
Hi guys! My name's Ria Shivam. I'm the founder and CEO of Packet of Life. I started my mission in India, my home country, when I was struck by the heaviness of the water crisis. I strived to find a solution, thinking of innovative ways to solve the root problem, spending months in a lab to develop the Alum Packet.
I also made a system of ambassadors. Together, we create clubs, spread awareness, and fundraise for the packet. We also work to replace hurtful technology with more water conservative options, not only aiding those in need right now, but preventing more from struggling with the water crisis.

Dr. Maharaj connected with Packet of Life at the Global Youth Institute in Iowa, after hearing about the AI model idea from Ria Shivam at the student roundtable. He is an educator located in Texas and the Director of Education of Moonflower Farms, a hydroponic sustainability company. He attends all of Packet of Life's monthly meetings and verifies all the work that Packet of Life does.

Shruthi Kumaran is a student from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. She is the head of our International Branch of Fundraising and Water Distribution, requiring her to works closely with Packet of Life’s established partners. She also oversees outreach to prospective partners and donors from all around the globe: four countries utilize her as the main point of contact.

Viraaj Sood is a student in New York City. In his role as Head of Governance and Policy Development, he works directly with higher-level government officials and institutions. He also develops long-term policy partnerships and endorsements. Finally, he guides ambassadors engaged in policy and governance initiatives.

Emma Kapon is a student from North Carolina. As the domestic branch head, Emma works on outreach to prospective partners and donors within the United States, and coordinates large-scale fundraising and distribution strategies.

Ashley is a high school student from North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics in Durham. As Head of Local Awareness and Community Building, Ashley manages Packet of Life’s Instagram account and posting schedule. She also oversees content creation, branding consistency, and outreach strategy. And finally, and perhaps most importantly, she supports chapter growth and ambassador-led awareness initiatives.

Sahasra Tavva is a high school student in the United States. As the Head of Ambassador Coordination, she serves as an executive lead for the ambassador program, a community of fifteen plus members. She ensures departmental tasks are executed effectively and consistently, and acts as a liaison between ambassadors and the Packet of Life leadership team

Louisa Wood is a student from the United States. As the Head of Research and Impact Strategy, she tracks the impact of Packet of Life’s programs and distributions. She also develops reports, data summaries, and impact narratives sent to our partners, supporting PoL's growth. Finally, she backs evidence-based expansion and future initiatives.

Rajeev is a high schooler from Panipat, Haryana, India. While his primary strength lies in community engagement and awareness work, he is also interested in learning how communication and outreach contribute to ethical fundraising and effective water distribution efforts. He is a part of the Governance and Policy Development team.

Jigna is 16, and she's in 12th grade. She lives in Telangana, India and is one of our international ambassadors. In this upcoming year she's working to use signature events to make real legislative change in India, helping solve the water crisis. She is a part of our Fundraising and Water Distribution team.

Jake Mao is a high schooler in NYC. Jake would love to partner with government officials and local organizations to help target and service the communities that require Alum kits for clean drinking water, and is excited to utilize fundraisers and events to promote our cause. He is a part of our Fundraising and Water Distribution team as well as our Governance and Policy team.

Alma Adi is a high school student interested in how scarcity can be combatted through social change. She is a part of our Fundraising and Water Distribution team.

Gloria is a high schooler, and lives in North Carolina. She can't wait to present to her class and spread awareness on social media. She is a part of our Local Awareness and Community Building Team.

Aaryav Tagra is a student in Faridabad, Haryana, India. He is a part of the Fundraising and Water Distribution team and the Local Awareness and Community Building team.

Suhana lives in NYC, and attends Nest+M. She can't wait to work on distributing packets by sending them to India, and also wants to build a club in her school, so more people can learn about this issue. She is a part of our Governance and Policy Team.

Tasnia is from Bangladesh, but now lives in New York City. She's excited to present presentations to her school and her class, and also help lead a club in her school. She is a part of our Local Awareness and Community Building as well as Fundraising and Water Distribution team.

Jaden Kang is a high school student from Canada. He is excited to take part in Packet of Life's goals to aid water scarcity globally, and is a part of the Governance and Policy team.
Sathvika is a high school student from California. She is most passionate about saving the environment through water conservation, and due to this, is excited to bring curriculum about this topic to her class to make a change. She is a part of our Governance and Policy team, as well as our Fundraising and Water Distribution team.
Makayla wants to help educate others in her community. She's from Minnesota, in the United States. She's looking forward to establishing a club in her school and promoting Packet of Life. She is a part of our Local Awareness and Community Building team.
Mayesha lives in Bangladesh. Packet of Life’s mission resonates deeply with her because it aligns with her personal values and aspirations. She believes in the power of collective efforts to create meaningful change, and is working on our social media as well as establishing a club. She is a part of our Local Awareness and Community Building Team.
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