Community Impact
Service has been one of the most meaningful parts of my life
It’s shaped how I see people, purpose, and progress.
These experiences, from hospitals to community health projects, aren’t just what I’ve done; they’re what have shaped me most, teaching me empathy, patience, and the power of small actions to create lasting change.
Hospital & Clinical Volunteering
Caring Teen Volunteer & Year Volunteer — Houston Methodist Hospital
As part of the Caring Teen Program, I rotated across CT/Radiology, Cardiology, Intermediate Care, Emergency, and Bed Management units, gaining hands-on exposure to multidisciplinary hospital operations.
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CT/Radiology: Observed diagnostic imaging processes and assisted in emergency CT procedures, gaining insight into the role of radiologic technology in rapid diagnosis.
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Cardiology & IMU: Supported nurses and physicians during patient rounds, assisted with administrative tasks, and helped patients ambulate, fostering both communication and compassion.
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Emergency Department: Restocked medical supplies, assisted nurses, and observed emergency physicians manage acute cases—an invaluable lesson in urgency and teamwork.
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Centralized Bed Management: Observed how efficient patient transfers and discharges sustain hospital flow and care coordination.
This experience gave me a comprehensive view of inpatient care, emphasizing how precision, empathy, and collaboration define effective healthcare delivery.
Student Volunteer & Year Volunteer — Memorial Hermann Health System
Volunteered with the Operating Room Attendant and Anesthesia teams to support surgical workflows and patient comfort.
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Assisted with room turnovers, surgical setup, and post-procedure clean-up to maintain sterile, efficient environments.
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Transported patients and delivered comfort items to support both physical and emotional well-being.
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Stocked supplies and assisted with scheduling and documentation to improve OR readiness and efficiency.
Through this experience, I learned how every detail, from sterile preparation to patient interaction, contributes to the precision and humanity of surgical care.
Small Private and Community Clinics - Six in the Greater Houston Area
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Volunteered in small private and community clinics across Greater Houston, many serving low-income and uninsured patients.
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Collaborated with physicians and nurses, gaining insight into how healthcare access and quality vary between neighborhoods.
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Assisted with administrative tasks, patient flow, and daily clinic operations while observing the challenges of community-based care.
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Witnessed the quiet resilience of families seeking treatment, reinforcing my belief that medicine is both a science and a service.
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Experiences across six clinics deepened my understanding of compassion, adaptability, and equity in healthcare delivery.
Community Health & Public Service
AccessHealth — ArcGIS Mapping Tool Intern
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Developed an ArcGIS-based mapping tool connecting 25,000+ patients to nearby medical and social resources across Fort Bend County.
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Linked 360+ community organizations, helping hospitals and nonprofits identify service gaps and streamline patient referrals.
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Collaborated with Unite and Inspire 501(c)(3) on field research, geospatial data collection, and socioeconomic analysis.
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Co-authored a comprehensive policy and outcomes report presented to local health officials and nonprofit leaders in a 30-minute briefing.
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Learned how data-driven tools can turn public health insights into actionable, community-focused solutions that expand healthcare equity.
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Key Skills: GIS Mapping · Data Analysis · Public Health Strategy · Research Writing · Community Partnerships · Team Collaboration
AccessHealth — Community Health Assessment Intern
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Conducted door-to-door surveys and structured interviews across underserved communities in Greater Houston, focusing on youth mental health and healthcare access.
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Collaborated with Unite and Inspire 501(c)(3) to analyze trends in resource inequity and access to care, particularly in North Richmond.
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Co-authored a comprehensive health equity report presented to local healthcare and nonprofit leaders to guide community resource development.
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Helped shape strategies to strengthen mental health outreach and support systems for vulnerable families.
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Gained firsthand insight into how culturally sensitive public health engagement fosters trust and meaningful change.
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Key Skills: Public Health · Survey Research · Data Analysis · Interviewing · Report Writing · Policy Development · Team Collaboration
Katy Christian Ministries — Volunteer Lead
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Led weekly food distribution drives at Katy Christian Ministries, supporting 50+ families each week.
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Organized and packaged essential supplies, coordinated logistics, and assisted elderly and mobility-limited residents.
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Recruited and coordinated new volunteers to expand outreach and improve distribution efficiency.
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Strengthened leadership, teamwork, and empathy through direct community engagement.
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Learned that true leadership in service means creating spaces where compassion can multiply and sustain itself.
Empower and Connect
📍 60+ chapters, 1500+ members, 1000+ people empowered directly through internships
🌐 Website
📧 empowerandconnect.main@gmail.com
📸 @empower_and_connect_oths
Founder & President
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Founded and expanded Empower & Connect, a youth-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit linking high school volunteers with opportunities to create measurable impact locally and globally.
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Scaled to 60+ chapters across six continents, engaging 1000+ members and directly empowering 1000+ individuals through research-based service internships.
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Designed a capstone-style model where students conduct research, present findings, and implement sustainable community projects.
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Led initiatives in clean water access (Kenya, India), inclusive education (Seoul), and healthcare equity (U.S. and abroad).
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Recognized by 15+ media outlets for advancing youth leadership, social innovation, and global collaboration.
Outreach Co-Lead
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Led a cross-functional outreach team that engaged 200+ businesses and organizations to fund global community projects.
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Supported initiatives for water filter distribution, school infrastructure development, and public health education in underserved regions.
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Built partnerships with NGOs, local governments, and community agencies to establish long-term collaboration and sustainable program growth.
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Strengthened global engagement and resource-sharing networks to maximize project impact and continuity.
Editor-in-Chief
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Founded and led the organization’s Global Publication Team, uniting 15+ contributors across continents to spotlight the intersection of youth innovation and community service.
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Oversee content development, article reviews, and editorial standards across topics in education, engineering, healthcare, and public policy.
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Mentor student writers worldwide to strengthen storytelling, research, and advocacy skills.
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Currently developing an online journal to amplify youth-led initiatives shaping global health, sustainability, and education equity.
Team Manager - Empower & Connect Chapters Network
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Oversee coordination across 60+ global chapters, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and long-term goals.
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Provide mentorship and workflow guidance to student-led teams advancing projects in clean water access, healthcare outreach, and education equity.
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Help design and implement leadership development programs that build capacity, promote sustainability, and strengthen community-driven impact.
Leadership & Global Outreach
Learn To Be – Chapter President & Tutor Corps (National)
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Serve as Chapter President of Learn To Be – Tompkins High School, ranked Top 1 of 322 chapters.
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Lead a team of 60+ tutors, delivering 1,800+ volunteer hours to underserved students across the U.S. and Colombia, including learners with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Oversee volunteer training, partnership management, and chapter operations, ensuring program consistency and measurable impact.
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Designed and maintain the official chapter website, improving scheduling, tutor profiles, and access to student learning resources.
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Co-led a 150-book literacy drive in partnership with local schools and libraries to expand access to reading materials in under-resourced communities.
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Committed to educational equity by mentoring tutors and students, fostering confidence, curiosity, and opportunity through individualized learning support.
Unite & Inspire — S.T.E.A.M. Youth Lead, Curriculum Design & Development
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Serve as Youth Lead for inclusive S.T.E.A.M. education programs supporting youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
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Designed and structured adaptive curricula to make complex STEM concepts engaging, hands-on, and accessible to all learners.
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Coordinated 40+ volunteers, providing training and guidance to ensure effective instruction and meaningful participant interaction.
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Collaborated with program mentors to uphold quality, creativity, and consistency across workshops, fostering confidence, curiosity, and lifelong learning among participants.
Six IDD Educational Programs Across Houston — Lead Mentor & Instructor
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Lead hands-on STEAM and digital literacy instruction for over 50 youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across multiple community education programs.
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Teach a range of subjects including Microsoft 365, CAD design, and introductory programming in Java and Python, both virtually and in person.
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Develop adaptive learning approaches that blend patience, creativity, and empowerment, helping each learner build confidence and practical skills.
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Focus on mentorship that goes beyond academics—sparking curiosity, self-advocacy, and long-term independence through inclusive education.
Lions Clubs International — Founder & President, Tompkins Leo Club
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Founded and lead a youth service chapter dedicated to community empowerment through hands-on volunteerism, civic engagement, and sustainable development projects.
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Guided initiatives supporting childhood cancer awareness, hunger relief, diabetes prevention, environmental sustainability, and vision care.
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Led physical service projects such as building community gardens in low-resource areas and organizing electronic recycling drives to expand digital access and reduce waste.
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Coordinated community collections—including food, sock, and battery-recycling drives—benefiting 100+ families across the Katy area.
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Committed to fostering empathy, teamwork, and long-term impact, empowering youth volunteers to design and lead meaningful, solution-driven change.
National Marrow Donor Program (Be The Match) — Regional Lead
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Introduced to marrow donor advocacy through Unite & Inspire, then joined the national organization to expand outreach and recruitment efforts across Houston.
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As Regional Lead, trained and coordinated dozens of volunteers to host swab-kit drives in partnership with schools, nonprofits, and healthcare organizations.
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Helped register hundreds of new potential donors, contributing to lifesaving matches for patients battling leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood disorders.
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Each drive reaffirmed my belief that small, compassionate actions—like a single cheek swab—can transform lives, reminding me that true impact often begins with empathy and awareness.
Operation Gratitude — Team Lead
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Organized and led youth-driven volunteer events that combined creativity, gratitude, and community service.
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Coordinated the design and delivery of 4,000+ personalized cards and care packages for veterans, first responders, and active-duty service members, each crafted to convey appreciation and care.
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Engaged 1,500+ students across schools and partner organizations, fostering civic awareness and empathy through meaningful, hands-on outreach.
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This experience deepened my respect for those who serve and inspired my aspiration to become a Navy physician, where I can unite medicine, leadership, and compassion in service to others.
Unite & Inspire (U&I) — Leadership & Youth Engagement
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Through Unite & Inspire, a youth-led nonprofit, I’ve helped empower communities across Houston and abroad through creativity, education, and service.
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As STEAM Youth Lead, designed and led inclusive workshops for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), fostering curiosity, confidence, and hands-on learning.
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Coordinated fundraising campaigns and donation drives supporting orphanages in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, India, and organized local art auctions to fund resources for underserved families.
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Helped lead citywide volunteer initiatives, mobilizing youth to create hundreds of art pieces, care packages, and essential donations for families in need.
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These experiences taught me that leadership is defined not by scale, but by impact—that every act of service, no matter how small, can spark hope, connection, and real change.
Halo House Foundation — Patient Wellness & Support Workshops
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At the Halo House Foundation, which provides housing and support for MD Anderson cancer patients, I design and lead wellness workshops that address the emotional and physical challenges of long-term treatment.
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Sessions incorporate creative expression, light movement, and mindfulness, creating a space for patients to rediscover comfort, connection, and hope beyond clinical care.
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By engaging patients and families directly, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of holistic healing—how empathy, mental well-being, and human connection play essential roles in recovery alongside medicine.
