Over the following eight years, Uta undertook her monumental project “Utalaya 14×8000,” an ambitious campaign to climb all 14 of the world’s peaks above 8,000 meters—a challenge completed on 10 May 2025 with her successful ascent of Kangchenjunga, the third-highest mountain on Earth. With this achievement she became the first person from the Balkans and the first Albanian woman ever to complete the 14-eight-thousander challenge, joining an elite group of high-altitude mountaineers globally. Beyond her climbing feats, Uta is a committed advocate for environmental protection, gender equality, and youth empowerment. Through the Utalaya Foundation, she champions sustainable development goals, promotes outdoor engagement and leadership among young people—especially girls—and uses her platform to elevate Kosovo’s visibility on the world stage.
Fahmi is recognized for his positive and professional demeanor, which fosters a supportive and collaborative environment within teams and groups. His strong sense of responsibility and selfless approach are evident in his ongoing involvement in voluntary and charitable initiatives.
