Yaremi N. Canas Periban

-Led a group to campaign against the dangers of vaping in schools all over Clayton County

-Received recognition from the school board

-Earned a $2,000 stipend to further the campaign efforts

-Elected to lead a chapter of academically high-achieving students committed to scholarship, service, leadership, and character

-Presided over all chapter meetings and executive board sessions, setting agendas and guiding strategic planning throughout the year

-Elected to serve as second-in-command of a nonprofit youth leadership organization focused on civic engagement, empowerment, and community impact

-Led initiatives to mentor new members, promote professional development, and uphold standards of excellence in dress, conduct, and communication

-Elected to serve as second-in-command of a nationally affiliated STEM organization focused on leadership, innovation, and technical skill development

-Played a key role in preparing members for regional and state TSA competitions, offering guidance on project development, presentation skills, and event strategy

-Led a competitive team of student attorneys and witnesses in preparing and presenting legal cases for regional and state tournaments

-Facilitated team meetings and mock trials, ensuring members mastered courtroom procedures, objections, and evidentiary rules

-Selected to represent Georgia at the FBLA National Leadership Conference in the Public Speaking event, competing among top students nationwide

-Advanced through regional and state-level competitions to earn a spot at Nationals, demonstrating excellence in communication and leadership

-Selected through a competitive application process to represent my county in a regional youth leadership program focused on civic engagement and urban planning

-Conducted research and collaborated in committees to develop policy proposals addressing the lack of walkability

-How can the danger of pressure ulcers be prevented in hospitals, among paralytic and obese patients?

-Biomedical Engineering Research

-Worked towards making a new prototype for paralyzed and obese hospital patients

-Selected as one of up to 9 student leaders from my high school to represent the GA Secretary of State’s office in civic engagement initiatives
-Organized and led community service projects to strengthen local engagement and leadership visibility

-Selected to lead a breakout session at the statewide Youth Symposium, hosted by the Georgia Municipal Association and Georgia City Solutions

-Met with former President Joseph Biden

-Engaged with federal policymakers

-Hands-on sessions to improve leadership strategies