Manali
Position: Pre-Law Fund Recipient
Manali (she/her) is a dedicated advocate for immigrant rights and an aspiring attorney committed to immigrant justice and community-led change. Inspired by her parents’ sacrifices and the resilience of her community, she is driven to uplift those often overlooked in mainstream immigration narratives.
With a B.A. in International Development Studies from UCLA and experience at the frontlines of immigration law firms, nonprofit organizations, and advocacy initiatives, Manali bridges academic rigor with hands-on legal exposure. Her journey has been profoundly shaped by Vanessa Frank’s mentorship, who instilled in her the values of grassroots organizing, immigration justice, community empowerment, and the power of creating change.
Through various community-led campaigns, policy advocacy, and coalition-building, Manali leads and fights for initiatives and policies that expand immigrant protections. Working alongside leading experts in the nation, legal organizations, and advocates, she remains driven to amplify underrepresented voices and advocate for lasting change.
For Manali, this is more than a career—it is a calling to honor those who paved the way and ensure future generations of immigrants are heard, protected, and empowered.
