion for meaningful connections that celebrate diversity and togetherness. They were deeply curious about how personal authenticity can flourish within the context of a supportive, collective environment.
Inspired by the ancient concept of Mudita—the joy in celebrating others’ well-being—they envisioned a space where personal growth and community connection go hand in hand. Today, Mudita empowers individuals to explore their potential, forge meaningful relationships, and contribute to a shared journey of learning and transformation.
Our Vision
A world where awareness, empathy, and compassion are the foundations of transformative change. We are dedicated to empowering individuals through these principles, creating inclusive environments where everyone is valued, supported, and feels inspired to contribute to the well-being of others.
Our Mission
Our mission is to foster personal growth that strengthens both individuals and communities. Through innovative programs, educational initiatives, and holistic approach, we provide opportunities for people to develop self-awareness, empathy, and resilience.
By empowering individuals, we contribute to a society where every person matters—a world where genuine care and respect for one another lead the way toward a brighter future.
Our team
SYLWIA FEDERICO
She is an educator and project manager with 25 years of experience in the field of learning and development. Early in her career, she recognized a significant gap between formal schooling and the real-life skills young people need to thrive. Determined to bridge this gap, she dedicated her career to transforming education by integrating social and interpersonal skills into learning, helping young people build confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence. This commitment led her to found Mudita, a foundation focused on creating spaces where people can connect, grow, and develop while nurturing empathic and authentic relationships.
As President of Mudita, she leads with a vision of empowering individuals to lead emotionally resilient, balanced lives. Her passion for personal growth has driven her to deepen her expertise in emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and human development, integrating trauma sensitivity and somatic principles into the foundation’s programs. She is dedicated to shaping a future where well-being and personal growth are central to education and community development.
KATARZYNA PASICIEL
Katarzyna has always believed that every person has untapped potential waiting to be discovered. With the right support and environment, that potential can lead to real personal and collective growth. Seeing the inequalities in the world inspired her to pursue a Master’s in Law, where she gained a deeper understanding of justice, human rights, and the importance of supporting marginalized communities.
Noticing the challenges society faces and a lack of empathy in many spaces, Katarzyna decided to co-create the Mudita Foundation. She wanted to use her legal knowledge to help address these gaps in a more structured and impactful way. As Vice President, she plays a key role in shaping the foundation’s approach, making sure that Mudita’s programs meet both immediate needs and help create lasting, positive change.
Her dream for Mudita is a world where everyone can reach their full potential, and communities grow stronger together. As Vice President, Katarzyna brings her leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to social change to help make this vision a reality.
PAULINA ORBITOWSKA-FERNANDEZ
Throughout her career, Paulina has been driven by a passion for transforming societies and communities into more empathetic and compassionate spaces. She believes that fostering understanding and connection can create profound positive change, and she strives to promote these values in every aspect of her work.
She is certified trainer of Nonviolent Communication and eduScrum, coach, mediator, MindSonar analyst and Resonant Healing certified practitioner.
She holds a Master’s Degree in Political Science, degree in Leadership in Education, Nonviolent Communication (NVC) according to Marshall Rosenberg, Train the Trainer in Nonviolent Communication and Mediator. She has also completed a course accredited by ICF of Business and Life Coaching at the School of Empathic Trainers in Warsaw.
She worked at universities and schools in Mexico City and Warsaw, Poland. Since 2017, she has been a trainer, delivering numerous training sessions for non-profit organizations, businesses, schools, teachers, physicians and parents in the field of Nonviolent Communication and Empathic Communication.
In May 2022, Paulina began offering NVC training for the Erasmus programme and joined MUDITA to support the NGO sector, sharing her skills with youth workers. Through her work, she continues to advocate for a world that is more compassionate, empathic, and inclusive.
MAGDALENA SZYMAŃSKA
Magdalena is a psychologist, economist, facilitator, and project manager with a strong background in human development and strategic project management. She holds master’s degrees from the University of Warsaw in Economics and Psychology, specializing in Supporting Personality Development. She has also completed an accredited coaching course and extensive training in Nonviolent Communication (NVC).
Driven by curiosity about human behavior and a desire to support others in their growth, Magdalena has spent the past few years working in non-formal education in Poland and Spain. She has gained experience in designing and leading psychoeducational workshops, supporting personal development processes, and coordinating various educational initiatives. She is particularly passionate about mental health, emotional well-being, and fostering authentic, supportive relationships.
At Mudita, Magdalena brings together her organizational skills and human-centered approach to contribute to the foundation’s mission. She is engaged in developing and implementing educational projects, building meaningful partnerships, and creating learning spaces where people can connect, grow, and strengthen their emotional awareness.
Her work is rooted in the belief that everyone has the potential to live a balanced life, aligned with their values and supported by compassionate relationships. She is committed to promoting cooperation, personal development, and well-being, believing that positive social change begins with how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us.
Angelika Mizińska
Angelika is a certified somatic movement educator in the Body-Mind Centering® approach and continues her studies in the Somatic Movement Practitioner program. She studied dance and performing arts at Coventry University in the UK, the University of Illinois in the USA, and Viljandi Culture Academy in Estonia. She also holds a degree in contemporary culture from Jagiellonian University in Kraków.
She moves within the fields of contact improvisation, dance improvisation, and choreography, creating stage performances and site-specific works. She co-develops artistic and educational projects that support self-awareness, communication, and social development. Her work intertwines embodiment with reflections on ecology, relationships, and co-responsibility, making artistic practice a subtle yet expressive gesture toward the world.
Within the Body-Mind Centering® approach, movement is the foundation of embodied cognition, integrating sensory, emotional, and intellectual experiences. Exploring developmental patterns and body systems allows for discovering movement as a form of learning, adaptation, and expression. The body appears as a dynamic ecosystem in which every movement shapes our relationship with the world and ourselves.
She collaborates with collectives, cultural institutions, and NGOs, co-creating educational and artistic programs. She curates and coordinates projects and leads classes, workshops, and training sessions. Her practice integrates Body-Mind Centering®, (eco)somatics, and Nonviolent Communication. She finds the greatest fulfillment in creative collaboration and socially engaged initiatives.
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