Our Story: Agents of Change
This year, our team wanted to shed light on the importance of policy in shaping our day to day lives, especially in the midst of our health. Wanting to explore the connection between our health and global health, we were inspired to establish One Health Day: Agents of Change—a convention that brings together experts in public health, natural science, veterinary science, and modern day outbreaks. Together, we realized that we all had the power to be Agents of Change—we are the very individuals that can enact change in the world through shaping how policy affects health. It starts with education.
On October 3, 2026, we will host One Health Day: Agents of Change, where speakers from the Las Vegas community, along with experts from the Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard and other prestigious institutions, will provide insight through the four sectors.
Our commitment to raising awareness on infectious disease outbreaks led to the creation of the One Health Day Club. This embassy was built on collaboration and a shared commitment to empower individuals with the knowledge to prevent and respond to healthcare insurgencies. The One Health Day Club Board is not only raising awareness but also creating a significant impact on today's and future generations.
MEET THE minds behind OHD 2026
OPERATIONS committee
SOREN KIM
Soren Kim is a senior at West Career and Technical Academy enrolled in the Biomedical Sciences program. Soren is an advocate for the importance of One Health and believes that education on how our own health affects global health is invaluable. When he is not busy with the Operations of One Health Day he leads his HOSA chapter as President, serves as a chair for Blood Cancer United, and dances hip hop in his school’s Dance Company! “The impact our health has on the health of others is something very little understand the complete meaning of, it is my goal to teach my community how all health collectively exists under One Health.” - Soren
DAHLIA VIVANCO
Dahlia Vivanco is a junior at West Career and Technical Academy enrolled in the Nursing Assistant program. Dahlia loves to advocate for equality in health, leading her to her involvement in One Health! She deeply cares and understands that health care is foundational to anyone’s success, hence why she holds a special place in her heart for it! When she’s not dedicating her time to One Health, she serves on the Nevada Association of Student Councils State Board, works alongside her community for Blood Cancer United, and travels across the country for her volleyball team! “One Health examines a very intricate and under-appreciated aspect of our everyday lives, truly not reaching all those who need it, hence why I’ve dedicated myself to bringing forth our community’s understanding of the importance of proper healthcare fundamentals!” - Dahlia
OUTREACH committee
ERIC GOROZA
Eric Goroza is a senior at West Career and Technical Academy in the Biomedical Sciences program. Intersecting his passions for equal education and the medical field, Eric serves the One Health mission because of his desire for a world with endless opportunity for aspiring and current healthcare workers. Outside of One Health Day, Eric can be found serving his community, whether it be tutoring as President for his SAT/ACT club or supporting his NHS chapter members as their Secretary. “Access is made through awareness—that’s our job as agents of change.” - Eric
ELLA YUYANG
Ella Yuyang is a senior at West Career and Technical Academy enrolled in the Nursing Assistant program. Ella is passionate about the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health and believes that understanding these connections is essential to preventing and responding to future health challenges. When she is not busy with the operations of One Health Day, she leads Feeding Futures Foundation, competes in HOSA, and explores healthcare through clinical experiences in her community. “Health does not exist in isolation. Understanding how human, animal, and environmental health intersect is essential to creating healthier communities and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.” - Ella Yuyang
FINANCE committee
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gabriel kung
Gabriel Kung is a senior at The Meadows High School. Gabriel is an advocate of the importance of One Health and believes that healthcare is pivotal to social justice. When he is not busy with the Finance of One Health Day, he participates in national circuit debate on healthcare, and works at Nittaya’s secret kitchen. “Health is a human right, and we all ought to strive for global health as one” - Gabriel Kung
chuan-ruei ma (zach)
Zach Ma is a junior at West Career and Technical Academy in the Biotechnology program. To Zach, One Health Day is an event where people, young and old, can come together to freely learn and ask questions about the specific health fields that interests them. In his free time, Zach also enjoys reading works of all types, as well as playing soccer.
PROMOTION committee
lyeanne de guzman
Lyeanne De Guzman is a junior at West Career and Technical Academy enrolled in the Environmental Sciences program. Lyeanne is a firm believer that everyone should have access to quality healthcare, which she aims to achieve through spreading awareness in One Health! When she's not managing the social media or website for One Health Day, she spends her time drinking matcha, advocating for mental health as a Volunteering & Events Planning Lead for Hope Means Nevada, and debating about global issues (like health) at Model UN conferences! "As J-Cole once said, 'the only real change comes from inside.' As Agents of Change, it is our mission to learn as much as we can about our own health, so that we can begin to make positive, global change from within ourselves." - Lyeanne
alaina kim
Alaina Kim is a junior at West Career and Technical Academy in the Biomedical Sciences program. Through her support of One Health, Alaina hopes to inspire greater awareness of how individual choices can contribute to the well-being of people and communities worldwide. When she is not working on promotion for One Health Day she serves as Vice President for Project Little Lights, works on her small business, and acts as a Student Visionary for Blood Cancer United!
flex committee
charlotte Casallas
Charlotte Casallas is a freshman at West Career and Technical Academy enrolled in the Biomedical Sciences program. Charlotte believes that education on how our own health affects global health is imperative to help improve global health systems. When she is not busy with the Operations of One Health Day, she serves as the club president for both ESTEAM For All Club and Mental Health Matters Club, leads as the Art Director in her family-funded non-profit, and enjoys being involved in StuCo!"
brooke vanderlind
Brooke VanderLind is a senior in the Biotechnology program at West Career and Technical Academy with a passion for science, research, and healthcare. She has a particular interest in outbreak science and the One Health approach, exploring the interconnection of people, animals, and the environment. She looks to not only educate herself in outbreak science, but to spread the knowledge locally within the community. Her interests also include a variety of medical topics such as cancer, zoology, marine biology, etc. Brooke participated in the Summer Healthcare Experience in Oncology program, and her devotion to research is illustrated through her annual placement in various state and national science fairs. Outside of academics and science programs, Brooke is a competitive swimmer, enjoys swimming, reading, and the outdoors. She is also actively involved in her church, where she values community and service.