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LEADERSHIP TEAM
PRANJAL JAIN
She / Her
FOUNDER
New York City
My name is Pranjal Jain and I’m an 19-year-old social justice organizer and activist. As a former undocumented immigrant, first-generation student, woman, and Indian-American, my personal experiences translated into my advocacy for women’s rights and self-empowerment. I first started organizing around bullying-prevention when I was 12 years old, holding workshops, and serving as a peer educator. Since then, I have organized numerous social justice rallies and events, created curriculum centered around woman’s issues, joined Brown Girl Magazine’s team as a writer for their politics/social justice section, and serve as Associate Director or Gen Z Girl Gang.
Seeking powerful women that look like me, I ventured to Jaipur, my birth city, and listened to the stories of women from all walks of life. Their stories showed me that I come from a lineage of powerful women. I’m the founder of Global Girlhood, an organization dedicated to empowering women globally through storytelling and the use of social media. I hope the stories Global Girlhood shares, ignites a revolution where women globally celebrate and spark each other’s power. She is a freshman at Cornell University and continues to use her voice to create change.
ANGELICA LORA
She / Her
Web and Interaction Design Lead
Santo Domingo, DR
I’m Angelica, a designer, illustrator, and food enthusiast living in the Dominican Republic. I’m a highly creative and multidisciplinary designer that is passionate about high-quality visual content. I love everything about creating compelling and beautiful things. I have a Bachelor in Architecture but I’ve decided that I want to make more things with my life and right now I’m working as a graphic designer and illustrator. Also, one of my passions is to design videogames (this is where architecture comes in) since I love crafting digital spaces. I spend my free time reading, playing videogames, practicing photography skills and hanging out with my cats.
FATIMATA CHAM
She / Her
Advancements Lead
New York
Originally from the Bronx, New York, Fatimata now lives in Easton, PA as a second-year student attending Lafayette College. Her activism journey began in 2015 at her boarding school in Northern, New Hampshire. She noticed that there was a missing puzzle piece in the conversation revolving around equity and education. She began to lead discussions at her school about diversity and inclusion. She later became a teen advisor to the United Nations Foundation Girl Up and later began to advocate for gender equality around the globe. Fatimata scaled up her work and later became a published poet to the book Perfectly Imperfect. Furthermore, she founded muslimsmatter to help spread awareness about the issues Muslims are facing around the globe.
GRACE SCHLECK
She / They
Director of Operations
New York City
I am a queer 20-year-old student, photographer, and organizer based in New York and New Jersey (Lenape Land). I currently attend Barnard College | Columbia University and International Center of Photography--interests ranging film and digital photography, impact architecture, public health, public speaking, and community engagement. I am a founding leader and former Director of Operations of Global Girlhood, a primarily Gen Z, women and femme-led community that aims to inspire storytelling. In my free time, you can find me photographing people I love, playing music on a freeform radio show BAND~AID, dyeing my hair purple, and exploring NYC.
KIRTANA KRISHNAKUMAR
She / Her
Editorial Operations
Atlanta, Georgia
My name is Kirtana Krishnakumar, and I’m a freshman studying Quantitative Social Sciences at University College London. I’m a researcher at heart, willing to pursue any rabbit hole, but most interested in equitable education reform and foreign policy. I find that individual voices get lost in analysts’ graphs, preventing a more complete understanding of global issues. That’s why Global Girlhood excites me; we explore social issues on a micro level, giving importance to each story. Moreover, we aim to link women across the world, encouraging us to not just read, write, and think, but also connect. Can’t wait to expand our GGH community, forge friendships, and tackle issues together—with the diverse women behind the numbers!
RACHEL PEREZ
She / Her
Recruiting Coordinator
New York, NY
My name is Rachel, and I'm originally from Orlando! I am a recent graduate of New York University, and I hold a BFA in Drama with a double minor in Producing and Spanish. I am a fervent believer in the power of art and its ability to enact change in this world, no matter the medium. I am incredibly excited to be working with an organization whose mission is to inspire storytelling and representation for marginalized communities while also connecting people & forming intercultural dialogues. When I'm not working on a play or short film, I can be found working on my photography skills, watching documentaries, or checking out museums (albeit virtually right now)!
RADHIKA KALANI
She / Her
Director of Outreach
New York City
My name is Radhika Kalani and I am a 22-year old Indian-American leader, innovator, and analyst. I am the Director of Outreach for Global Girlhood and an incoming product manager at a renowned finance firm. I graduated from Baruch College with a degree in data analytics. In my spare time, I manage my personal food blog (@_radeats_).
SHARAFUNNISA EBRAMSHA
She / Her
Features Editor
Malaysia
My name is Shara, and I'm a Financial Analyst at IBM. I graduated BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a dual degree at Asia Pacific University. I have a high passion for advocating women's rights and a true believer in gender equality. And, I am glad to work my passion through GGH. In my spare time, I like to write content such as articles and poems on my blog as well as reading non-fiction books. I try to use my voice in words by publishing in Online Magazines too. I am currently a part-time emcee hosting various types of events in 3 different languages and have been honored as the Best Student Emcee in the university days.
SOHO CHO
She / Her
Graphic Designer
Seoul, South Korea
Hi there! I'm Soho Cho, and I am a student at the University of Arizona majoring in Public Health with my emphasis on studies in epidemiology. Having a passion for advocating for the Korean American community, my experiences from my own unique identity translated into advocating for: healthcare reform, racial justice, gender equality, and the US-Korea Alliance. I love creating beautiful, aesthetic, art whether the medium ranges from digital art to traditional painting. I enjoy bullet journaling, chai tea lattes, matcha ice cream, and film photography.
SOPHI SHOTLIFF
She / Her
Multimedia Editor
Bangkok, Thailand
My name is Sophi. I am a 15-year-old student in Bangkok, Thailand. I am passionate about women's rights and environmental conservation. I joined Global Girlhood because of its unique demographic of Gen Z women that all share the goal of equal representation in the media and I instantly knew that GGH was something that I wanted to be a part of. I have always been passionate about storytelling and GGH provides the perfect opportunity for telling the stories of those who are often overlooked and pushed aside.
YASMEEN METELLUS
She / Her
Partnerships Coordinator
Pembroke Pines, Florida
Yasmeen is a 22-year-old from Pembroke Pines, Florida. Recently, she graduated from Columbia University with a BA in Political Science. She is the partnerships coordinator for Global Girlhood, and she is a strategy analyst at a top management consulting firm. In her free time, she serves as the Miami Fellow for Ignite National, an organization focused on encouraging women to run for office. She is passionate about voter education, diversity, and community engagement. In her free time, she enjoys yoga, meditation, and her extensive book collection.
PEOPLE WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO GLOBAL GIRLHOOD
AASHNA KAUR
She / Her
Director of Social Media
Long Island, NYC
Aashna is a senior at Cornell University studying neuroscience and health care policy. She is determined to use her knowledge to push for health care reform in the United States. Besides being an advocate for equitable health care, she is an activist for racial justice and gender equality, among other social issues! Random fact about her and perhaps an unpopular opinion- her favorite Marvel character is Loki.
AMANDA DEJESUS
She / Her
Editorial and Curriculum Developer
New York City
My name is Amanda DeJesus and I am the Editorial and Curriculum Developer at Global Girlhood. I am a sophomore at Seton Hall University studying journalism and political science. I really loved connecting with phenomenal women and sharing their stories through Global Girlhood.
CHARUSMITA MADAN
She / Her
Event Planning Lead
New York City
I am Charu, currently a PM for Bank of America. I recently graduated from Queens College'19, in New York - which is also the place I call home. I am a strong advocate for women and minorities in STEM, alongside mental health. In the past, I have had the opportunity to lead events, within the tech space and beyond. Fun fact: I love traveling with friends and family, trying out new cuisines, and learning about different cultures.
CHLOE MOORE
She / Her
Investigative Reporter
Ithaca, New York
Chloe Moore is a writer, creative, and organizer from Central New York. She works in gun violence prevention and reproductive justice with March For Our Lives and Planned Parenthood respectively. Her writing focuses on the intersection of gender with other issues, and she’s passionate about using new platforms and mediums as vehicles for social change. When she’s not working, Chloe likes playing with, talking about, and spending time with her dogs.
GABBY AGUSTIN
She / Her
Design and Analytics Lead
Los Angeles, CA
Gabby Agustin was Global Girlhood’s Design + Analytics Lead. She is a storyteller and creative based in Southern California, studying Communication at UCLA. Through photography, design, and social media, she hopes to shed light on vital issues happening in her community as a young Filipina immigrant. Outside of work, Gabby enjoys reading books, listening to podcasts, and watching Gilmore Girls.
IMXN ABDUL
She / Her
Partnerships and Engagement Lead
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NYC
Imxn Abdul is a social justice ‘artivist’ that works around the pressing issue of public school segregation in NYC. She's a founding member of a youth-led organization, IntegrateNYC, has led workshops at Columbia University, Harvard University, and the United Nations; and much more. Currently, Imxn is exploring a way to infuse urban/sneaker culture with youth advocacy & politics. She plans to inspire young people to take action while wearing what represents them and makes them feel powerful.
ISLA DRIVER
She / Her
Outreach Intern
Brooklyn, NY
Isla is a recent University graduate, holding her Bachelor’s in Communications. She has a really strong passion for women, BIPOC, and animal rights. She really enjoys researching and sharing pieces across all platforms that help elevate the stories of often overlooked communities. She strongly believes that intercultural communication and cultural exchange is an essential part of becoming a Global Citizen, which will make for a better world.
LIELA HAFEZ
She / Her
Content Creation Intern
Brooklyn, NY
I am a senior at Queens College studying towards a Design BFA. I love reading and hearing about people’s stories and experiences. I particularly found an interest in using my skills in animation to share the personal experience of others with the world. The first woman artist I looked up to was Marjane Satrapi. Her graphic novel and animated film Persepolis is just one of my favorites. In my free time, I like to meet up with a couple of friends and go bike riding around NYC, and vibe to all different genres of music. I am a casual painter and I always catch myself staring at different materials and objects that look interesting. I want to be involved with companies that support diversity and want to help POC to be represented and be equally involved and excelling in the Artistic World.
SAHITI KOVVURI
She / Her
Director of Events
Queens, NYC
Hi there! My name is Sahiti Kovvuri. I am a student at Baruch College studying Data Analytics and Cultural Anthropology. I am interested in learning about the South Asian Diaspora through storytelling, as well as learning about how I can highlight POC narratives in film!. Growing up, I have always been in awe of youth founded non-profits and the power that lies in sharing resources and collaborating with communities around us! During my free time, I really enjoy reading poetry, spending time with my dog, and dancing competitively with my college dance team!
VIENNA SPARKS
She / Her
Social Media Manager
Bangkok, Thailand
Vienna Sparks is a student activist who is currently living in Bangkok, Thailand. She is extremely passionate about advocating for social change, especially regarding gender-based violence and creating more inclusive educational platforms. She is the Founder of SENIA Youth International, a global student-led nonprofit dedicated to advocating and providing resources for differently-abled people through inclusion. She is also extremely involved with the Friday’s For Future movement and has organized several strikes in Bangkok! In the future, Vienna hopes to continue her love for social justice and STEM by pursuing a career in public policy and biochemical engineering.