I am passionate about advocating and helping those with disabilities and those that are less fortunate than myself. My younger sister has Down syndrome and it has given me so much joy and fulfillment working to support her and others like her. Also, I have a long-standing passion for the sciences and medicine and currently am a Phlebotomist and look forward to becoming a EMT this summer. Finally, I am passionate about the Spanish language as I think language has the power to unite so many people and spread the importance of learning about new cultures. I hope to become a developmental pediatrician in the US and work primarily with people with Down syndrome that do not speak English to bring medicine and research into one of the most marginalized and least advocated for groups of people in the country. Further marrying my passions together, I am beyond excited to embark on this journey with VAW and see the world and help others through a lens I have never experienced before!