Board & Leadership
Meet Our Team
Our dedicated leadership team is committed to empowering minds and transforming communities through education, advocacy, and support.
DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES & OUTREACH
Mahiyah Muthu
Mahiyah is the Director of Activities & Outreach of Empower the Minds. Currently, a rising junior, she attends Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. Mahiyah has always been interested in science and medicine and hopes to pursue a future in that field.
She tutors elementary school students on various science experiments relating to physics, biology, and chemistry at TJ. Additionally, her family and she have hosted numerous fund drives for homeless shelters, children, and underprivileged kids.
Mahiyah does Bharatanatyam, a form of Indian classical dance, plays tennis, and is a certified Grade 4 level piano player by the Trinity College of London.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & COMMUNICATION
Keya Shah
Keya Shah is the Director of Operations & Communication for Empower the Minds. She is currently a sophomore attending Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. She is passionate about integrating humanity with advanced technology and STEM to create a significant global impact.
Her interests lie in neurobiology and psychology, particularly concerning children. She aspires to become a pediatrician. To further her understanding in these fields, she has completed AP Biology, Chemistry Honors, and Biology Honors. She is interested in pursuing courses such as Psychology, DNA Science, and Neurobiology.
In her free time, she enjoys Kathak (an Indian classical dance form) and drawing. She receives professional coaching for both activities and is nearing completion of a college diploma in fine arts.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & COMMUNICATION
Soha Kenjale
Soha Kenjale is an 8th grader in Frances S. DeMasi school and the Director of Operations for the non-profit organization, Empower the Minds. Her role involves helping others and educating people of all ages about current issues.
She has a lifelong passion for helping people and advocating for peace, equality, and positivity. She has spoken about these values with the United Nations and in her local community.
She strongly advocates for the LGBTQIA+ community, feminism, race, and POC. Her hobbies include reading, meditation, running, cooking, music, and writing poetry.
