Founder

Srivastav Annapragada serves as Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a curious individual who seeks success with a preeminent amount of efficiency. He is a freshman at Adlai E Stevenson High School and is vehement for the recreational and competitive pursuits of different activities. He has accomplished many daring accolades which notably involves an attainment of peak USCF rating 1260 and peak Tennis UTR ( Universal Tennis Rating )-7.01. Srivastav had a victorious achievement when he earned the finalist trophy for the middle school section in the Peoria State Tournament. He also notably won $500 for 2nd place in a Westin Tournament. Srivastav played many local/district tournaments for tennis including many impressive state tournaments and has a milestone of 45+ trophies. He is also shown mastery in Martial Arts with a black belt from White Tiger Taekwondo. He is looking forward to competing for high school varsity tennis, chess team for Stevenson High School and aspirations of learning new things.

Co-Founder

Shaurya Das, an ambitious freshman at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, serves as Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a dedicated student who defines himself by his creativity and his drive to succeed through finding efficient methods overcoming obstacles. As Shaurya works towards a successful future, his lifelong goal is to contribute something major to the wellbeing of mankind such that he is remembered by it. Giving to the world is a value he holds dearly.

Shaurya's creative side is reflected in his musical talent and artistic skills. He has shown proficiency in art since an early age and has been formerly enrolled in a class to enhance his skills. He has also always had an ear for music; he has taken piano lessons since the age of eight and has since expanded his musical ability further in fields such as music production, which he is currently pursuing at Stevenson.

As a student, Shaurya has always been liked by his teachers, who are fond of his helpful nature and determination to grow. He has managed fantastic grades ever since elementary level and plans to continue doing so throughout his high school career. He is currently an active participant in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Model United Nations (MUN), Key Club, and Mock Trial clubs at Stevenson and intends to achieve leadership positions in each over the course of the following years.

Co-Founder

Srimedha (Medha) Veerathu serves as a Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. She is a freshman at Adlai Stevenson High School and possesses a passion for science, tennis, programming, and volunteering. Her illustrious science career is marked with admirable titles, including clinching the 6th and 3rd positions as a team in the National Science Olympiad tournament during her 7th and 8th grade year at Daniel Wright Junior High School. She also prevailed and achieved several 1st place finishes in the Illinois State tournament and inter-school tournaments in Anatomy and Physiology, Food Science, Bio Process Lab, Experimental Design, and Chemistry events. Medha's athletic prowess is equally impressive. She is ranked 2nd singles on the Stevenson Girls Varsity tennis team with a 21-3 record and had a recent triumph at the New Trier school tennis invite, along with securing second place in the North Suburban Conference tournament. Alongside this, she truly embodies altruism, regularly volunteering at Vernon Area Public Library and non-profit organizations such as Feed My Starving Children. Overall, Medha shows ardent interest in science, tennis, coding, and contributing to her community.

Co-Founder

Sriniket Nuthalapati, a passionate English language enthusiast, currently holds the role of Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. A dedicated freshman at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, Sriniket's fervor lies in the world of spelling. He boasts an impressive track record with numerous awards in spelling bees hosted by the North South Foundation, earning invitations to Nationals on multiple occasions. Furthermore, he has excelled in competitions organized by various other institutions. Sriniket's spelling journey began at a young age, participating in spelling bees at the school, county, region, and state levels. Notably, he achieved third place in the 2023 Georgia State Spelling Bee. Although his 8th-grade year marked the end of his official spelling bee participation, Sriniket is determined to continue his linguistic journey through high school by imparting his knowledge to young enthusiasts. Beyond spelling, Sriniket finds joy in activities such as Taekwondo, where he earned his black belt in 2022, and playing badminton. He also actively contributes to volunteering efforts at academic competitions and various events.

Co-Founder

Himang Sharma serves as a Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a freshman at Adlai Stevenson, and a part of the school's Improv Troupe, the Failed Presidential Candidates.

In his school career , he has been a recurring leading cast member for his Middle and Jr. High School plays, and sold his parts brilliantly.

He is equally an academician - a member of his Jr High school's Scholastic Bowl team, and advanced to the Sectionals tournament, placing second.

He is an avid reader, and enjoys a touch of writing. His life goes by with the turning of pages, blank ones springing up, full of words. . At Stevenson he participates in Model UN and Law/Mock Trial clubs with the ambition to get ready to conquer the world.

In addition to language arts, science is a huge part of his life. His passion for not only the experimentation, but the numbers and figures involved is shown through his attitude - trying to find simple ways to solve complex problems.

In addition to being an academician, he has participated in many community volunteering events. He is a wonderful empathetic brother to a special needs sister and thinks about the enriching the lives of the kids around the world.

Founder

Srivastav Annapragada serves as Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a curious individual who seeks success with a preeminent amount of efficiency. He is a freshman at Adlai E Stevenson High School and is vehement for the recreational and competitive pursuits of different activities. He has accomplished many daring accolades which notably involves an attainment of peak USCF rating 1260 and peak Tennis UTR ( Universal Tennis Rating )-7.01. Srivastav had a victorious achievement when he earned the finalist trophy for the middle school section in the Peoria State Tournament. He also notably won $500 for 2nd place in a Westin Tournament. Srivastav played many local/district tournaments for tennis including many impressive state tournaments and has a milestone of 45+ trophies. He is also shown mastery in Martial Arts with a black belt from White Tiger Taekwondo. He is looking forward to competing for high school varsity tennis, chess team for Stevenson High School and aspirations of learning new things.

Co-Founder

Shaurya Das, an ambitious freshman at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, serves as Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a dedicated student who defines himself by his creativity and his drive to succeed through finding efficient methods overcoming obstacles. As Shaurya works towards a successful future, his lifelong goal is to contribute something major to the wellbeing of mankind such that he is remembered by it. Giving to the world is a value he holds dearly.

Shaurya's creative side is reflected in his musical talent and artistic skills. He has shown proficiency in art since an early age and has been formerly enrolled in a class to enhance his skills. He has also always had an ear for music; he has taken piano lessons since the age of eight and has since expanded his musical ability further in fields such as music production, which he is currently pursuing at Stevenson.

As a student, Shaurya has always been liked by his teachers, who are fond of his helpful nature and determination to grow. He has managed fantastic grades ever since elementary level and plans to continue doing so throughout his high school career. He is currently an active participant in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Model United Nations (MUN), Key Club, and Mock Trial clubs at Stevenson and intends to achieve leadership positions in each over the course of the following years.

Co-Founder

Srimedha (Medha) Veerathu serves as a Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. She is a freshman at Adlai Stevenson High School and possesses a passion for science, tennis, programming, and volunteering. Her illustrious science career is marked with admirable titles, including clinching the 6th and 3rd positions as a team in the National Science Olympiad tournament during her 7th and 8th grade year at Daniel Wright Junior High School. She also prevailed and achieved several 1st place finishes in the Illinois State tournament and inter-school tournaments in Anatomy and Physiology, Food Science, Bio Process Lab, Experimental Design, and Chemistry events. Medha's athletic prowess is equally impressive. She is ranked 2nd singles on the Stevenson Girls Varsity tennis team with a 21-3 record and had a recent triumph at the New Trier school tennis invite, along with securing second place in the North Suburban Conference tournament. Alongside this, she truly embodies altruism, regularly volunteering at Vernon Area Public Library and non-profit organizations such as Feed My Starving Children. Overall, Medha shows ardent interest in science, tennis, coding, and contributing to her community.

Co-Founder

Sriniket Nuthalapati, a passionate English language enthusiast, currently holds the role of Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. A dedicated freshman at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, Sriniket's fervor lies in the world of spelling. He boasts an impressive track record with numerous awards in spelling bees hosted by the North South Foundation, earning invitations to Nationals on multiple occasions. Furthermore, he has excelled in competitions organized by various other institutions. Sriniket's spelling journey began at a young age, participating in spelling bees at the school, county, region, and state levels. Notably, he achieved third place in the 2023 Georgia State Spelling Bee. Although his 8th-grade year marked the end of his official spelling bee participation, Sriniket is determined to continue his linguistic journey through high school by imparting his knowledge to young enthusiasts. Beyond spelling, Sriniket finds joy in activities such as Taekwondo, where he earned his black belt in 2022, and playing badminton. He also actively contributes to volunteering efforts at academic competitions and various events.

Co-Founder

Himang Sharma serves as a Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a freshman at Adlai Stevenson, and a part of the school's Improv Troupe, the Failed Presidential Candidates.

In his school career , he has been a recurring leading cast member for his Middle and Jr. High School plays, and sold his parts brilliantly.

He is equally an academician - a member of his Jr High school's Scholastic Bowl team, and advanced to the Sectionals tournament, placing second.

He is an avid reader, and enjoys a touch of writing. His life goes by with the turning of pages, blank ones springing up, full of words. . At Stevenson he participates in Model UN and Law/Mock Trial clubs with the ambition to get ready to conquer the world.

In addition to language arts, science is a huge part of his life. His passion for not only the experimentation, but the numbers and figures involved is shown through his attitude - trying to find simple ways to solve complex problems.

In addition to being an academician, he has participated in many community volunteering events. He is a wonderful empathetic brother to a special needs sister and thinks about the enriching the lives of the kids around the world.

Founder

Srivastav Annapragada serves as Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a curious individual who seeks success with a preeminent amount of efficiency. He is a freshman at Adlai E Stevenson High School and is vehement for the recreational and competitive pursuits of different activities. He has accomplished many daring accolades which notably involves an attainment of peak USCF rating 1260 and peak Tennis UTR ( Universal Tennis Rating )-7.01. Srivastav had a victorious achievement when he earned the finalist trophy for the middle school section in the Peoria State Tournament. He also notably won $500 for 2nd place in a Westin Tournament. Srivastav played many local/district tournaments for tennis including many impressive state tournaments and has a milestone of 45+ trophies. He is also shown mastery in Martial Arts with a black belt from White Tiger Taekwondo. He is looking forward to competing for high school varsity tennis, chess team for Stevenson High School and aspirations of learning new things.

Co-Founder

Shaurya Das, an ambitious freshman at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, serves as Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a dedicated student who defines himself by his creativity and his drive to succeed through finding efficient methods overcoming obstacles. As Shaurya works towards a successful future, his lifelong goal is to contribute something major to the wellbeing of mankind such that he is remembered by it. Giving to the world is a value he holds dearly.

Shaurya's creative side is reflected in his musical talent and artistic skills. He has shown proficiency in art since an early age and has been formerly enrolled in a class to enhance his skills. He has also always had an ear for music; he has taken piano lessons since the age of eight and has since expanded his musical ability further in fields such as music production, which he is currently pursuing at Stevenson.

As a student, Shaurya has always been liked by his teachers, who are fond of his helpful nature and determination to grow. He has managed fantastic grades ever since elementary level and plans to continue doing so throughout his high school career. He is currently an active participant in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Model United Nations (MUN), Key Club, and Mock Trial clubs at Stevenson and intends to achieve leadership positions in each over the course of the following years.

Co-Founder

Srimedha (Medha) Veerathu serves as a Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. She is a freshman at Adlai Stevenson High School and possesses a passion for science, tennis, programming, and volunteering. Her illustrious science career is marked with admirable titles, including clinching the 6th and 3rd positions as a team in the National Science Olympiad tournament during her 7th and 8th grade year at Daniel Wright Junior High School. She also prevailed and achieved several 1st place finishes in the Illinois State tournament and inter-school tournaments in Anatomy and Physiology, Food Science, Bio Process Lab, Experimental Design, and Chemistry events. Medha's athletic prowess is equally impressive. She is ranked 2nd singles on the Stevenson Girls Varsity tennis team with a 21-3 record and had a recent triumph at the New Trier school tennis invite, along with securing second place in the North Suburban Conference tournament. Alongside this, she truly embodies altruism, regularly volunteering at Vernon Area Public Library and non-profit organizations such as Feed My Starving Children. Overall, Medha shows ardent interest in science, tennis, coding, and contributing to her community.

Co-Founder

Sriniket Nuthalapati, a passionate English language enthusiast, currently holds the role of Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. A dedicated freshman at Adlai E. Stevenson High School, Sriniket's fervor lies in the world of spelling. He boasts an impressive track record with numerous awards in spelling bees hosted by the North South Foundation, earning invitations to Nationals on multiple occasions. Furthermore, he has excelled in competitions organized by various other institutions. Sriniket's spelling journey began at a young age, participating in spelling bees at the school, county, region, and state levels. Notably, he achieved third place in the 2023 Georgia State Spelling Bee. Although his 8th-grade year marked the end of his official spelling bee participation, Sriniket is determined to continue his linguistic journey through high school by imparting his knowledge to young enthusiasts. Beyond spelling, Sriniket finds joy in activities such as Taekwondo, where he earned his black belt in 2022, and playing badminton. He also actively contributes to volunteering efforts at academic competitions and various events.

Co-Founder

Himang Sharma serves as a Co-Founder at Empowering Humanity. He is a freshman at Adlai Stevenson, and a part of the school's Improv Troupe, the Failed Presidential Candidates.

In his school career , he has been a recurring leading cast member for his Middle and Jr. High School plays, and sold his parts brilliantly.

He is equally an academician - a member of his Jr High school's Scholastic Bowl team, and advanced to the Sectionals tournament, placing second.

He is an avid reader, and enjoys a touch of writing. His life goes by with the turning of pages, blank ones springing up, full of words. . At Stevenson he participates in Model UN and Law/Mock Trial clubs with the ambition to get ready to conquer the world.

In addition to language arts, science is a huge part of his life. His passion for not only the experimentation, but the numbers and figures involved is shown through his attitude - trying to find simple ways to solve complex problems.

In addition to being an academician, he has participated in many community volunteering events. He is a wonderful empathetic brother to a special needs sister and thinks about the enriching the lives of the kids around the world.