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Turning Data into Actionable Solutions “Data shows the facts, but it’s our interpretation that drives change.” When I was in elementary school, I met barefoot children in a rural village in the Philippines. That moment reshaped my life. I realized that what seems “normal” is not granted to everyone, and this awakening led me to explore structural issues like inequality, climate crisis, and educational divides . Since then, I have continued service work, international engageme

Small Wings, Big Impact Led smart beekeeping research at BeeVive.org to tackle the climate-agriculture crisis. Combined data analytics and field work to design sustainable solutions, then brought science to the public through an exhibition and campaign engaging 500+ participants. Highlights: UN SDGs Youth Research – Smart Beekeeping Solutions for Biodiversity 500+ Citizens Engaged in Public Science Campaigns Advocacy for Pollinator Protection in Climate Policy Co-founded B

Tech-Driven Social Innovation & Creative Solutions I believe that true innovation begins when technology is paired with empathy. By redefining problems from new perspectives, I have designed solutions that aim to expand social inclusion and sustainability. Projects such as “Wise Closet,” a sustainable fashion platform that transforms used clothes into environmental points, a customized tutoring model for students with disabilities , and “Convo,” a two-way sign-language tran

From Voice to Change: My Journey as a UN DGC Youth Representative I believe true change begins with action that bridges voices across borders.In January 2025, I was honored to be officially selected as the only high school student from Korea to serve as a Youth Representative to the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC) . Recognized as a “creative changemaker”, I received an annual UN Headquarters access pass and opportunities to present youth perspectives at briefing

Small Steps, Lasting Change 150+ hours of volunteer service—from producing audiobooks for the visually impaired to tutoring refugee children and serving the homeless. Focused on listening first, acting with empathy . Highlights: Minister’s Commendation – Youth & Sports Ministry (S. Sudan) International commendation by South Sudan's Ministry of Youth & Sports, based on long-term dedication to the UN SDGs;Selected by a UN Economic & Social Council Special Consultative Status NG

Drawing as My Truest Language Digital drawing and animation have always been the most delicate language of my inner self. Since childhood, I have expressed emotions and stories through illustrations, reinterpreting the world with my own lens and sense of immersion. Art has also been my bridge to empathy. Through creative commissions, I donated more than $1,000 to the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) , connecting imagination with giving. While some of my works reached tens of thousan