Our Team
Aayona Vikram
Founder & President
Aayona describes herself as a social enterpreneur with a scientific bend. She is a rising senior at Moravian Academy, Bethlehem, PA and wishes to pursue cognitive science in college. Apart from recieving multiple science awards at local, state and regional levels, she enjoys playing and teaching piano to young children. She invented a medical device for remote assessment of joint injuries while also pursuing her love for Indian Classical Dance. She believes that people with autism are not "disabled", but "differently abled". Aayona wants to make the world a better place for differently abled people and recognises that every neurodivergent individual has a special ability.
Karishma Gera
Chief of International Relations
India
‘Autism doesn’t come with an instruction guide or compulsive need to condition them according to the norms. It essentially survives with a family which will never give up’'.
My mission is deeply rooted in personal experience—as a mother to a 14-year-old son on the autism spectrum, I have witnessed first hand the challenges, gaps, and the extraordinary potential that lies within every child with special needs. So buckle-up my dear friends and value this unique blessing . Trust me, by the end of every day I am running on fumes and seek forgiveness for my sins but then the next morning God empowers me with more patience, wisdom, and determination to teach him new skills.
With a Master's in Economics (M.A.) and Education (M.Ed.), I am a teacher by profession since 2007. I have dedicated my professional journey to creating meaningful change in the field of child development, with a special focus on neurodiversity.
Yasvika Nimalan
Chief of International Relations
Sri Lanka
Yasvika is a rising high school senior at Moravian Academy, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. She is looking to pursue a career in the sciences in the future and has a strong interest in advocacy. As the Chief of International Relations for Sri Lanka, she is committed to building partnerships and expanding Dream2Evolve’s impact in Sri Lanka. Her work includes connecting with neurodivergent individuals making sure they have access to resources and support systems that will help them thrive. Outside of her role, she loves to read, explore the outdoors, or journal.
Anora Vikram
Creative Director
Anora is a rising 4th grader and passionate about the arts. As creative director, she combines her vibrant imagination with a passion for design and storytelling. At just 9 years old, she’s already known for her artistic talents, whether she’s sketching new concepts, crafting imaginative stories, or dancing to her favorite tunes. When she's not working on her next creative project, Anora enjoys reading, playing tennis, and expressing herself through various art forms. With a natural eye for detail and a love for exploring new ideas, Anora is ready to leave her mark on the world of creativity.