Our Team
Priten H. Shah
CEO/Founder- Founded and runs United 4 Social Change Inc., a platform for a global community that works to spur social change by training young activists
- Is the co-founder of Sans Bull. io, a start-up consulting firm
- Loves to chat about non-profits, South Asia, and technology with others
Chandani Shah
Chief Operating Officer- Developed an intense passion for raising social awareness in society through her participation in debate
- Loves writing about a variety of topics, but has mostly written about issues concerning women in India for I4SC
- Enjoys discussing mental health, women’s rights, writing, and social activism
Kirk Aleman
Chief Financial Officer- Is excited about helping the youth understand the endless possibilities their future holds
- Passionate about diversity/inclusion, especially in entrepreneurship
- Loves having conversations about what drives you to wake up in the morning!
Nina Bamberg
Director of Programs- Has a MA in International Education Development with a concentration in Peace and Human Rights Education
- Passionate about environmental justice and combatting educational inequities
- Loves yoga, podcasts, and her roommate’s cats
Alan Plotz
Director of Operations- Is a senior at the Commonwealth School
- Passionate about gun control and immigration
- Loves to participate in Model UN and run the Politics Club at his school
Jalpa Shah
Director of Women 4 Social Change- Is a full-time physician working as an MFM specialist
- Wants to bring awareness to social issues involving women
- Spends her free time experimenting with international cuisine
Aislinn McCormarck
Programs Associate- Is pursuing a degree in English and Creative Writing at Brandeis University
- Owns many books (and not enough bookshelves)
- Enjoys making foam weaponry
Teddy Delisio
Programs Assistant- Is a junior at Manchester Essex Regional High School
- Very passionate about environmental preservation
- Enjoys participating in debate and athletics
Tara Tian
Courses 4SC Associate- Is a graduate of Boston University
- Passionate about LGBTQ rights and fighting racism
- Likes to play badminton or draw and paint
Samantha Nett
Educators 4SC Research Assistant- Is passionate about raising awareness for CRPS and other invisible chronic illnesses
- Enjoys reading books and running track
- Has a Goldendoodle named Buddy
Joan Manaloto
Graphic Designer- Is a graduate in Web Development and currently pursuing Digital Marketing
- Loves art, design, games and anything digital
- Practices photography and videography in her spare time
Harshit Shah
Animator- Is the founder of Expert Animators group
- Completed a Master of Information Systems with Honors from UNE MIT Sydney campus
- Spends his free time playing sports and computer games
Nishi Surti
Animator- Is a member of the Expert Animators Group
- Passionate about Information Technology
- Loves photography and travel
Leah Kaplan
Research Fellow- Is a M.A. candidate in Equity and Social Justice in Education at SFSU
- Passionate about intersectional feminism, equity in education, and holistic health and wellbeing
- Loves the world of music, swimming in the ocean, and critical social theory
Allyson Margolis
Senior Curriculum Development Intern- Is a junior at the University of Pennsylvania, majoring in Political Science
- Passionate about reproductive rights and equal access to education
- Enjoys dancing and teaching dance to students in Philadelphia public schools
Avinash Thakkar
Intern to the CEO- Is a senior at McDonogh High School
- Enjoys Policy Debate, running his school's Philosophy Club, and playing cricket
- Loves learning languages and more about philosophic thought
Maizie Ober
Curriculum Development Intern- Is a senior philosophy major at Dickinson College
- Passionate about food justice and animal ethics
- Loves car camping, giving tours, and vegan baking
Courtney Vaughan
Curriculum Development Fellow- Is a MA Peace & Justice candidate at the University of San Diego
- Passionate about social justice & multicultural education, civic engagement, & human rights issues
- Loves to read, cook & bake, and do DIY crafts in her free time
Marissa Volkman
Academy 4SC Curriculum Development Intern- Is a Senior at Colgate University studying English, Philosophy, and Writing & Rhetoric
- Passionate about equal access to education and diversity in media
- Loves to talk about linguistics and animals
Sannah Arvidson-Hicks
Communications Intern- Is a self- designed Peace and Conflict major at St. Olaf College
- Passionate about indigenous sovereignty, sustainable development, and income inequality
- Fun fact: I've eaten ants in the rainforest!
Our Board
Regina Schouten
Board Member- Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Harvard University
- Her work focus on gender justice and educational justice.
Anand Rao
Board Member- Professor of Communication at University of Mary Washington
- More than 25 years of experience with speech and debate
- Studies social networking
Deano Pape
Board Member- Professor of Communication at Simpson College
- Coaches speech and debate
- Runs workshops on social media
Anne Sanderson
Board Member- Co-Founder and Co-Director of ThinkerAnalytix
- Retired Teacher of 35 Years
- Associate in Harvard University Philosophy Department