The issues I am most passionate about are gender inequality, poverty, and the lack of access to quality education. I was born in India, where numerous girls are prohibited from pursuing higher education. While Canada is a more developed nation with a plethora of resources, the gender gap still persists in many sectors. Youth like me must work towards narrowing this gender gap and allowing women to overcome negative stereotypes in the workplace. Only when the gender gap is lessened can we create an environment where innovation, respect, and creativity flourish. Having been witness to the experiences of women from marginalized communities and the drive to be a role model to young girls like me inspired me to take action.

The communities around me play an essential role in my drive to make a difference in this world. As an Indian woman, I am not only able to empathize with the issues faced by groups experiencing marginalization worldwide but also able to work towards raising awareness about the issues such communities face. My non-profit organization, Articulate Initiative, is working to do exactly that through highlighting artists from communities experiencing marginalization worldwide, tackling the lack of resources provided to these communities, and directly supporting numerous shelters across Canada, alongside hosting multiple hygiene drives. Learning about diverse experiences, cultures, and traditions inspires me to provide a path to making their voices and concerns more audible and visible.

Partnership and collaboration are the essential ingredients to success in my life and work. They allow me to critically evaluate my strengths and weaknesses alongside optimizing resources to further the causes of gender equality and quality education.