Ani Nishanian

Founder and President

Ani Nishanian is a freshmen at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. She is a student leader, nonprofit founder, and youth advocate passionate about bridging STEM, civic engagement, and public impact. She is the founder of We STEM the Future, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underserved youth with hands-on STEM education and mentorship. Through national outreach programs and school-based initiatives, Ani has helped inspire hundreds of students to explore careers in science and technology. Recognizing the importance of civic literacy and youth voice in legal spaces, Ani also founded Amicus Youth, a student-led organization focused on law, advocacy, and civic action. The platform provides educational resources, community campaigns, and opportunities for students to engage in real-world legal and policy issues. Under her leadership, Amicus Youth is building a pipeline for the next generation of young changemakers in justice and public service. Ani served as a Virginia Senate Page in 8th grade, where she gained firsthand experience with legislative processes and public policy. She continues to support her community through public speaking, mentoring, and potential internships with state delegates. She is also involved in research, writing, and public discourse, including authoring a paper on the geopolitical conflicts happening in her home-country Armenia. Ani is passionate about equity in education, and committed to building platforms where youth voices lead the way. Her work reflects a deep belief that civic awareness, interdisciplinary learning, and action-oriented leadership can transform communities and the world.

Student Leadership Team

Coming soon! If you are interested in being a part of the student leadership team, please email us at The.Amicus.Youth@gmail.com