Executive members

Kesia Muthuthotatil is currently pursuing her MSc in Epidemiology at the University of Alberta. She currently serves as the Head Director of Outreach and Recruitment. In this position, she recruits volunteers, organizations, and schools for our many programs/events, and spreads awareness of Young Mind’s Eye across Canada. Kesia joined this organization because she believes in the importance of providing resources to students that enable them equal access to education and help them flourish in their abilities and studies. In her spare time, she loves to volunteer, read books, go on walks, and enjoy the scenery of Edmonton.

Hello! My name is Dio. I am from Calgary, Alberta but currently in Vancouver. I am a recent biology graduate from UBC. I’ve been a part of YME for a while now, and it has been great connecting and working with the other executives and volunteers that make this organization possible! I am truly proud of the work we’re doing. In my free time, my hobbies include exercise and fitness, basketball, and art. I also enjoy volunteering and trying to make a difference by joining meaningful initiatives.

Hello! My name is Moneshwar and I am someone who’s always drawn to creativity and storytelling. With a deep interest in marketing and the different paths it offers, I love exploring content creation, social media trends, and ways to connect with audiences on a personal level. Outside the digital world, you’ll often find me immersed in true crime stories, basketball, discovering new music, or working on video projects that capture moments in unique ways. For me, it’s all about connecting people through stories, both big and small.

Hello! I’m Amreen (she/her), and I immigrated from India to Canada in 2022. During my grades 11 and 12 here, I dived into all sorts of experiences - tutoring peers, wrangling costumes backstage, delivering daily announcements, and even representing my school on a national level. After high school, I wanted to keep that momentum going. That's when I discovered YME and their remarkable vision to ensure every student, regardless of their background or circumstance, has access to personalized educational support. Next thing you know, I applied, interviewed, and was thrilled to be chosen as their Talk Buddies Program Intake Coordinator. The team has been incredibly welcoming and supportive ever since, and I’m excited to help bring their vision to life! On a more personal note, I am immensely passionate about music, books, cinema, and going on nature walks when time and weather allow :)

Priya Kuncham (she/her), is the Director of Recruitment and Volunteer Engagement at Young Minds Eye Foundation. With a background in Human Resources Management from York University, Priya is dedicated to welcoming and supporting new volunteers, ensuring they feel prepared and valued from the start. She’s passionate about creating an inclusive and engaging environment where everyone can thrive. When she’s not volunteering, you’ll find her baking in her free time, experimenting with new pastry recipes

Hello everyone, my name is Praneet (she/her). I am from Dubai, and I am currently studying Computer Science at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver. I am the Talk Buddies Volunteer Executive and being a part of Young Mind’s Eye fills me with immense pride. I am incredibly excited to work with everyone and expand my knowledge and skills! My hobbies include swimming and kickboxing and I am passionate about volunteering. I like to volunteer, especially on campus, as it allows me to continuously learn new things, extend help to others, and make new and meaningful connections.

Tiago is currently pursuing his M.OMSc in Calgary, he is currently serving as the Volunteer Executive where he helps provide support for the tutors behind the scenes. Tiago has been involved in the Education field for over a decade where he was working in a variety of schools, tutoring programs, and group programs mainly working with youth that experience learning difficulties for a variety of factors. Over the years, Tiago has done consulting work in Canada, US, UK, and Australia helping work with institutions and curriculum experts in various fields and conducting training for fellow educators on a variety of topics, such as classroom management strategies, differential educational strategies, placement testing, and early educational interventions. Tiago is a firm believer that in order to support students and allow them access to equality within the education system, we also need to support the educators responsible for them.

Hello everyone, my name is Ashwin and I am currently in Edmonton, Alberta. I was raised here, and I attend the University of Alberta, studying biochemistry. I have been with YME for a year now, starting as a volunteer tutor and just now taking the role of YMA Program Coordinator, and it has been a very fulfilling experience. I hope to meet more of my team members along the way to have a fun and rewarding experience. In my free time, I enjoy playing basketball, going to the gym, and photography.

Hey there! This is Anya! I am currently a 12th-grade student in Vancouver, BC, as is the Service Officer at YME. My job is to manage the blog writing team by editing blogs before publishing, hold monthly meetings with the team, and organize the themes for content creation. I decided to join YME in September 2023 because blog writing and content creation are like spiritual companions to me; they are like the personal platforms where one can share their genuine thoughts on topics of their interest and explore themselves as a person. Not only for self-discovery purposes, one can also gain a deeper insight of the world around them. I am overly ecstatic to be a part of such a wonderful and supportive team, where everyone is open to learn and grow with one another. I believe that with diligence, hard work, and FUN, we will learn and enjoy ourselves to the peak through being part of such an amazing team. Apart from YME, my hobbies include dancing, listening to pop music, going to late night drives, walking in nature, and having 3 hour rant sessions with my friends!