Saturday, 29 November 2025 | 18:00–23:30 (UK Time)
National Liberal Club, 1 Whitehall Place, London

The UKAP Foundation proudly hosted its annual For a Better Future Gala 2025 on Saturday, 29 November 2025, at the historic National Liberal Club in London. The event welcomed more than 180 guests, including members, partners and supporters of the Foundation, for an evening dedicated to celebrating Albanian excellence, unity and the transformative power of education.

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our community, the Gala raised over £6,000, strengthening the Foundation’s mission to empower Albania’s most promising young people through the UKAP Foundation Scholarship Programme.

Professor Majlinda Lako
A world-leading expert in stem cell sciences, eye development and regenerative medicine at Newcastle University. Her pioneering research has significantly advanced global understanding and treatment of degenerative eye diseases.

Eva Buzo
Barrister, human rights advocate and founder of Victim Advocates International, an organisation dedicated to supporting survivors of war crimes. She also serves as Executive Director of hūmānus. In addition to her human rights leadership, Eva is internationally recognised for her achievements in long-distance swimming, including her extraordinary 92 km swim from Italy to Albania in 35 hours.

Patrick Hasani
Founder and General Partner of Artea Global, one of the UK’s fastest-growing institutional investment firms specialising in U.S. software. With extensive experience managing multi-billion-dollar technology portfolios, he brings deep insights into business growth, dynamic markets, and the future of tech investment.

The For a Better Future Gala 2025 featured an exceptional artistic programme showcasing some of Albania’s most celebrated performers:

• Eljon Vejsiu – Renowned violinist, instrumentalist and cultural ambassador in contemporary music
• Mariela Çingo – Accomplished pianist, choir master and cultural educator
• Brikelda Syla – Distinguished cellist, chamber musician and advocate for music education

Additionally, guests enjoyed unforgettable contemporary and popular music performances by:

• Manjola Nallbani – Acclaimed artist, professor, and cultural ambassador in contemporary music
• Vlashent Sata – Celebrated singer-songwriter and musical innovator, bringing his unique indie-pop sound to the Gala.

Our Gala raffle is still open, and for just £20, you could win an unforgettable experience, from opera with Ermonela Jaho to a luxury Cotswolds escape or a private strategy session with Ella Hoxha. Don’t miss your chance to enter and support the UKAP Foundation’s scholarship fund.