It’s not always about me.
I care about using what I love to create opportunities, support communities, and learn from people around me.
elderly residents heard piano melodies in nursing homes
raised for Türkiye-Syria earthquake relief
children aged 7-15 joined hands-on science and play at Gia An
of stationery raised for a primary school near Siem Reap
Performed piano melodies for 20+ elderly residents in nursing homes, creating opportunities for companionship and collective enjoyment.
Using music to brighten their days, fostering social connection between the young and old generations, and bringing moments of comfort and nostalgia.
Organized a fundraiser for Türkiye-Syria earthquake relief by preparing and selling homemade food to students and staff.
Mobilized the school community to raise over $1,000 in support of communities affected by the disaster.
Facilitated hands-on science experiments and play-based activities for 12 children aged 7-15 with intellectual disabilities, fostering sensory awareness and exploration.
Designed community activities to strengthen social bonds among children and encourage thoughtful parent-child interactions.
Developed “Ruru’s Calm Corner Kit” with music and resources for schools from impoverished areas. Provided teachers and parents with accessible emotional-support tools for children in communities where resources are limited.
The full project“Minh, Pring!” - my Cambodian friend Sen teaching me the name of a Khmer fruit
Led 40 students to a remote village near Siem Reap, Cambodia and built an eco-bungalow to support the local ecotourism industry. Raised $900 of stationery for the entire primary school nearby.
Developed “Ruru’s Calm Corner Kit” with music and resources for schools from impoverished areas.