Ash López

Ash López is a socially conscious techie hailing from South Central Los Angeles and raised in the Antelope Valley. She is recognized for her extensive activism in various LGBTQ non-profit organizations and as a state delegate for the California Democratic Party.

With a passion for making the world more compassionate and courageous, Ash is actively involved as a youth leader at Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation. She is also the co-author of the New York Times Bestseller, "CHANNEL KINDNESS: Stories of Kindness and Community", alongside Lady Gaga.

Ash's impactful work has garnered attention and praise, leading to features in prominent media outlets such as Paper Magazine, appearances at the MTV Music Awards, and engagements with the United Nations. Her exceptional contributions to the LGBTQ Latinx community earned her recognition as an Honor 21 Honoree.

Currently pursuing a major in Computer Science and Computational Neuroscience at Santa Monica College, Ash is also a dedicated learner with certifications from prestigious institutions like Harvard University, Northeastern University, Cornell University, and UCLA in various tech-related fields such as Machine Learning, Cyber Security, and Neurophysiology. She is known for her role as a Channel Kindness Reporter at the Born This Way Foundation and as the former Director of Technology at collective. LLC.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Ash is described as a lovable nerd who enjoys spending quality time with her family and attending engaging concerts in the front row.