For student Varsha Kodali, embracing different cultures is a very important aspect in a student’s life. This mindset inspired her to resurrect the JWAC club, or the Junior World Affairs Council.

“We embrace diversities and talk about different cultures and international affiliations,” Kodali said.

She was inspired to start the club because she believed it would benefit the student body as a whole.

“I think it’s important to accept our differences and embrace diversities and educate people about world views,” she said.

Students can expect to gain more respect for different cultures and learn the importance of acceptance.

“People can be more knowledgeable about diversity. Another one of our main goals is that we aspire to help dispel stereotypes,” Kodali said.

One of the main events that the club puts on is the Culture Fair. This is an event where students and other clubs in the school can come together and learn about different cultures.

“Every year we host a culture fair which incorporates all of the ethnic clubs in the school, and they are welcome to have booths at the fair. We have food from different cultures and talk about what makes the cultures unique,” she said.

The club as a whole teaches students to value other cultures, as well as be more knowledgeable in the real world when addressing people of other nationalities.

“We aim to inform and educate students about different ethnicities and their cultures and traditions,” Kodali said.

The club is still young and is always looking for eager students who desire more knowledge.

“We are hoping to increase in size so that our outreach is greater. We want everyone to learn to embrace their differences,” she said.

The club is a great way for students to learn about things that may be out of their comfort zones and to embrace the qualities that make them unique.

“Everyone is different and we need to accept our differences and learn to put aside our hatred and love one another,” Kodali said.