Rui Yang is a student at the American School of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. She is a member of the National Honor Society, an organisation that promotes leadership, service, character, and scholarship. Through her academic and extracurricular activities, Rui continues to develop her skills and contribute to her community.
Beyond her school involvement, Rui uses her voice to address important social issues. She served as a guest speaker at the Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute Dinner. Democrats Abroad organised the event at Nieuwspoort, the Dutch Parliament’s press centre. During her speech, Rui shared her experiences with racism and anti-Asian hate, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through her participation, she helped raise awareness of discrimination and the importance of inclusion.
In addition to her advocacy work, Rui has pursued opportunities to strengthen her academic and research skills. She participated in the Global Scholars: Global Issues and Challenges programme at the University of Notre Dame. This programme gave her an opportunity to explore global issues from an academic perspective.
Furthermore, Rui attended Columbia University’s Expository Writing Intensive: How to Write Great Papers Summer Immersion Programme. There, she developed her academic writing skills and learned how to produce clear, well-structured research papers.
These experiences reflect Rui’s interest in global issues, education, and social advocacy. Moreover, her involvement in academic programmes and public speaking has allowed her to explore different perspectives. By combining learning with community engagement, Rui continues to build the skills needed to contribute to meaningful conversations.
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