Meet A Future Leader In Amherst: Anya Merriman-Mix

The future of Amherst is looking bright, thanks to the incredible young people working to strengthen our community. In partnership with T-Mobile, Patch is proud to spotlight future leaders like Anya Merriman-Mix, who are making a positive impact in and around Amherst.

As a senior in high school and an Ambassador Girl Scout with Amherst Troop 11607, Anya earned the prestigious Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouts. A dedicated member since grade school, she devoted countless hours to volunteer work before receiving this recognition.

For her award-winning project, Anya tackled the issue of fast fashion’s environmental impact. She invested over 94 hours and $500 into her initiative, leading a two-week upcycling and sustainable fashion class at her high school and hosting a two-hour workshop for young girls. She also created a website compiling resources and action items to encourage sustainable fashion choices.

Now a full-time neuroscience and psychology student at Virginia Tech, Anya continues to support Girl Scouts seasonally, staying connected to the organization that helped shape her leadership journey.

Congratulations, Anya Merriman-Mix!

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