Meet the LOUDwomen Ambassadors
Addison Hufford
​She/Her
Bentonville, AR
Addison is a rising junior at Bentonville High School. She plans on pursuing a career as a PA in Radiology. She considers herself to be creative and Canva is her happy place! She also loves to journal and scrapbook. She enjoys learning and is very academically driven. She is very passionate about being empathetic and always tries to be observant to those around her and is striving to be a light when she can. She is down to earth and believes nothing is worth not sharing. She values honesty and effort and enjoys helping her community!
Nishka Gandu
She/Her
Frisco, TX
Nishka is a senior at Centennial High School with a diverse array of interests and accomplishments. With a strong passion for community service and female empowerment, she has held several executive roles in non-profits such as Next Step Business and Restoring Rainbows. She plans to major in Cybersecurity with a potential minor in business, where she can leverage these leadership and communication skills in her future career. Beyond her academic pursuits, she enjoys reading, painting, swimming, cooking and traveling. She is also a dedicated writer and a HUGE music enthusiast. Lastly, Nishka is super excited to continue a second year with the LOUD women community and contribute to its growth and impact!
Anika Barua
She/Her
Bentonville, AR
Anika is a rising senior at Haas Hall Academy Bentonville. She hopes to pursue something in the field of international policy or technology. Anika is involved in various school clubs such as Model UN and Beta. She is passionate about encouraging young women to speak out and voice their opinions confidently and fearlessly. Anika enjoys being outside, being part of diverse communities, and is excited to be a part of a community that supports inclusivity and passion for helping others. She is extremely excited to see and be part of all the amazing things that LOUDwomen will accomplish this year!
Catherine Van Dorple
She/Her
Hot Springs, AR
Catherine is a senior at the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts, where she fully leans into her love of STEM. She plans to major in biology and hopes to attend medical school to one day specialize in hematology and oncology. At ASMSA, she’s involved in research, serves as co-president of the Ethics Bowl Team, and is a member of the National Honor Society. Catherine is especially interested in how science education can spark curiosity, empower people to ask better questions, and make informed decisions about the world around them. Outside of school, she enjoys crocheting, listening to podcasts, and playing board games with family. She’s excited to serve as a LOUDwomen Ambassador and looks forward to using her voice to uplift others, share ideas, and continue building a community where young women feel seen, valued, and empowered.
Sanjana Boddupalli
She/Her
Bentonville, AR
Sanjana is a freshman at BHS with a strong passion for healthcare and community involvement. As an active member of HOSA, she aspires to become a pediatric oncologist, driven by a deep interest in cancer research and helping children. In the 2023–2024 school year, she served as the Event Manager of her school's Earth Awareness Project and is dedicated to environmental awareness and conservation, advocating for a more sustainable future.
Outside of academics, Sanjana loves to dance. She has been learning Bharatanatyam for nine years now and also enjoys choreographing performances with her friends for various events. In her free time, she loves hanging out with friends and making meaningful memories. She’s incredibly excited to be a part of LOUDwomen and looks forward to learning, growing, and making an impact through the organization.
Darshika Kathirvelu
She/Her
Bentonville, AR
Darshika is a 9th grader at Bentonville West High School. In the future, she aspires to pursue a career in medicine. This is her first year working with LOUDwomen, and she is incredibly excited to contribute to its mission. In her leisure time, she loves emceeing, dancing with her friends, reading, and hanging out with her family. She is deeply passionate about women’s health and wishes to be an OB/GYN in the future. In addition to this, Darshika is a part of HOSA and Science Olympiad. She also participates in debates and loves volunteering in community events. Darshika is thrilled to be part of LOUDwomen and wishes to meet new people and contribute to the community.
Jozie Moll
She/They
Rogers, AR
Jozie is a senior at Haas Hall Academy Rogers with plans on going to law school and becoming a criminal prosecutor in the future. While at school, she participates in activities like Spanish club, helping with the school yearbook, being the president and founder of Drama club, and more. Outside of school, she enjoys volunteering at the Crystal Bridges Museum of Art, reading and writing, and spending time with the people she cares about. One thing that Jozie has learned from her highschool experience so far is that kindness and empathy will change the world. By joining LOUDwomen, she hopes to make a difference and provide a voice for those who can’t advocate for themselves. She is extremely excited to be a LOUDwomen ambassador this year!
Keerthi Virupakshi
She/Her
Bentonville, AR
Keerthi is a freshman at Bentonville High School, and she plans to pursue a career in medicine. She is an active member of HOSA and was previously involved in Beta Club, where she discovered her passion for leadership and community service. Keerthi also participated in EAP (Earth Awareness Project), she enjoyed helping with street cleanups and making a positive impact for the community. She was apart of Haas Hall’s debate program. Keerthi also served as a Shadow Ambassador for her school , where she loved meeting new people and making connections with them. One of Keerthi’s biggest passions is community service. She does volunteering at the Library along with the NWA Food Bank. Outside of school, Keerthi loves to read, watch crime documentaries, travel, and spend time with her family. She can’t wait to be able to participate in LOUDwomen and make an impact.
Shiloh Hodoway
She/Her
Rogers, AR
Shiloh is a Senior in high school at Haas Hall Academy Rogers. She plans to pursue a major in Human Development and Family Sciences with a minor in Psychology. In her free time, she enjoys painting, journaling, and reading. Shiloh values education, community impact, and human connection. She volunteers for the public library, is a member of her school’s garden and art club, and plans to join both HOSA and BETA club in the 2026 school year. As an autistic woman, she offers an additional perspective relating to our current society and is passionate about advocating for neurodivergent youth. She is so excited to work with LOUDwomen!
Grace Coon
She/Her
Hot Springs, AR
Grace is a senior at the Arkansas school for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts in Hot Springs. Outside of school, she enjoys grounding, reading, and podcasting. In a time of confusion, Grace believes more than ever to help bring news to the public in a digestible way. Grace plans on majoring in sociology or human ecology during undergrad before she enrolls in law school to pursue a career in agricultural law.
Shriya Shreejith
She/Her
Bentonville, AR
Shriya is a student at Bentonville West High School with a strong interest in technology. Next year, she'll be part of the Ignite Professional Studies program, focusing on data science and cybersecurity. She is the President of the youth committee for a nonprofit called NANMA, where they help organize events like talent shows and support cultural initiatives. She also serve as Vice President of Mu Alpha Theta, Secretary of the West Library Association, and as student volunteer at the Bentonville Public Library. Outside of school, she loves reading and dancing—especially choreographing and performing at cultural events. She plans to major in computer science and hope to use tech to create real change in the world.
Bella Moll
She/Her
Rogers, AR
Bella is an upcoming junior at Haas Hall Academy Rogers. She is growing more interested in majors surrounding design and architecture, centered around creative applications and on-field work. She is interested in becoming more involved within her community and is aiming to be more involved in extracurricular activities during this next school year. She wants to start volunteering more and grow her involvement in non-profit work. She is also interested in psychology and topics regarding mental health and behavior. She is also wanting to start volunteering at Crystal Bridges and their programs during the fall. Along with these things, she is also interested in joining Beta club at her school and possibly even starting a club regarding her interests. Aside from this, she enjoys painting and listening to music.
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Phoenix Dunkley
She/They
Hot Springs, AR
Phoenix is a rising senior at the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts and an aspiring Public Defender. Their two biggest passions in life are writing and helping people, and they also quite enjoy mathematics.
At school, Phoenix is involved in Speech and Debate, Model UN, Dance, FBLA, and GSA. Outside of school Phoenix loves to talk, listen to music, read, attend plays, laugh with friends, and walk around museums. They strive to advocate for all, to diversify all spaces, and to disrupt the system.
Phoenix is excited to be a LOUDwomen ambassador, and to see what the future brings!
Ridhima Pati
She/Her
Bentonville, AR
Ridhima is a senior at Bentonville High School with a strong passion for gender equity, social justice, and youth empowerment. She plans to study Computer Science and is especially interested in how technology can be used to amplify marginalized voices and create more inclusive, accessible spaces.
As a student leader, Ridhima is deeply committed to uplifting young women, breaking down harmful stereotypes, and advocating for equal opportunity across all fields. She believes representation matters—and works to ensure that girls are not only included in important conversations but also empowered to lead them with confidence and purpose. Ridhima values creating spaces where young people feel seen, supported, and inspired to take action. She believes in the power of youth to spark change and reimagine the future.
Outside of advocacy, Ridhima enjoys reading, baking, and traveling—always seeking new stories and perspectives from around the world.
