GhaliaAamer is the founder of 'TalkMaze', an organisation that provides debate training and self-confidence opportunities to students globally. She has led a team of over 30 to train thousands of youth and reach over 3.5 million people through video content. Ghalia is also a professional speaker, inspiring thousands at talks internationally, including at four TEDx events. As the youngest Canadian delegate to the G20 Young Entrepreneurs' Alliance Summit, Ghalia presented 21 policy recommendations to the Canadian G20 Sherpa. Ghalia is a champion for young and underrepresented entrepreneurs and has had a significant impact on education policy and youth empowerment.
Ahnaf and their friends founded 'Bhoroshasthol', a nonprofit organisation aimed at helping the underprivileged in Bangladesh. They have assisted over 30,000 people across 10 districts, providing meals, tube wells, vans, and sewing machines. 'Bhoroshasthol' has made a significant social impact, raising donations and providing aid during COVID-19, floods, and cold winters. Ahnaf's vision shifted from short-term fixes to long-term solutions, and they initiated the idea to establish the 'DRMC Social Service Club' to encourage student participation in community service. Despite facing challenges due to their young age, them and their team members are extremely devoted to their only objective of lessening the amount of suffering in the world.
Oyindamola is a fourth year medical student, social entrepreneur, mentor, and co-founder of the 'Black Excellence Network'. Despite facing personal challenges, they have demonstrated initiative, determination, and perseverance in achieving her goals and guiding others towards success. Through the network, Oyinda has worked tirelessly to close the black educational attainment gap, providing mentorship and consultations to others who are building social enterprises. They have had a significant impact in education and career development, empowering individuals to achieve their goals and make a difference. Oyinda has taken ownership of their activities, working with various organisations to create positive change and inspire others to do the same. Their work has been recognised by different organisations, and they have been named one of the Top 5 Black Students in the UK.
Amey Agarwal, who battled nephrotic syndrome for 15 years, has dedicated themself to raising awareness and providing assistance for those affected by the condition. Through their non-profit organisation, 'Nephrohelp', they raised funds and sponsorships, enabling successful kidney transplants for two children. Amey has helped over 300 families with medicine and necessities, donated masks to hospitals, and organised awareness campaigns and health check-up camps. Their inspiring actions have earned recognition from prestigious sources and motivated others to get involved and they've even co-authored a book raising awareness about nephrotic syndrome.
Aryan is a dedicated and passionate student who has made a significant impact on their community through innovative ideas. He is the co-founder of 'Parivarthan Foundation', which provides meals to those in need and works towards sustainable initiatives. Aryan has also served as the 'Sustainability Ambassador of CHS', started the 'CHS Eco-Club', and launched various campaigns to reduce waste. They have inspired others through ther leadership and have learned valuable skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking. Aryan's commitment to serving their community has been rewarding and has led to character development and personal growth.
Through their 'Edu Mission' project, Adithya has supported the education of over 400 tribal students in India for the past four years. They aim to create a peaceful and resilient society by improving the living conditions of these students and providing them with essential resources. Adithya's eco-friendly initiatives, charity events, and environmental activities have had a positive social impact, benefiting various communities. They have also raised funds to distribute 500 food kits to blue-collar workers, providing 800 meals to the homeless and hospitalised patients, as well as actively participating in breast cancer awareness walkathons and white cane walks to raise public awareness.
Gunisha is a passionate advocate for educational equality and climate action. During the COVID pandemic, they founded the 'HELP Chennai initiative', which has helped over 600 underprivileged students access online education by providing digital devices. Gunisha believes in empowering young people through education and has led outreach programmes for marginalised children. Gunisha advocated for increasing climate change awareness and female representation in climate action as a consultant for She Changes Climate. Gunisha's commitment and resourcefulness have enabled them to make a positive difference in her community and become a role model for their peers.
Joy is a passionate and ambitious student with a strong vision for positive social impact. He has founded 'Project Gyan', an initiative to provide explorative/experiential STEM & tribal entrepreneurship education to underprivileged students, which has now reached over 3,000 people, demonstrating excellent leadership skills and has inspired others through TEDx talks and recognition at national events. He has also developed a unique application for finding eye prescriptions and plans to focus on optimising it for remote India. Through his journey, Joy has learned the importance of effective communication, gained valuable soft skills, and developed a deeper understanding of social issues.
Oladotun, a 21-year-old Nursing student co-founded Students on LinkedIn and its focus is on reaching out to university students worldwide. He has over 2 million impressions on LinkedIn and through his work with 'Students on LinkedIn', he has increased the number of students maximising the platform for career opportunities by 65 percent. He has organised programmes that reached students in Africa to fill the knowledge gap about the platform and has used his network to help marginalised communities access global opportunities. Oladotun's impact has changed the narrative and his inspired his peers to maximize the platform for Career development.
Olalekan is a resilient and determined hero who, despite losing their father at the age of 9 and lacking resources, strove to get the best education possible. They are now a lawyer in equity and have positively impacted over 10,000 Africans with their works and stories. Olalekan founded 'Project Africa Now' (PAN) to help poor struggling students attain better education and useful life skills. 'PAN' has trained 3,500 young Africans across 18 African countries and impacted 2,000 young school children in rural communities. Olalekan is a model of influential leadership and a rare breed deserving of recognition.
Haya Al-Kubati is a dedicated young leader promoting good health and well-being, currently a medical student and one of the most active Fellows of 'Awareness 360'. They have selflessly volunteered over 6000 hours in multiple organisations in order to benefit their community in Yemen, focusing on helping girls and women access health services and awareness. Haya's volunteering efforts have impacted over 20,000 people, including organizing and volunteering in multiple projects such as breast cancer awareness, drug abuse, gender norms, reproductive health and rights, psychological support, recycling clothes bank, diabetic camp, tree planting campaigns, and more. They have received recognition as the '2022 Fellow of the Year' and have developed strong leadership, communication, and storytelling skills through their service journey.
Ali is a compassionate and empathetic individual who works towards creating unity and understanding between different groups of people and society and nature. He initiated community service activities and raised awareness of environmental issues at a young age and is now instrumental in the development of the entrepreneurial community at their university and locality. Ali has a wide-ranging intellect, passion, and creativity that allows him to see the links between different ecosystems and he motivates others to open themselves up to new perspectives and take risks. Ali has made a significant social impact through charity and entrepreneurial activities and is an inspiration to his peers.
Tanatswa is a mental health advocate in Zimbabwe. Before completing their psychology degree, they volunteered and engaged in panels, earning recognition in the field. They founded the 'Ndinewe Foundation', providing mental health education to marginalised urban areas. Their work reached over 7,200 people through social media, while 200 young people have received support and workshops. Tanatswa's advocacy has led to collaborations with the Ministry of Youth, the police, and professional psychologists. They also influenced national policies, contributing to the National Sexual Harassment Policy. Tanatswa's inspiring journey has motivated their peers, and they have become a role model through their determination and pursuit of their goals.
Kyra started the initiative 'Girls Do Code' when she was just 10 years old. During the COVID-19 lockdowns, Kyra learned Scratch and Python online and recognising the underrepresentation of women in the tech industry, Kyra created 'Girls Do Code' to inspire more girls to explore coding and technology. She started teaching girls in her community and then at an NGO in India. She is very passionate and approached her teachers to start a session during lunch breaks at school and after school. She also created an offshoot project called 'Code to Care' to reach more students through volunteers. She believes that coding is a life skill which develops logical, structured thinking that can help everyone, and her impact extends beyond coding through her 'G.I.V.E. initiative', raising funds for charities and organising community activities throughout the year.
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