When I beginning my PhD at Heriot-Watt, I took the initiative to engage with social and community groups. In these roles, I organised community events, built and managed social media communities, attended union meetings, and represented the student body on key issues. Roles I undertook include the following:

• School of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS) PGR Representative
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity (EDI) Committee Panel
• Institute of Biology, Biophysics, and Biological Chemistry (IB3) PGR Representative
• Post-graduates of IB3 Society (PoBBBs) PGR representative

During my undergraduate degree at Carleton University, I engaged in various social societies that involved social media presence, organising social events, attending panel meetings, and public speaking. Roles I undertook include the following:

• EDI Biology Panel
• Carleton University Biology Society (CUBS)
• Carleton International Internship Ambassador

Embarked on a journey to Guatemala to contribute to the construction of roads and homes and engage with
children in an economically disadvantaged community.

Created a social club for students to spend lunchtimes with a group of differently-abled and autistic students by
talking, playing games, baking, and planning engaging activities.

Volunteered at the local public library, assisting with restocking shelves, returning books, and ensuring the
library space remained organised and accessible for patrons.