Learn More About Siya - Founder of Project EnAble
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Who I Am - My Story!
Hello! My name is Siya Kulkarni. I am an aspiring physician currently enrolled in the 4+4 BS/MD Program at Hofstra University with the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine/Northwell.
The journey of founding Project EnAble has been filled with self discovery, transformation, and inspiration. I hope this website encourages you to create your own story, embrace your personal interests and passions, and empowers you to break through barriers and influence change!
Awards/Recognition
National GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship
Presidential Volunteering Service Award
National GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship
The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest achievement within the Girl Scouts of the USA, earned by Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts. Siya earned both the Gold Award and the National GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship for her work on Project EnAble. Siya was recognized at the GSUSA's Nationwide Girl Scouts Change the World Celebration.
The Diana Award
Presidential Volunteering Service Award
National GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship
Established in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales, The Diana Award is the most prestigious accolade a young person aged 9-25 years can receive for their social action or humanitarian work. Siya is a 2021 Diana Recipient and looks forward to using her international platform to continue spreading autism awareness and to inspire youth make a difference in their communities.
Presidential Volunteering Service Award
Presidential Volunteering Service Award
Presidential Volunteering Service Award
The President's Volunteer Service Award is a civil award bestowed by the President of the United States in recognition of outstanding volunteer contributions in community service to the United States.
NJ HOSA Secretary (2019-2020)
NJ HOSA Northern Regional Vice President (2020-2021)
NJ HOSA Northern Regional Vice President (2020-2021)
Extremely determined to make a change in her community and bond with like minded individuals who are also focused on entering the field of healthcare, Siya became involved with HOSA- Future Health Professionals. Siya served as the State Secretary for New Jersey HOSA for the 2019-2020 term and is forever grateful for the opportunity to serve.
NJ HOSA Northern Regional Vice President (2020-2021)
NJ HOSA Northern Regional Vice President (2020-2021)
NJ HOSA Northern Regional Vice President (2020-2021)
As the NJ HOSA Northern Regional Vice President for the 2020-2021 term, Siya organized 3 conferences for 4,500+ members and led virtual regional and state conferences. She also created and conducted insightful workshops for members and assisted in organizing social events during the pandemic as another way of interacting with members.
2022 Governor's STEM Scholar
NJ HOSA Northern Regional Vice President (2020-2021)
2022 Governor's STEM Scholar
The Governor's STEM Scholars are New Jersey's top high school and college students who are committed to being the future of the state's STEM workforce and economy. The Governor's STEM Scholars was established by the Research & Development Council of NJ and strengthened by support from some of the state's top researchers and STEM professionals.
VFW Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest Winner
VFW Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest Winner
VFW Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest Winner
Established in 1947, the Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 64,500 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational
Established in 1947, the Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 64,500 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program. Siya was named as the second place winner in the state of New Jersey and received a scholarship of $4,400.
Prudential Spirit of Community Award
VFW Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest Winner
VFW Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest Winner
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program is the United States' largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service.
Barbara James Service Award - Gold
VFW Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest Winner
Barbara James Service Award - Gold
The Barbara James Service Award provides member of HOSA- Future Health Professionals with the opportunity to become contributing members of their communities by performing worthy volunteer community service hours related to health. This award aims to inspire members to be proactive future health professionals and recognize individual HOS
The Barbara James Service Award provides member of HOSA- Future Health Professionals with the opportunity to become contributing members of their communities by performing worthy volunteer community service hours related to health. This award aims to inspire members to be proactive future health professionals and recognize individual HOSA members who have a commitment to community service in health.
SkillsUSA- Health Occupations Professional Portfolio (1st Place Nationals)
SkillsUSA- Health Occupations Professional Portfolio (1st Place Nationals)
SkillsUSA- Health Occupations Professional Portfolio (1st Place Nationals)
Siya won first place nationally for the SkillsUSA competition for Health Occupations Professional Portfolio. She compiled a portfolio detailing experiences and awards related to the health field and gave an interview with a panel of judges.
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth Student
SkillsUSA- Health Occupations Professional Portfolio (1st Place Nationals)
SkillsUSA- Health Occupations Professional Portfolio (1st Place Nationals)
The world leader in gifted education since 1979, Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth is a nonprofit dedicated to identifying and developing the talents of academically advanced pre-college students around the world.
New Jersey Scholars Program Finalist
SkillsUSA- Health Occupations Professional Portfolio (1st Place Nationals)
New Jersey Scholars Program Finalist
Siya was nominated by her high school as a part of the top 2% of her class and was chosen as a NJSP Program finalist. The program theme was The Future of Being Human, which focused on technological entrepreneurs, prolonging human life, and upcoming research initiatives.
Invited Speaker at the "Invest in Girls" Fundraiser
Invited Speaker at the "Invest in Girls" Fundraiser
Invited Speaker at the "Invest in Girls" Fundraiser
Siya was invited to speak at the Invest in Girls Breakfast Fundraiser as a National GSUSA Gold Award Girl Scout. The event raised over $150,000 and allowed for more girls to join troops across Northern New Jersey. Here, she is pictured with GSNNJ CEO Betty Garger and Board Chair Bette M. Simmons.
Girl Scout Silver Award
Invited Speaker at the "Invest in Girls" Fundraiser
Invited Speaker at the "Invest in Girls" Fundraiser
The Silver Award is the second highest award of the Girl Scouts of the USA, and the highest award that a Girl Scout Cadette can earn. Siya earned the honor for making blankets and gift baskets for infants in the neonatal intensive care unit at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey.
Autism NJ Ambassador
Invited Speaker at the "Invest in Girls" Fundraiser
Autism NJ Ambassador
For more than 20 years, Autism New Jersey’s cornerstone autism awareness campaign, the Ambassador Program, has had a significant impact on increasing the understanding and acceptance of autism in New Jersey.
7th International Symposium - The Virtual Twin
