“Help Us Build the Next Generation of Leaders, Dreamers, and Doers.”

FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Ria Arun, a driven middle schooler, is working to ensure that younger students have the resources and support they need to succeed in school and beyond. As part of the Illinois Girls Lead Program, she has contributed to conversations with state representatives about creating policies that benefit students of all backgrounds. She also supports her community through her involvement with Mission:MathMinds, helping organize book drives, local events, and other initiatives that expand access to learning. This December, Ria will have the opportunity to sing at Carnegie Hall, a reflection of the many ways young people can lead, serve, and inspire.

MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ruby Arun is a dynamic leader and education reform advocate, serving on the Board of Directors at The Dignity Shift. She is the founder and CEO of Mission:MathMinds, a global nonprofit combatting math anxiety and empowering over 19,000 girls in STEM, generating $1.6M in impact through partnerships with the UN and Goldman Sachs. A Coca-Cola Scholar and published AI researcher at Stanford and Yale, Ruby has ranked nationally in math, led her school’s BPA chapter, and earned top international vocal honors with four Carnegie Hall performances. She is currently pursuing policy and service fellowships at Harvard and will attend Harvard University, concentrating in Applied Math (Economics, Computer Science) and Government.