Cristina Ciobănașu
The first person to officially join our story was Cristina Ciobănașu.
A dedicated supporter of our activities from the very beginning, Cristina became a true pioneer for all those who would later join us as Ambassadors of Change. Together, we have developed numerous creative projects, and she has stood by our side at countless events, helping us promote inclusion and visibility for people with disabilities.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinaciobanasu_oficial/?hl=ro
Holy Molly
One of our earliest supporters, Holy Molly has accompanied us on countless occasions through the power of her music and artistic talent.
Her presence and support have helped us amplify our message and connect with wider audiences through creativity, emotion, and authenticity.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holymolly.guacamolly/
Maria Pălăria
Maria joined our story with enthusiasm, creativity, and an open heart.
Together, we created the unique "Hats of Joy" collection, a project that celebrated artistic expression and individuality. We are confident that many more inspiring ideas and collaborations will emerge in the future.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariapalaria/
Sorin Oberșterescu
As the first male Ambassador to join our community, Sorin brought fresh ideas, energy, and a shared vision for inclusion.
Together, we developed Romania's first retreat dedicated to people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, creating meaningful opportunities for personal growth, connection, and wellbeing.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obersterescu_sorin/
Antonio Luca
From the very beginning, Antonio impressed us with his enthusiasm and generosity.
Together, we have organized numerous events and video projects, transforming our participants into chefs for a day and proving that cooking can be a powerful tool for learning, confidence-building, and inclusion.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spunelumealuca/
Marian Vasilescu
Marian has been part of our journey ever since we first met.
Whether organizing musical events or simply performing for our community, he has always brought warmth, joy, and encouragement to our beneficiaries, families, and team members.
Raul Jichici
Together with Raul, we discovered and celebrated the extraordinary beauty of our young people.
His artistic vision gave life to remarkable projects such as GLOW and YOUTH, initiatives that challenge stereotypes and showcase the beauty, confidence, and individuality of people with Down syndrome.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rauljichici/
Osnat Peled
We are honoured to have Osnat Peled as one of our Ambassadors.
As one of our earliest supporters and one of the people who inspired us to grow, become more visible, and dream bigger, Osnat has played an important role in our journey. Her belief in our mission and her continuous encouragement have helped strengthen our community over the years.
We are proud to officially welcome her as a member of the Down Plus family.
Alex Ciobotaru
Creative Producer & Ambassador
We are honoured to have Alex Ciobotaru as an Ambassador of Down Plus Bucharest Association.
Our collaboration has taken shape through impactful creative projects such as the "Can You See Me Now?" video production and the Holy Molly Charity Concert—initiatives that promote inclusion, empathy, and visibility for people with disabilities.
We are grateful for his dedication, openness, and commitment to building a more inclusive society, and we are proud to have him as part of our community.
