She Builds The Future
Who are we?
We are a youth-led organization dedicated to making STEM education accessible to everyone by building a free, comprehensive online resource hub filled with educational materials across a variety of subjects, offering guidance, inspiration, and empowerment to the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators.
“In the winter of 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Women in STEM and Technology program at Boston College. Led by inspiring undergraduate students, the program introduced me to different disciplines in STEM and helped me realize that I truly wanted to pursue this. As a girl who often lacks confidence, this experience became a turning point. It gave me clarity, guidance, and a sense of belonging. That is why I founded She Builds the Future. I want every girl to feel confident, capable, and excited about the future she can build.”
— Yixuan Li
Our Story
Our Mission
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We empower young women to explore their passions — from STEM to the arts — by providing the confidence, tools, and opportunities to shape their own futures.
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We support their journeys through inclusive, youth-led resources, mentorship, and a creative, encouraging community that fosters growth.
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We inspire bold thinking, leadership, and curiosity, helping girls become fearless learners and changemakers in every field.
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We innovate by encouraging fresh ideas and imaginative problem-solving that redefine what’s possible for the next generation.
Core Team
Co-Founders & Co-Presidents
Yixuan Li
Hi! I’m Yixuan Li, the founder of She Builds the Future. For too long, outdated stereotypes have limited girls' belief in their own potential, especially in science and math. But the truth is: girls are brilliant and they deserve every opportunity boys get. With She Builds the Future, I want to help girls push past those boundaries. Whether through sharing resources, hosting workshops, or creating a strong network of peers, our goal is to remind every girl that her ideas matter, her dreams are valid, and she always has the power to shape her own story.
Co-Founder & Vice President
Tejaswini Pitchuka
I’m Teju, co-founder of She Builds the Future and leader of She Inspires. My work empowers women and helps young girls envision themselves as engineers, scientists, and leaders. My journey has shown me the importance of representation, mentorship, and community—values I bring to every initiative. At She Builds the Future, I create programs that spark curiosity and build confidence. Through She Inspires, I amplify the stories of women in STEM and foster meaningful connections. I believe every girl deserves to know her potential is limitless—and I’m committed to building that future.
Fengyiming Jia
Hi, I'm Phoebe Jia, the founder and the website designer of She Builds The Future, also leading the Department of Psychology and the Department of Neuroscience. I'm passionate about leadership, cognitive and behavioural neuroscience, psychology and building a better community. By starting She Builds The Future, I wish more and more women could be motivated by what we are doing here. By sharing knowledges and conclude opportunities, we hope you can find more possibilities in your future.
Co-Founder & Secretary
Melissa Chiang
Hi, my name is Melissa Chiang. I am originally from Brazil and moved to the US when I was young. STEM is really inspiring for me because there are so many different things to explore. Whether you are interested in plants, animals, technology, or anything else, STEM has something for you!