About
alexianu family foundation
"We strongly believe that nurturing resilience - the ability to cope with challenges and bounce back - is the key." Yet, many children aren’t taught coping skills, emotional understanding, or how to believe in themselves.
Founded as a charitable organization committed to the wellbeing of children and adolescents, the Alexianu Family Foundation delivers the MyMinding™ Method, a personal development programme for children and teens, in schools across New Zealand.
"Promoting children's emotional well-being means focusing on prevention, not just intervention - and as doctors, this is central to our approach."
Dr. Mihai & Daniela Alexianu —
AFF
Board
"As a mother, daughter, and paediatric anaesthetist my life has always centered on caring for children. Through our family foundation, that care extends - to every child we reach.
Our work is grounded in a legacy of compassion and the belief that children deserve not only education, but also -confidence, resilience and emotional support."
Dr. Daniela Alexianu -
AFF Board Chairperson
"Alongside with my wife and my children - the Board of Our Family Foundation, I am proud and honoured to continue a family legacy passed down through generations: to help and support others, create meaningful impact, and empower future generations
In a world where digital technology and social media have a profound influence on young lives, our focus is clear: to help children build resilience, strengthen their mindset, and develop practical coping skills to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
Dr. Mihai Alexianu -
AFF Board Vice-Chair
AFF Ambassador
"I choose to become an Ambassador for the MyMinding™ Method, because I have seen far too many children feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, caught in constant social media comparison, and burdened by the pressure to be “perfect.”
Every child deserves to grow up believing in their own abilities, not feeling limited by fear, comparison, or self-doubt. Through this work, the foundation helps children and teens build the tools they need to discover their inner strength, trust themselves, and develop the courage to be who they truly are in a world that often pressures them to become someone else.
This is what it truly means to invest in the future: helping children understand who they are, believe in their potential, and develop the confidence to become who they aspire to be."
Together, we are shaping stronger generations!
Sergiu Toader -
AFF Official Ambassador
Our Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
"We Teach Children Strong Life Skills and Empower Them to Grow Mentally Strong and Emotionally Balanced."
Each member of AFF Management Team, brings a passion for supporting children’s emotional well-being and the skills
to ensure our programmes are effective implemented, and impactful.
AFF - Executive Director /
TRM Lead Specialist
Carmen Andrei
"This project was born of love - a mother’s love for her son. A love that nurtures, guides, and embraces, helping children understand their inner world, grow into themselves, and face life with courage, confidence, and resilience."
AFF - PR & Communication Manager
Sabina Toader
"Life has changed dramatically in the past couple of decades and we need new tools to navigate it - tools fit for today’s children and tomorrow’s world.”
AFF - Financial Manager
Dr. Daniela Alexianu
"We nurture children not just with knowledge, but with love, confidence, and the quiet strength to face the world."
AFF - Social Media Coordinator
Vera Borozia
“I am part of a generation that needs to fast adapt to this amazing journey called life, where change is constant and resilience matters. It is a privilege for me to be part of a foundation that understands the current challenges and strives to nurture strong future generations.”
AFF - Mrktg & Events Manager
Paula Secăreanu
""Being a mother is to give without measure and to sacrifice without regret. Her strength is boundless - found in her patience, in her devotion, and in the courage she carries in her heart for those she loves."
AFF - Operational Manager
Smaranda Ivănescu
"We cannot shield our children from mistakes, no matter how much it pains us. All we can do is hold their hand, guide them gently and help them grow stronger with each step."