Joshilyn is passionate about human rights, youth, and education. She has been involved in raising awareness about sexual exploitation in Southeast Asia and raising funds necessary for its victims recovery and empowerment. Throughout high school she has volunteered through several different groups to encourage and support youth in her community. Her goals for the year are to give to her new community and receive from it at every opportunity she has. She also wants to learn much more about Spanish, Ecuadorian culture, and social entrepreneurship.