Maria, a flight attendant turned philanthropist, overcame childhood adversity to become the first Portuguese woman to reach both the North and South Poles and summit K2. Founder of the Maria Cristina Foundation, she has impacted over 600 children in Bangladesh. A 10-time Guinness World Record holder and bestselling author, Maria is also a renowned motivational speaker. Her journey of resilience and passion for humanitarian work has inspired countless individuals and organizations worldwide