Laura is a 17-year-old student from a small town near Zipaquirá. Since she was a child, she has been fascinated by environmental issues, especially the protection of water resources. After learning about climate change in school, she decided to take action in her community.
Last year, Laura organized a local campaign to reduce plastic waste. At first, only a few classmates supported her idea. Many people believed that individual actions would not make a significant difference. Nevertheless, Laura continued promoting workshops at school, explaining how small habits — such as reusing bottles or separating trash — could create long-term impact.
Over time, her project gained attention. Teachers began including environmental topics in their classes, and local businesses agreed to reduce plastic packaging. Although Laura admits that changing habits is difficult, she believes that leadership means inspiring others through consistent effort rather than expecting immediate results.
Today, she plans to study environmental engineering at university. Her goal is not only to build a professional career, but also to continue influencing positive change in her region.