Anika Flores, a first-generation Filipino immigrant in Canada, witnessed the mistreatment of women in the Philippines, igniting her passion for advocating for the voiceless, especially women. Engaging in initiatives like WAIA brings her joy, complementing her hobbies like dance, blogging (check out tom._.blog on Instagram), and art. Her aim is to leverage her fluency in Filipino to make a meaningful impact on her home country's community by addressing crucial issues through advocacy within WAIA.