Dr. Flávia Maia
Global Leader | Speaker | Mentor

Inspiring Next Generation Leaders through Love

Obama Scholar, Dalai Lama Fellow, Woman Shaping our Future

Dr. Maia’s leadership education is rooted in the principles of loving-kindness, compassion, joy, and freedom, drawing inspiration from Buddhist teachings, as well as the Latin American traditions of Medicine Women and the Wisdom of Well-living (O Bem Viver).

She teaches only what she experienced herself, sharing powerful insights shaped by over 15 years of climate frontline activism in Brazil and her interactions with thousands of leaders across the globe, including President Obama, His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Christiana Figueres.

As a woman from the Global South, and a descendant of climate migrants, Dr. Maia brings a unique perspective to leadership, offering motivational speeches and thought-provoking writings that inspire diversity, equity, and inclusion — DEI — while focusing on lasting and positive impact.

With her passion for nature underpinning all of her projects, Dr. Maia also speaks about sustainability, using his keynote presentations to show how organizations and individuals can improve their environmental, sustainability, and governance — ESG — performance.

She is a trusted mentor and advocate for emerging leaders, especially those who are underrepresented or don't see themselves as leaders just yet. She is known for combining deep reflection with practical, actionable steps for those seeking personal and professional growth, and sharing her knowledge for free on Instagram.