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INNOVATION. ADVOCACY. IMPACT.

ABOUT ME

Curious. Committed. Community-Driven.

  

 Pranav Raju, a high school student, innovator, and advocate passionate about using science, technology, and public policies to drive change in healthcare, youth leadership, and global equity.  Whether it's building an AI-powered app for diabetes management, shaping healthcare policy on Capitol Hill, or competing on the world stage in strategic gaming, my journey is grounded in service, resilience, and forward-thinking vision.  I also bring my voice to organizations like YMCA, VT Seva, HRE USA, and the Marc Cuban Foundation as a youth leader and mentor.   Explore my work — and join me in building a healthier, more connected world. 

 When I’m not coding or debating policy, you might find me mentoring younger students, volunteering, or competing on the global stage in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. 

INNOVATION & RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS

Texas K-12 Family Priorities Survey IRB approved

Texas K-12 Family Priorities Survey IRB approved

Texas K-12 Family Priorities Survey IRB approved

Created survey, research-based feedback framework and visualization toolkit to allow educators visualize family needs and preferences in K12 education.

MySpark Voicebased AI App

Texas K-12 Family Priorities Survey IRB approved

Texas K-12 Family Priorities Survey IRB approved

 Voice Based AI app for diabetes management, Reviewed by Stanford and Biotech leaders. Integrated CGM/Insulin pump and other health monitoring devices. In trials and patenting process.

7-Generation Genealogy Project

Texas K-12 Family Priorities Survey IRB approved

Cognitive Psychology of Strategic Gaming

 Traced my 7 Generation family lineage, including over 300 cousins across 4 continents by research and interviews of great grandparents (Aged 95+).

Cognitive Psychology of Strategic Gaming

Cognitive Psychology of Strategic Gaming

Cognitive Psychology of Strategic Gaming

 Research on focus and behavior in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. 

T1D & exercise research with JAEB

Cognitive Psychology of Strategic Gaming

T1D & exercise research with JAEB

Effect of Exercise on Glycemic Control in Youth with Type 1 Diabetes 

Artificial Pancreas

Cognitive Psychology of Strategic Gaming

T1D & exercise research with JAEB

 Artificial Pancreas Prototype – Built using Arduino, IoT, and analytics.   

Awards & Honors

Invited Guest at U.S. State of the Union Address | Mar 2024

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-heart-hill-my-journey-state-union-address-pranav-raju-i2ysc/

Youth in Action for Human Rights Award | HRE USA | Dec 2024

https://hreusa.org/2024/12/06/2024-winners-announced-youth-in-action-for-human-rights-awards/


20 Under 20 Global Young Leaders | World Affairs Council | Apr 2025

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leading-locally-thinking-globally-gen-z-approach-purposeful-raju-7qszc

The President’s Volunteer Service Award

Adopt A Street/Keep Texas Beautiful, Building the Audiobook library for visually challenged and blind children

Children’s Congress Delegate | Breakthrough T1D 2023

Pokemon Trading Card Game(TCG) World Championship finalist

Pokemon Trading Card Game(TCG) World Championship finalist

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-heart-hill-my-journey-state-union-address-pranav-raju-i2ysc/

Pokemon Trading Card Game(TCG) World Championship finalist

Pokemon Trading Card Game(TCG) World Championship finalist

Pokemon Trading Card Game(TCG) World Championship finalist

https://www.facebook.com/groups/WishiwashiAcademy/posts/558560894581264/

10k+ Stipends, 5 times World Championship Invite

Experience & Leadership

Edomond Student Research Intern, Human Rights Educators USA (May-Aug 2025)

Designed, launched, and analyzed a statewide IRB-approved Family Priorities Survey,  that is under review for publication. Built a visual dashboard toolkit for education leaders and policymakers. Advanced human rights education by distributing a  board game presented to 85+ schools at the World Affairs Council’s Global Classroom workshop. 

Founder & CEO, SparkZone.org (2023 - Present)

  Advocating for health and well-being, inspiring and connecting communities through events , and fundraising for impactful causes. Building the brigdges by connecting families with healthcare professionals, Scientists, lobbyists, clinical trials, Pharmas, Biotechs, Camps, support groups, and organizations

  • Support and Inspire | Promote Health | Advocate | Raise awareness | Kindness in Action 

National Steering Committee Member, Human Rights Educators USA (August 2025)

 First youth member on the National Steering Committee, Public Policy and Innovation Committee member, contributing to policy, programs, and youth engagement. 


Congressional Intern, U.S. House of Representatives (May-Aug 2023)

 Supported legislative research, drafting, and communications while assisting with hearings, outreach, and constituent engagement. Managed 30+ daily constituent calls and emails, coordinated casework, and helped organize a successful grant writing workshop for district organizations and stakeholders. 

YMCA Youth Board Member (Aug 2024-Aug 2026)

 Supported and promoted community initiatives and youth programs and made a strong positive impact. Y Health Fair, Annual Turkey Trot, Halloween Trunk, and other local initiatives, while helping the team that won the Annual Y Campaign fundraising.

Tech and Innovation Ambassador, Mark Cuban AI Foundation (March 2024-2026)

 Promoted AI education for high school students by researching emerging AI tools, developing learning materials, and coordinating bootcamps with faculty mentors. 

Children’s Congress Delegate, Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) (March 2023-2025)

Represented Texas at Capitol Hill, Met with legislators to advocate for T1D policy priorities, including insulin affordability, federal research funding, and expanded screening, while raising awareness and continuing advocacy within the community. 

Advocate & Ambassador , Breakthrough T1D (Jan 2017-Present)

 Advocate and community leader, raising awareness and supporting fundraising efforts. Representing through public speaking, outreach, mentoring newly diagnosed families, and engaging with corporate and community partners. 

Advocacy & Policy Leadership

 Promoted early detection and education through Beyond Type 1’s See the Signs campaign, advanced affordable diabetes care and policies via DPAC Hill Day meetings with Congress, supported the global #Insulin4All movement with T1 International to push for insulin price transparency, and championed the collaborative advocacy efforts.

VT Seva Youth Lead (2022-Present)

 Honored with the President’s Volunteer Service Award for exemplary volunteer commitment. Digital Book Library for the Blind project, and organizing monthly Adopt a street cleanups with Keep Irving Beautiful.

Social Media Ambassador, American Red Cross (2023-2025)

CPR Certified. Volunteer at the Red Cross blood donation and other community events.

iLead Graduate, CISD Student Leadership Program

 An informed leadership program that is focused on youth advocacy, volunteerism, local government, community engagement, and deep insight into CISD initiatives.  

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