05/17/2026
🏆Meet our Featured Volunteers from March!
🌟Denny Wu: Mentor
Denny Wu has been a thoughtful and dependable mentor who brings kindness, care, and consistency to every session. He is always punctual, flexible, and ready to support both his buddy and those around him. His strong bond with his buddy, along with the care he puts into detailed session comments, reflects his genuine commitment to mentorship. We truly appreciate the intelligence, compassion, and dedication he brings to his role.
🌟Sivaniga Kanagasingam: Program Coordinator
Sivaniga stands out for the heart and energy she brings to her pod. She is deeply committed to making sure mentors and buddies feel supported, successful, and able to enjoy their time in the program. Her effort to go above and beyond shows in the positive and welcoming space she helps create for everyone around her. With her kind, caring, and fun-loving nature, Sivaniga helps make LBN a place where people feel encouraged to connect, grow, and have a meaningful experience.
🌟Helena Azizi: Executive Coordinator
Helena brings a strong sense of purpose to her role as a coordinator, always looking for ways to strengthen both the mentor experience and the quality of each session. She is highly intentional in how she supports her pod, balancing accountability with encouragement and making sure mentors receive thoughtful, actionable feedback that helps them grow. She also contributes to a positive and engaging environment for buddies, helping create sessions that feel supportive, well-run, and meaningful. Helena’s proactive mindset, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to improvement have made her an important part of the LBN community.
🌟Vashna Gounder: Volunteer Team Member
Vashna is a thoughtful and capable Regional Officer who plays an important leadership role in Learning Buddies Network’s recruitment efforts. As a leader within the Recruitment Engagement Team, she helps guide outreach initiatives, supports team members, and contributes to building a strong and welcoming volunteer community. We are very grateful for the care, effort, and leadership Vashna brings to LBN.
