Anthony Richardson
Food Security & Health Care
Anthony, a dedicated student from Houston, Texas, is pursuing a degree in healthcare with the goal of making a meaningful impact in the medical field. A lifelong basketball enthusiast, he brings the same passion and discipline from the court to his academic and community work. Since joining the Newman Global Initiative in 2019, Anthony has been actively involved in food drives, seniors’ outreach, and refugee support. He also contributes to the Sunflower Project and the We Can Help Foundation. His strong commitment to service and leadership reflects his drive to create positive change both locally and globally.
Amrit Kenth
Global Health Projects
Amrit is a medical student and emerging leader in healthcare innovation, with a strong background in robotics and global development. A former captain on Team Canada’s VEX and FIRST Robotics teams, she has led STEM initiatives on national and international stages. Her commitment to service began in middle school, spearheading a fundraiser for a water well in Ecuador, and later contributing to the construction of a hospital in Peru. As a key volunteer with St. John Ambulance, she helped lead vaccination efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Amrit now focuses on advancing small-scale healthcare solutions in underserved communities worldwide.
Ilaria DiBattista
Systems and Programming
A former student president, Ilaria is a dynamic leader who blends academic excellence with a deep commitment to social impact. She has led initiatives in mental health and addiction advocacy, organizing awareness campaigns and community events. As an advisor to “Butterfly Voice,” she helped guide the development of an AI-driven platform to improve literacy and address educational disparities. A national-level swimmer who represented Canada at the Maccabiah Games, Ilaria also partners with global brands like Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo to elevate mental health fundraising. Her leadership bridges grassroots action and global reach, all while excelling academically and athletically.