Tatiyana is an 18-year-old environmental steward from Cleveland, Ohio. Her passion for the outdoors began in childhood, as she explored Ohio’s Metro Parks and attended nature camps. Over time, that curiosity grew into a commitment to environmental advocacy. Through programs at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Tatiyana has become actively involved in conservation education, civic action, and organizing Party for the Planet, an Earth Day celebration hosted by AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums. She also leads peer study groups for AP Environmental Science throughout the school year. As an EarthEco Youth Ambassador, she is passionate about helping others understand the importance of protecting biodiversity from pollutants and making civic action accessible to all. Tatiyana is on track to study International Relations and Environmental Policy at the University of Cincinnati after high school. Outside of this, she enjoys crafting, working out, and spending time with friends and family.