Alongside conceptualizing and overseeing IAEC, Yashvi Shyamshukla is a passionate young student at Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai where she dedicates her time to pursuing subjects like Mathematics, Economics, English, Hindi and Chemistry. Yashvi’s curiosity extends beyond her classroom and is evident in her participation as a member of both – the Interact Club and Finance Society at her school. She also has hands-on experience in digital consulting, research and design through internships and is a trained Odissi dancer. Driven by her passion for creativity and expression, Yashvi founded The Indian Arts Education Collective to bridge gaps and make arts education more inclusive. She believes that every child should have the opportunity to learn and create—because when the arts are accessible, culture doesn’t just survive, it thrives.