Neeharika Shrestha is a 16-year-old student of Rato Bangala School, Nepal and a youth climate advocate who is also the founder of Project Neeharika, a self-led initiative using music and community action to support children and promote environmental awareness. A violinist since the age of nine, she is passionate about climate change, action and creative storytelling. As a youth leader, she hopes to inspire young people to use their voices, ideas, and creativity to create meaningful change.