Stories from the Alumni Movement!

While leading a waste management project, Saniya initially met resistance due to her assertive approach. She realized that effective change often requires both critical thinking and kindness. In her second Fellowship year, she focused on building relationships with teachers, which ultimately led to the project’s success. This experience taught her the power of empathy in fostering collaboration, reshaping her approach to leadership.

Saniya’s project became a community-wide success, showcasing the importance of balancing confidence with compassion. Now, she continues to emphasize that kindness is as crucial as knowledge, believing that respectful connections are the foundation for meaningful and lasting impact.