Veritas Education Leaders

05/29/2026

Dr. Darshak Sanghavi, a noted physician, shared a fond childhood memory of reading Amar Chitra Katha comics while growing up in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. As a child of Indian immigrants, he found these comic books to be a vital and accessible way to connect with his cultural roots, describing them as "lovely retellings of a variety of myths and stories from India." If you are interested in learning more about Indian mythology, watch this short clip and share it with people who might be interested!

The Harvard Asian American Alumni Alliance (H4A) is launching it's ...

04/25/2026

The housing crisis in Massachusetts isn’t just a policy talking point—it’s a lived reality impacting our neighbors, workforce, and future stability. We are proud to share this insightful analysis written by Oliver Chi, a dedicated student leader with the BranchOut! Newton chapter and a junior at Newton North High School. Oliver breaks down the complex intersection of zoning laws, market forces, and NIMBYism, while offering a clear-eyed look at how the Affordable Homes Act aims to move the needle.

It is inspiring to see young leaders engage so deeply with the systemic challenges facing our Commonwealth. Whether you are a policy professional or a concerned resident, Oliver’s perspective on bridging the gap between crisis and solution is a must-read.

Read his full analysis below. 👇
http://www.velbranchout.org/housingcrisis

Join BranchOut! if you are looking for a way to contribute meaningfully to your community! www.velbranchout.org.

The housing crisis is a pressing issue affecting many regions across the United States, with Massachusetts serving as a notable example. Even with the rising costs of housing nationwide since the COVID pandemic, Massachusetts has faced exacerbated challenges due to elevated interest rates and high m...

04/13/2026

Introducing…
The Innovator as our Program of the Week!

Our innovators are creating real-world solutions through a year-long, remote collaboration!

Whether you’re a coder, a writer, or a designer, there’s have a track for you!

🔗 Learn more: velbranchout.org/innovator
📧 Questions? [email protected] 

04/05/2026

introducing…Howard County Autism Society (HCAS) as our Program of the Week!

Looking for meaningful volunteer opportunities? BranchOut! is the perfect place for you to make an impact! Apply to be a mentor at velbranchout.org/apply

email [email protected] for application questions or [email protected] for HCAS-specific questions!

look out for a part 2 feature of more of our HoCo programs…

03/29/2026

Program of the Week: THE EXPLORER 💚🌍

Want to be a part of sharing stories and experiences from around the world? The Explorer program allows BranchOut! mentors to interview people, write about, and highlight diverse perspectives!

You can check out the Explorer’s past issues at velbranchout.org/explorer

Interested in joining us? Apply here: velbranchout.org/apply
Questions? Email velbranchout.org

03/28/2026

Program of the Week: THE EXPLORER 💚🌍

Want to be a part of sharing stories and experiences from around the world? The Explorer program allows BranchOut! mentors to interview people, write, and highlight diverse perspectives!

You can check out Explorer’s past issues at velbranchout.org/explorer

Interested in joining us? Apply here: velvranchout.org/apply
Questions? Email velbranchout.org

03/22/2026

the program of the week is….COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS!!!

interested in volunteering with community workshops? apply now at velbranchout.org/apply by our early bird deadline 2 of april 10th

email [email protected] w/any questions!

learn more at velbranchout.org/community-workshops

03/15/2026

introducing our first program of the week…our Baltimore City Chapter!

looking for volunteer opportunities in Baltimore City? apply now to the Baltimore City Chapter at BranchOut! at velbranchout.org/apply

look out each week for a “program of the week,” where we feature BranchOut’s vast and unique volunteer opportunities!

questions? email [email protected] (for application questions) or [email protected] (for baltimore city related questions)

03/02/2026

📣 BranchOut! Exclusive Internships and Webinar Featuring Yale & NYU grads this Wednesday!

We will also announce exclusive summer internship opportunities just for BranchOut! students! 💪

Don't miss an Exclusive Webinar on College, Careers, and the BranchOut! Advantage, where we feature two successful BranchOut! alumni. They’ll be sharing how their experience with the program helped them navigate:

🌟 Their college lives at Yale and NYU.
🌟 How they translated BranchOut! experiences into professional career opportunities at Amazon, Google, Nike, and FactSet.
🌟 The power of our national network in the "real world."

Register now to secure a seat for the Webinar Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8f_QHiYHSxK8376IpNkltA

Ready to Apply to BranchOut!?
If you missed the early bird 1 deadline, no worries! We have an early bird 2 deadline. Secure the best rate and get ahead of the deadlines:
Early Bird 2: $45 (Ends April 10) - $35 for returning mentors
Regular: $55 (Ends May 11) - $45 for returning mentors

We can't wait to see how you’ll "Branch Out" and make a difference this year! Apply Now at www.velbranchout.org/apply.

02/24/2026

On February 18th, a group of motivated high school students from the Boston area visited a Harvard University research lab in Cambridge. Organized by BranchOut! Boston (Cambridge, Lexington, and Newton), this visit provided students from Lexington High School, Newton South, Newton North, Sharon, and Belmont with an inspiring glimpse into scientific research and innovation. Designed to ignite curiosity, build practical skills, and inspire future science careers, the experience also encouraged students to explore their interests beyond the classroom and develop professional communication skills. By observing scientists present groundbreaking projects and collaborate with peers, students learned the value of effectively communicating their ideas and showcasing their talents.

To learn more, read the post below.

On February 18th, a group of high school students from the Boston area visited one of Harvard University's research labs in Cambridge. Organized by BranchOut! Boston, this visit offered the students from high schools a firsthand look at the world of scientific research and innovation.