CO-PRESIDENT
Gouri Kallambella
My name is Gouri Kallambella, and I am a senior majoring in Biological sciences with a concentration in Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience. As a pre-med with a passion for health equality around the world, and a specific interest in healthcare for rural communities, I’ve had eye opening experiences of the disparities in access to basic resources. My passion for promoting access to clean water and sanitation is also deeply personal. Growing up as a person of Indian origin, I witnessed family members and communities in India struggle with these challenges firsthand during my visits. These experiences deeply impacted me, and opened my eyes to the urgent need for sustainable solutions. By focusing on advocacy and action, I’m dedicated to creating meaningful change that addresses these inequities and builds healthier futures.
CO-PRESIDENT
Asmi Palakodeti
My name is Asmi Palakodeti, and I am a junior majoring in microbiology pre-med student at NC State. My interests lie in advocacy and support for underserved populations as well as sustainability. I have long been an active member of my local community and I now hope to reach those facing clean water shortages internationally with the rest of the HHI team.
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Nish Mathur
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Leah Short
My name is Leah Short, and I am a senior at NC State University, majoring in Human Biology with a minor in Business Administration. As a pre-med student, I am passionate about healthcare and dedicated to serving my community. My connection to Trinidad and Tobago, where my mother’s family is from, has deeply influenced my aspirations. The region faces significant water contamination issues, including high mercury levels and toxic runoff, which impact public health. I am driven to make a difference in communities facing such challenges, which is why I became involved with HHI, to contribute to improving access to clean water and promoting wellness.
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Laalana Yerradoddi
My name is Laalana, and I am a senior majoring in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Integrative Physiology and Neurobiology at NC State. I hope to attend medical school and pursue a career as a neurologist. I’m passionate about addressing global health issues, particularly the water crisis and its far-reaching effects on communities. As a person of Indian origin, this issue is near and dear to my heart. I’ve witnessed many regions that have a lack of access to clean water and its detrimental effects. As a board member of the Healthy Hands Initiative, I’m excited to raise awareness about access to clean water and sanitation, through organizing events and collaborating with fellow students.
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Priyanka Iyer
My name is Priyanka Iyer and I am currently a senior at NC State majoring in biochemistry and biological sciences with a concentration in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology. I have an interest in going into clinical research related to women’s health, especially on research to improve health in minority women. I was born and brought up in the United States, but I always went to India to visit my family. Every visit, I always felt that access to clean water was something that could benefit many individuals, including my family. I hope to bring clean water to them and many others across the world through HHI!
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Aleena Mughal
My name is Aleena Mughal, and I’m a junior majoring in Human Biology on the pre-dental track at NCSU. I was born and raised in Portland, Oregon, but my family is from Pakistan, and I was taught the importance and value of clean water, and how much of a direct impact not having such amenities can have on a community. My parents also emphasized the necessity of always giving back, which is something Healthy Hands provides a space for. I joined HHI to expand on this on an international level, and try to help as many rural communities as possible. I look forward to the work we will do as team in the future!
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