Lauriela Márcia Martins representing Angola in Miss Universe 2017 is 19 years old and stands tall at 178 cm. She is an Angolan model and lives in Cabinda city. She has received a degree in Architecture from the Metropolitan Superior University of Angola. Known for her humanitarian causes, she has been an active part of Smile Train, an international children’s charity with a sustainable approach to solve the problem - cleft lip and palate. Lauriela enjoys swimming and other active sports, especially if she can combine them with her love of going to the beach. In 5 years, Lauriela hopes to have finished her studies and have built a name for herself in the architect industry.