Rifa is a passionate and ambitious student. She’s known for her radiant energy and bubbly positivity—spreading her love everywhere she goes,. mMost notably in her community, where she aims to make a real impact. Rifa is most accomplished at her school’s knit & crochet club, where she teaches countless students every week and empowers them and herself in the process. “The best part is seeing how motivated and appreciative they are to learn,” she says.

Rifa is most focused on her work at organizations such as Sapna NYC, Parle Endeavors, and VRing Democracy. Through her work, she aims to empower a diverse group of people and uplift their voices.

Rifa is inspired to achieve through her compassion and empathy for others. She had experienced financial difficulty and loss when her parent’s pizzeria had closed down shortly after COVID. She aspires to help others chase after their dreams, even when they think the time is over.