Taking Professor Cuevas’s class was a truly valuable and transformative experience.

In just a few short weeks, she created a space where we could fully express ourselves and celebrate our unique cultures, which brought our class together as a diverse and supportive community. Through her class, I was able to significantly enhance my cultural intelligence, empathy, and emotional understanding. Prof. Cuevas also focused on helping each of us improve our presentation and self-expression skills, teaching us how to carry ourselves with confidence in front of an audience. This experience even inspired new career ideas for me in a field that promotes diversity and inclusion."

Nada Elsharkawy

As a Latin American woman, I felt especially supported by her relatable insights and empowering advice. 

Professor Cuevas is an exceptional educator and professional who brings genuine passion and care to her work. She has an incredible ability to recognize her students' strengths and weaknesses, fostering a learning environment tailored to individual growth. Through her consistent emphasis on communication and presentation skills, I have experienced a significant transformation in my confidence and ability to express myself effectively. Her explanations and real-world examples gave me a much clearer understanding of the work environment. As a Latin American woman, I felt especially supported by her relatable insights and empowering advice. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a coach who truly understands how to unlock potential and prepare individuals for success.

Paula Navarro

My experience with Professor Cuevas has profoundly impacted my personal and professional growth.

My experience with Professor Cuevas has profoundly impacted my personal and professional growth. Her dynamic facilitation and engaging sessions in class significantly enhanced my communication skills, particularly in articulating my ideas clearly and confidently. Through her course, I developed intangible yet invaluable skills, including confidence, self-awareness, and adaptability, which have transformed the way I approach challenges and opportunities. Her ability to create an environment that fosters growth and meaningful discussions has been instrumental in shaping my career journey. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and am confident that her Global Woman Leadership program will inspire and empower many others to reach their full potential.

Hannah Ofori

Professor Cuevas excels not only as an educator but also as a coach and motivator, always finding ways to support and guide individuals through both professional and personal challenges.

I had the privilege of taking one of Professor Cuevas's classes at NYU. Professor Cuevas' passion, expertise, and leadership left a lasting impression on me. She brings an infectious enthusiasm to everything she does, creating an environment that is both engaging and empowering. Professor Cuevas excels not only as an educator but also as a coach and motivator, always finding ways to support and guide individuals through both professional and personal challenges. Her approach is dynamic, and her ability to inspire confidence and clarity in others is truly remarkable. As a woman leader with a wealth of experience, she has crafted an incredible journey for herself and is now sharing that knowledge to help others achieve their own success. I have no doubt that anyone who works with Professor Cuevas will benefit immensely from her insights, expertise, and leadership.

Warm regards,

Thalia Cedeno

From New York to Dubai, Japan, and India — engagement is a universal language.

We deliver customized workshops and faculty development programs around the world.

Whether in-person or virtual, our sessions are designed to meet educators and students where they are — culturally and creatively.

Engagement is a universal language.

⭐ OUR MISSION

Global Woman Leadership™ exists to transform student engagement into leadership readiness.

Our mission is to partner with educational institutions and nonprofit organizations to equip students with the confidence, communication skills, and entrepreneurial mindset they need to persist, perform, and lead—academically, professionally, and personally.

Through interactive, student-led learning experiences, we help students:

• Find and use their voice

• Communicate with clarity and confidence in high-stakes settings

• Take ownership of their growth, decisions, and career direction

• Build authentic relationships that strengthen belonging and community

• Apply decision-making and problem-solving frameworks

So students don’t just learn — they lead like Entrepreneurs!

Learn how Global Woman Leadership transforms classrooms through student-led, high-impact learning experiences

 Zuleika Cuevas
Founder & CEO, Global Woman Leadership™
Adjunct Associate Professor | Leadership & Communication Educator

Zuleika Cuevas is a leadership and communication educator with experience teaching and facilitating across higher education and global learning environments. Her work blends academic rigor with real-world application, creating learning experiences that are engaging, culturally responsive, and immediately impactful.

Her signature CEO Mindset Leadership Accelerator is designed for professionals who want to excel and advance in their careers.