Hello, I am Anniela
But most people know me as Anni.
I am a 21-year-old Venezuelan student based in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, United States. Since 2018, I have been involved in Rotary programs for Young Leaders like Interact, RYLA, and Rotary Youth Exchange. In 2020, I became the youngest Rotarian in Zone 30&31, the heart of America.
During the COVID pandemic, my friends and I created a group called Rotary Interactive Quarantine, which quickly grew into a network of 900 students from 80 countries. This group eventually evolved into the Rotary Youth Network.
I'm passionate about youth programs and peacebuilding, so I'm honored to co-chair the Inaugural Youth Advisory Council appointed by RI President Jennifer Jones. In addition, I'm involved in several Rotary groups that focus on diversity, equality, and inclusion. My goal is to major in international development in college. I have created this blog to share my and my friends' experiences while navigating our Rotary journeys!




