My volunteering with the Global Fair Pay Foundation has introduced me to the connection between policy, stakeholder engagement and social equity. Under the mentorship of Dr Saroj Kiran Velamakanni, I support engagement with NGOs and state governments in India to build awareness of the Global Fair Pay Charter and encourage consideration of its adoption from 2027. This experience has helped me appreciate how complex it can be to translate broad principles of fairness into practical initiatives across different institutions and communities.

My community experiences have included involvement with Good Universe, WWF and Grace Cancer Foundation. Together, these activities have encouraged me to think about the intersection of health, environmental responsibility and access to opportunity. I want to continue learning how scientific knowledge can be shared in ways that benefit communities beyond research institutions.

Volleyball has taught me to remain composed under pressure, communicate clearly and trust the people around me. Competing at national level has also helped me develop the discipline to improve consistently while contributing to a shared goal.

Participating in three Model United Nations conferences has helped me become a more confident speaker and a more attentive listener. Preparing for debate has encouraged me to evaluate evidence, understand competing priorities and negotiate constructively. Receiving an Honourable Mention was a rewarding recognition of those efforts.