Yashwin is a passionate high school senior from Long Island, New York, interested in the environment, programming, and interpersonal political relationships.
Carlos is a fifth-year student at the Rochester Institute of Technology, majoring in Supply Chain Management. He strives for a world driven by technology that works for the betterment of everyone.
Kelly Wu is a high school student in California, participating on her school's robotics team. She is the Head of Development at YIP, interested in computer science, business, and public policy. Kelly also enjoys reading and listening to music.
Taek is a student at Lynbrook High School in San Jose, California. He is part of the Model United Nations team and is a journalist for the school newspaper. Taek enjoys listening to jazz and classical music and exploring new boba shops.
Jamie is a student at Western University, pursuing a dual major in Computer Science and Honors Business Administration.
Paul Kramer is the CEO of the Institute for Youth in Policy and is currently a student majoring in Organizational Development, Computer Science, and Public Policy at Vanderbilt University as a Crescere Aude Scholar.
Sia currently attends East Brunswick High School and is pursuing her Associate’s Degree in Business Administration at Middlesex County College in New Jersey. She is interested in both Business and Psychology.
Timothy Sabau is originally from Youngstown, Ohio. He is s attending school for Political Science, Data Analytics, and International Studies.
Ho'olehua is a Hawaiian native and greatly enjoys cooking and baking in her spare time.
Mason’s diverse experience, fueled by a passion for education, empowers youth through impactful leadership and innovative People Ops strategies at YIP, building strong teams from classroom to boardroom.
Virthiha Selvamuthukumaran is currently a student at South Forsyth High School. She plans to major in economics or public policy in college and attend law school. She hopes to have a national impact on public policy in the future.
Vanessa is a student at Columbine High School in Colorado who plans to pursue international relations or political science and economics in university to eventually attend law school.