Today I begin to realize a dream. Today starts the course on sustainable cities with Harvard University and the University of São Paulo in São Paulo. It will be an honor to take classes with faculty in the best universities in the world. Brazil is the country of the future which offers may perspectives on solving world problems. I want to dedicate myself and learn a lot. My working group will be on how to make cities better prepared for natural disasters such as major floods, hurricanes, droughts and other extreme events. I have chosen this in an effort to gain more knowledge to help save lives. In spite of social, ethnic and gender challenges I’ve learned that there are no limits to knowledge. Thanks to everyone who helped me get here, everyone who supported me and believed in my potential. Thanks especially to my mother Dinara Brum. Never give up on your dreams!
