Name: Andres Ramirez-Enriquez
Age: 17
School: Santa Maria High School
What issue area are you most passionate about? Which do you know the most about? (Immigration, environment, woman’s rights, mental health, LGBTQ rights, etc.):
I am very passionate about equity and equality in the opportunities that are provided to every student in our community to propel their success. I feel like everyone should have a chance to show their true potential, and everyone should have a shot at doing something great in the world.
What activities do like to do regularly as a pastime?
I play competitive soccer and enjoy time volunteering in community events
What clubs/organizations/sports/job are you involved with outside of youth making change?
I am involved in Full Steam Ahead, AP Promoters, The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers and REACH.
Is there anything else that you would like people to know about yourself?
I am a first generation student that is passionate of making a difference in the community by bringing attention to problems that are faced by minorities.