Growing up in New York City, as well as the rich nature of Brazil, Helena D’Alessandro developed a strong interest in sustainability and environmental studies—and a love for traveling.
So when she saw an option to do a co-op in Greece at the Institute for Sustainable Development at the European Public Law Organization (EPLO), D’Alessandro seized the opportunity.
“And I’m actually really happy that I did,” says D’Alessandro, a rising third-year student at Northeastern University.
She was born in New York City but spent many summers and Christmas holidays in Brazil where her Italian-Brazilian parents are from. There, she developed a love for nature and interest in environment, sustainability and social causes. She also realized she wanted to travel more.
“I’ve always had this close relationship to Brazil ever since I was little, but…
