Maya is a determined and reflective 22-year-old engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Growing up in a household with both parents as engineers, she was encouraged from a young age to pursue STEM, but faced subtle social barriers as one of the few girls in her classes. Her passion for coding led her to navigate challenges like gender bias in group projects and co-op placements, where she often felt sidelined. Despite these obstacles, Maya is committed to advocating for more inclusive environments in tech, drawing upon her experiences to inspire other young women to break into the field and thrive.