Kayah De La Cruz

Kayah De La Cruz is a rising high school senior applying to colleges with a focus on public health and biology. She aims to drive systemic change toward a more equitable medical industry, particularly in women's health, cultural competence, and patient education. She has led initiatives such as the "Dominican Republic Children's Health Initiative," which raised around $15,000 in hygiene supplies and provided interactive health education to orphaned youth in marginalized regions. This project is part of her broader "Healthy Children of the World" initiative, which emphasizes innovation and collaboration for equitable health. Motivated by her own experiences navigating healthcare disparities, she is constantly seeking and creating new opportunities to make a positive impact.