Maira Elahi

Maira Elahi is a high school senior, student researcher, novelist, and advocate, dedicated to using technology, policy, and advocacy to serve her community. She has initiated various personal endeavors, namely establishing her own startup, working on app development, partnering with multiple organizations and academic institutions to research how emerging technology can assist disadvantaged groups, and spearheading a team in her city to educate students on the intersection of social change and youth. Her unwavering commitment to innovating responsibly with our best collective humane interests and involving youth in high-level decision-making processes motivates and encourages her on a daily basis.