Maria Mellizo, a community leader from Brisas de Las Palmas, has been passionate about communication and leadership since her school years. She has actively participated in community projects, including water and sewerage systems and park development, while nurturing her love for communication. Maria dreamed of becoming a speaker and has supported her son, a graphic designer and publicist, in his career. Although her communications career has not fully developed, she remains committed to her community, using leadership to drive progress and unity. Maria envisions her neighbourhood being recognised as part of Cali’s urban landscape.