The first time my robot moved, it lurched forward in uneven bursts, its wheels catching across the floor. My six-year-old self was amazed how powerful it felt to turn an idea into something real. That moment sparked my curiosity about technology, but more importantly, it set me on a path toward understanding how innovation can shape people’s lives. I am a student driven by a curiosity about how systems (technological, social, and political) shape opportunity. Whether I am building a robot, researching healthcare solutions, or working in my community, I am drawn to spaces where I can create impact. That curiosity grew through robotics, where I led my all-girls team to the Virginia State Championships. Beyond competition, what mattered most was building a collaborative, inclusive environment where every teammate felt confident contributing ideas. This showed me that innovation is strongest when diverse perspectives are included, and that leadership is about creating space for others to succeed. My interest in applying technology to real-world challenges led me to research at Boston Children’s Hospital, where I developed an AI-based tool to expand access to care for children with eating disorders. There, I saw how access to treatment often depended on a family’s resources, with long waitlists and limited specialists leaving some patients without care. That experience shaped my interest in technology and ethics and taught me that building effective solutions requires technical skill and a deep awareness of fairness. Beyond STEM, I have focused on expanding access to opportunities. As a competitive golfer, I became aware of the financial barriers that limit participation in the sport. Serving on the LPGA*USGA Girls Golf eLeader Board of Directors and Peggy Kirk Bell Girls Golf Tour Player Council, I led initiatives to raise funds to support junior golfers from low-income families. Through this work, I saw how community-driven efforts can open doors that might otherwise remain closed. I also explored the role of policy through my internship with U.S. Senator Andy Kim, where I saw how decisions about technology, healthcare, and data privacy directly affect communities. This internship reinforced my goal to study government, computer science, and ethics in college, and to ensure that emerging technologies like AI are developed responsibly. If I could start my own charity, it would focus on expanding access to STEM education for girls from underserved communities. My mission would be to ensure that no student is excluded from exploring technology due to lack of resources or support. Through hands-on workshops, mentorship, and access to equipment, the organization would help students build both skills and confidence. Volunteers would lead interactive lessons, mentor younger students, and create engaging projects that make STEM accessible. I would also incorporate financial and digital literacy, recognizing that access to opportunity is shaped by both knowledge and resources. Across my experiences, I have seen how access to education, healthcare, and technology can define opportunity. I hope to continue building systems that expand that access, ensuring that more people have the chance to turn their ideas into something real.