Elyzabeth Andersen earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Education at California State University, Monterey Bay. She is a member of the Reproductive Health Equity Project’s Youth Advisory Board. She is passionate about removing systemic barriers to ensure equitable access to the education and healthcare systems, especially among underserved and underrepresented communities. She hopes to improve her understanding of the legislative process, learn strategies to influence change, and develop connections that can further advocacy efforts to provide support for foster youth.