Global Youth Leadership Program Youth Ambassadors

Mission

Our heart-led mission is to get the younger generation actively involved in AIM for Seva’s awareness-building and fundraising efforts in order to keep Pujya Swami Dayananda Saraswati’s goals sustainable for the long term. We ensure AIM for Seva’s contact with the younger generation and help to shape the global leaders of the future.

Accomplishments

Since the start of our work on the GYLP Youth Alumni team in April 2020, we have planned and conducted events in order to raise money and awareness for AIM for Seva:

Meeting with GYLP Alumni
(May 2020)

We reconnected with former GYLP students (2017-2019) and encouraged their continued involvement in AIM for Seva.

Good Karma 5K Run/Walk
(June 2020)

We played a large role in promoting the event to the youth alumni. Alumni were offered service hours for registering 20 others for the event, which bolstered participation from alumni and their family and friends. The event raised an estimated $40,000 overall, and our team contributed an estimated $1,000.

AIM for Seva Concert
(August 2020)

We organized a virtual concert on Zoom and Facebook Live to raise awareness for AIM for Seva and to provide a platform for people to showcase their musical talent. Twenty acts participated, and the event raised $1,688.

Scholarship Fundraising
(October-November 2020)

We raised money for 55 scholarships to cover funding for four years of college.

Virtual GYLP
(January 2021)

We arranged a virtual GYLP “trip” on Zoom to interact with Manjakkudi students from 5th to 10th grade who GYLP alumni missed dearly. We started out with bhajans and then played games and reconnected with the students through reflections.

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Join the Team

Want to join a group of youth that are making a difference? We invite you to apply to be a part of the team.

To apply …

Join our Google Classroom using the code 2mlfbig.
Choose the assignment called “Youth Ambassador Application” using your personal email.
Submit the assignment for review.

Email gylpyagrp1@gmail.com with any questions.

Core Board Members

Eva Saramya

Hey! I’m Eva. I’m a junior in high school, and I live in Pennsylvania. I went on the GYLP trip in 2018-2019 and 2019-2020. My experience was not only memorable and enjoyable but truly life-changing. I learned so much, improved my leadership style/skills, and co-led and taught the most amazing children in Manjakuddi. Some of my interests include biology, chemistry, photography, cooking/baking, and medical research.

Diya Varma

Hi! My name is Diya. I’m a senior in high school, and I live in New York. I went on the 2019-2020 GYLP trip, and my experience definitely changed me for the better. The bonds that I created with the students in Manjakuddi are truly unforgettable, and as much as I taught them about English, math, and science, they taught me just as much about how to be more respectful and patient through their actions. A few of my interests include biology, music and photography.

Rushil Suresh

Hi, I’m Rushil. I’m a senior in high school, and I live in Virginia. I went on the GYLP trip in 2018-2019 and 2019-2020, and I love the kids there. GYLP has taught me so much as a person. The experience is surreal in the serene village of Manjakkudi, and being a part of this team is my permanent connection to the trip and AIM for Seva. Some of my interests include photography, aviation and psychology.

Sneha Anand

Hello, my name is Sneha, and I’m a junior in high school. I went on the 2019-2020 GYLP trip and had an amazing teaching and learning experience. GYLP taught me more about how to be a leader and exposed me to cultural aspects I never got to experience back home. I am grateful to AIM for Seva for giving me a platform in which to learn and leave a positive impact on these wonderful children. I like to sing, and I have an interest in biology and chemistry.

Ashika Mukund

Hi! I’m Ashika! I am a senior in high school, and I live in Plano, Texas. I went on the 2018-2019 GYLP trip. My experience in Manjakkudi left a profound impact on me. I gained important leadership skills from working with the students, and I am thankful to have been able to empower these students and make a positive contribution to their lives. I enjoy writing, keeping up with current events, and watching movies.

Tejas Karthik

Hey, I’m Tejas. I am a junior in high school, and I live in Toronto, Canada. I went on the 2019-2020 GYLP trip and had an amazing experience interacting with the students, staff and volunteers. I was able to check myself of the privilege I have and the impact that I could create in society. I am an avid artist who’s interested in biology, medicine, business, and the provision of accessibility to those who need it.

Contact

We welcome your comments and questions and would be happy to respond. Simply email gylpyagrp1@gmail.com.