I became involved in activist work at a young age when I began organizing gun safety rallies and student groups at my high school in Nashville, TN. I had always identified as a feminist and became passionate about advocacy work, which gave me opportunities to grow closer with my community and fight for change. Since moving to New England, I noticed the lack of student voter engagement, which led me to Maine Students Vote. I have worked with MSV for two years, which has allowed me to quickly connect with others and try to improve civic engagement and safety through my advocacy. Through voter registration drives, group trips to the polls, and gaining experience with testimony writing and participating in different coalitions, I have had incredible opportunities to work on changing a wide variety of issues that I'm passionate about. My leadership opportunities have strengthened my connections with those around me, and have further led my drive to make a difference.