María Díaz Guasp

Meet María Díaz @misabeldiaz – Is a driven and passionate advertising and marketing student at the Fashion Institute of Technology. With a passion for gender equality and equal rights. María strives to make a positive impact on our planet through her honest journalistic work. By promoting sustainable practices in the media industry.

IRK: Tell us your “Why” 

María Díaz: Well, truly, I just have a passion for seeking the truth and informing about important issues. As a journalist and future advertising professional. I believe that by reporting on relevant events and holding those in power accountable. I can make a positive difference in the world.

IRK: What are you most passionate about with respect to taking care of people and the planet? 

María Díaz: María Díaz: In general, I want a world that is fair, just, and sustainable for all. I have worked with organizations like Global Fashion Exchange and sustainability-aware brands such as IRK Magazine because I wish to push valuable information in mediums that matter. To take care of our planet and people, we need to collaborate and inform. This is essentially what I strive to do.

IRK: What are some conscious actions you implement in your daily life?

María Díaz: To reduce waste and conserve resources. Most of the clothing I own is shopped second hand and I recycle religiously. I also try to reduce my carbon footprint by exclusively either walking or taking the train. These may sound like small steps. But it’s important to remember that even small actions can make a big impact when it comes to sustainability!

IRK: What’s your hope for the future of the planet? 

María Díaz: My hope is that future generations will inherit a planet that is thriving, healthy, and able to support all forms of life.

What Sustainable Development Goal do you align with the most? https://sdgs.un.org/goals 

María Díaz: I am incredibly fond of SDG 5: Gender Equality and SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. However, we need to work on all of the Sustainable Development Goals for a better planet.