Luisa Diaz Brown is a passionate advocate for the “Kindness is Cool” movement, dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals and communities. Originally from Venezuela, Luisa faced one of her greatest challenges when she moved to the United States 25 years ago without knowing English. Despite the language barrier, she successfully balanced learning English while attending college, ultimately earning a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC). Luisa describes this period as one of the toughest challenges she has ever faced. Today, she is a proud U.S. citizen.
After completing her studies, Luisa relocated to North Carolina, where she launched “Luisa Su Voz Latina,” the first and longest-running Spanish-language talk show on an American network (ABC and Warner Brothers). The show provided valuable information to the Latin community, helping them assimilate into American society. She also directed the Miss North Carolina Latina beauty pageant, creating opportunities and building self-esteem among young Latinas.
Her journey then led her to Hollywood, where she appeared in Oscar-winning films like “The Fighter” and “Silver Linings Playbook.”
In Los Angeles, Luisa founded The Luisa Diaz Foundation, which celebrates kindness by recognizing individuals and organizations making a positive impact. The foundation’s motto, “Kindness is Cool,” reflects its mission to spread compassion. The foundation’s signature event, the MAG Gala (Mi Amor Graciousness Gala), honors her grandmother, a survivor of mental and physical abuse, and supports grassroots nonprofits assisting survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.
A key highlight of the MAG Gala is “The Runway of Hope,” where survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking walk the runway as a symbol of their journey from darkness to hope. Luisa works closely with these women, helping them rediscover their beauty and build self-esteem.
In recognition of her decade-long work with the foundation, the Mayor of New York City declared May 18th as “Kindness is Cool Day.” This year marks the 10th anniversary of the MAG Gala, which now takes place at New York’s iconic Plaza Hotel, with an additional gala in Houston.
Luisa is also the author of “Sexy Is Timeless: Ten Timeless Sexy Assets That Lie Within You,” a guide that redefines what it means to be “sexy” in the new era of women’s empowerment.
Her accolades include:
- On May 15, 2024, she was presented with a Proclamation from the New York State Senator and Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, recognizing Luisa Diaz Day.
- Recipient of the Proclamation for “Kindness is Cool Day” in New York City, declared on May 18, 2023, by Mayor Eric Adams.
- Honored with a “Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition” from the U.S. House of Representatives for her Outstanding and Valuable Service to the community.
- Titles of Ms. Venezuela International, Mrs. New York International 2019, Mrs. Venezuela Universe 2024, and Ambassador for FORE Living Royal.
