Welcome to Betânia, where passion meets purpose.
Result-Oriented Approach
With a mission to foster and expand the creation and operation of NGOs across Brazil and abroad, Betânia offers integrated solutions that enable these organizations to establish and operate professionally. We provide clear guidelines and tools to support every step of their journey, from inception to ongoing operations.
Additionally, Betânia offers short-term mission trips as a core part of our services, connecting international volunteers with local organizations to create impactful experiences that contribute to community development and social change.
Making your journey unforgettable, every step of the way.
We aim to be a trusted, efficient partner, fully prepared to meet the needs of international groups. We handle all logistics, tailoring them to match the unique characteristics of each group
- Airport transfers to and from accommodations.
- Booking accommodations ideal for the group.
- Pre-defined activity schedule.
- Meals included throughout the trip.
- Translators available throughout the travel experience.
- Understanding of Brazilian culture from start to finish.
Our Team
Andrea Drewanz
Andrea is a 53-year-old Brazilian with a dual degree in Social Communication (Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations) from PUC Rio de Janeiro. She has worked in the media and private corporate sectors and has over 15 years of experience in the tourism industry.
After spending two and a half years in Florida (USA) specializing in Tourism and Hospitality, she now resides in Petrópolis, Brazil. For the past seven years, Andrea has served as an international missions coordinator, assisting various NGOs with groups of up to 25 people. She has planned mission trips (medical, evangelistic, and educational) in Petrópolis and the Amazon.
Júlio Egrejas
Júlio Egrejas, a 49-year-old Brazilian, holds a degree in Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and a Master’s in Canon Law from the same institution. With over 35 years of experience in the Catholic nonprofit sector, Júlio is fluent in five languages and has extensive expertise in mission trips, fundraising, and providing comprehensive support to Catholic organizations.
As a volunteer missionary, he spent more than 18 years living abroad in Europe and Latin America, where he engaged in various evangelization efforts, catechesis, education, cultural work, parish leadership, donation programs for Catholic NGOs, and seminar training and formation. Additionally, Júlio has been involved in academic production, editorial publishing, translation, and interpretation.
Mission
Offer personalized solidarity service solutions to institutions and people they serve
Vision
To be making an effective and profound impact on the service and mission of a dozen people in Brazil and abroad.
Values
• Solidarity
• Service
• Competence
• Commitment
