Vanessa Veak

Vanessa Veak is a dedicated college undergrad with a strong background in working with marginalized communities, particularly as a mentor to children, and a fervent passion for social justice, focusing on racial justice and human rights with a special emphasis on indigenous rights in the Southeast Asian community.

Vanessa Veak's educational journey includes studying for a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with Double Minors in Human Rights and Education at Stanford University, where she also attended Fairfield High School.

Professionally, Vanessa Veak has held various roles that have enriched her experiences and skills, such as being a Research Assistant at the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities at Stanford University Graduate School of Education, a Global Studies Internships Peer Advisor, a Teacher Assistant for courses like Self and Society: Introduction to Social Psychology and Frosh 101, and an LGBTQ+ Program Intern at California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.

Furthermore, Vanessa Veak has contributed her time as a Communications and Fundraising Intern at Magic Bus India Foundation, a Research Assistant for the Tooka Project at Stanford University, and as a Customer Service Associate at Walgreens.

Vanessa Veak is deeply interested in exploring how social identities shape individuals' experiences in society and the profound influence of social structures in shaping communities.

With a diverse background in research, education, and community engagement, Vanessa Veak is poised to make meaningful contributions towards social justice causes and advocate for the rights of marginalized groups both locally and globally.