Lina holds two bachelor’s degrees in Environmental Engineering and Industrial Engineering from Universidad de los Andes (Colombia) and a master’s degree in International Development from IE University (Spain). She is passionate about sustainable development and social and environmental impact and has worked in multiple sustainability teams in the private and NGO sectors in Colombia. She has also been a volunteer working with young people on topics such as peace-building and reconciliation. Lina is convinced that education is the most powerful tool to transform a country and that the most efficient path to reducing inequalities in Latin America is by offering access to high-impact opportunities for vulnerable communities. Lina is very proud of her Colombian origin and is determined to work towards a more equitable continent.