I volunteer because I believe education, opportunity, and belonging should not be determined by a person’s language, background, income, or circumstances. Much of my service focuses on marginalized communities whose voices and experiences are too often overlooked, including multilingual and immigrant families, underserved students, and people impacted by incarceration. Whether I am teaching, editing, mentoring, advocating, or simply showing up to serve, my goal is to help create spaces where people feel seen, valued, and empowered. For me, volunteering is not just about giving back, it is about using my time, skills, and education to help expand access and amplify voices that deserve to be heard.
Volunteer by teaching engaging, hands-on STEM lessons to K–12 students as part of USC’s annual community service initiative
Support education and advocacy efforts focused on understanding the experiences of people impacted by life-without-parole sentences.
Volunteer as an editor, helping incarcerated writers refine and prepare their writing for publication and broader audiences.
Support educational opportunities and resources designed to expand access to learning for incarcerated students.
Support local families affected by cancer through holiday giving and community assistance efforts.
Contribute to educator leadership, equity initiatives, and efforts that strengthen opportunities for students and educators across California.
Support immigrant and multilingual communities through education, including English-language learning, literacy, newcomer-family resources, and community connections.
Support documentary development through research, storytelling, and production efforts that amplify the voices and experiences of incarcerated writers.