MDC Group LLC is led by Maria da Cruz, a visionary leader with extensive expertise in global advisory, consulting, and sustainable development. Maria has earned recognition as a trailblazer in promoting systemic change, cultural preservation, and community empowerment.
She is a co-author of the groundbreaking article "Trauma-informed systems change training has transcultural, transcontinental transformative healing power: An analysis of leaders in the United States and Angola, Africa." This publication marks the first time Angola's trauma-informed systems work has been highlighted in a global academic journal.
