Young South Asian Leaders Initiative - Fellow
Sep 2025 - Present
u.s. department of state·Fellow
Participated in a prestigious fellowship program designed to cultivate leadership skills and foster engagement among young South Asian leaders.
Facilitator
Nov 2024 - Present
afs intercultural programs·Part-time
Facilitate training sessions to help young teenagers develop the skills needed to advance a sustainable future, while broadening their understanding of STEM, solving sustainability challenges, and enhancing their global awareness - all to create positive social impact. Organise and facilitate Pre-departure and Re-entry orientations for Exchange Students.
Alumni Mentor
Aug 2023 - Oct 2024
afs intercultural programs·Part-time
Guided and supported youth (aged 15-17.5), in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) and sustainability-focused intercultural exchange program remotely via online live sessions as well as in-person programs.
Intercultural Exchange Student
Houston, Texas, United States
Jul 2023 - Aug 2023
afs intercultural programs·Program Participant
Participated in the AFS Global STEM Academies, a full-scholarship, STEM and sustainability-focused intercultural exchange program. Developed skills to advance a sustainable future, broadening understanding of STEM, solving sustainability challenges, and enhancing global awareness for positive social impact. Engaged in an innovative virtual exchange curriculum followed by a four-week immersive travel experience.
bp Mentorship Program - Mentee
Feb 2025 - Jun 2025
bp·Program Participant
Awarded a place in an exclusively tailored mentorship program connecting penultimate or final-year students with bp employees. Worked with a mentor to build confidence, explore career domains and opportunities, and enhance employability skills.
Youth Panellist, Youth Empowerment Fund
Aug 2024 - Nov 2024
global youth mobilization·Contract
Reviewed and evaluated youth-led project applications based on SDG impact criteria. Collaborated with panel members to identify and recommend 450+ successful funding recipients for a total of €1M+ funds. Contributed to the ongoing development of the Youth-led Solutions funding process, EU Youth Empowerment Fund (YEF) and Global Youth Mobilization (GYM) broader strategy.
Panellist Speaker, UNSTI Forum
May 2024 - May 2024
united nations·Contract
Participated in an official virtual side event panel discussion on "Advancing the SDGs through Sustainability-Infused STEM Education" at the United Nations Science, Technology and Innovation Forum. Engaged in discussion with educators and youth innovators, highlighting the crucial role of integrating sustainability into STEM education to drive progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).