Ariel
chen
Ariel Chen is a passionate individual who is interested in creating a better and more equitable world through her interests across arts, culture and social sciences. Global issues she cares about include addressing increasing social polarization, food waste as well as the impact of disinformation on economic and social issues. As a youth activist through the lens of arts and culture, she believes she can use her voice and her skills to pave the way for herself and her peers to drive collective action in tackling these problems.
My Story
Growing up, she has always believed in the importance of maintaining a strong relationship with her family, perhaps as a result of cultural influence and upbringing. However, one aspect she wishes she could have improved on is managing her relationship with her father. Ariel was born in a broken family, and as such, she didn’t get much time to meet with her father. Due to that, she is not that close to her father. When disagreements happen, instead of thinking with logic or empathy, she notices her tendency to act in a somewhat combative manner, which can come across as condescending and disrespectful. Her father however did not take it to heart, and rather continued to help her slowly work on this issue internally. At the end, she has come to her own realization and has committed to treating others, especially loved ones, in a more harmonious way.
Ariel understands that in order to achieve leadership, she has to reflect on her past and carefully consider how she fits into her community. Currently, she is active across various projects involving art and music, in particular drums, as an extracurricular. In addition, she finds her coursework on linguistics, geography, and economics to be a meaningful addition to her intellectual development. An ongoing project which Ariel is exploring lies at the intersection of arts and gender equality: she has started building a portfolio showcasing women under various themes, such as the Modern Woman, the Rightful Woman and the Soaring Woman. Through this initiative, she hopes to artfully inspire her peers and those younger than her to put for self-confidence through self-expressionism.
Looking ahead, Ariel is committed to professional and personal excellence, and she is determined to build a strong financial position through her various endeavors in order to realize her dreams. This position will enable her to contribute to meaningful causes such as protecting habitats for animals, supporting young migrants as well as contributing to all youth being able to access the minimal level of resources required to lead a promising life ahead.