Pune Division, Maharashtra, India
I'm a dedicated and passionate Grade 12 student at Mahindra International School, Pune, currently pursuing the IB Diploma with a focus on Math, Economics, and Psychology. My academic journey is complemented by engaging in various enriching programs, including the Yale Young Global Scholars and courses at Johns Hopkins University and UC Berkeley, where I honed my skills in research, programming, and critical thinking. I'm passionate about social change and education, having founded "The Friend Circle," which provides support networks for girls from underserved communities. My outreach initiatives have successfully raised funds to enhance education and mental health awareness, enabling countless young women to unlock their potential. As Treasurer of my school council, I actively manage budgets and lead fundraising efforts, contributing to various charitable causes. My academic achievements extend to competitive essay writing, math enrichment, and Model United Nations, where I've gained recognition for my understanding of global issues and collaborative skills. I recently authored a research paper evaluating gender equity initiatives in India with guidance from a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge. In addition to my leadership roles, I've developed programming proficiency in Python and web development through courses at UC Berkeley, which informs my analytical approach to problem-solving. I believe in leveraging educational opportunities to inspire positive community impact. Passionate about empowering others and committed to continuous personal growth, I'm excited to connect with like-minded individuals and explore collaborative opportunities!
Developed skill‑development resources and participant assessment tools for the Aasha Programme Collected and analyzed feedback via surveys from program participants to inform improvements in initiatives Authored a gender‑equity landscape report evaluating the impact of the upskilling initiative on women’s socioeconomic mobility, offering strategic insights to guide program advancement
Led the overall functioning of the club, managing outreach to NGOs, ideating and executing service projects, and overseeing social media to raise awareness and engage the community Organized a health camp in collaboration with Shashwat NGO in October 2024, coordinating pediatrician networks for children’s health check-ups, assembling health kits, and securing event funding through the Student Council Collaborated with DoorStep NGO to coordinate student volunteers teaching English to underserved communities, designed lesson plans, managed logistics, and monitored student progress.
Elected to the post following an election campaign Managed event logistics and finances as Treasurer, overseeing the budget, tracking expenditures, and ensuring financial accountability for school events, including field trips, carnivals, and charitable donations Led fundraising efforts, cumulatively raising around INR 30,000 as Head of Fundraiser, collaborating with NGOs like Shashwat and DoorStep, organizing events, and motivating the community to contribute to charitable causes
Trained in MUN procedural formalities through regular club meetings Chaired MIS MUN November 2024 Participated in IISP MUN; won Best Position Paper August 2024 Participated in intra-school MIS MUN; won Honorable Mention
Founded a social project to provide girls from underserved communities with access to supportive networks for educational and professional growth, in partnership with the NGO Hamari Pahchan Drafted an 8-part handbook to train peer mentors, focusing on confidence-building and communication skills Fundraised INR 77,000 (LINK) to amplify Hamari Pahchan’s efforts, and support girls’ education needs Developed children’s storybooks emphasizing aspirational narratives of independence and autonomy for women Organized an expert-led session with Supriya Kundra, an attorney, to motivate the girls at Hamari Pahchan
Conducted outreach with 150+ to identify effective partnership opportunities with life-science-focused companies on LinkedIn; successfully facilitated partnerships of 20 companies with Aventior