ImaginACTION is a youth-led organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of creatives to harness the power of art for meaningful global impact. We aim to educate and raise awareness on pressing world issues while fostering a supportive community for young artists. By providing a platform for budding talents to showcase their works, we bridge the gap between social change and art. Our mission is to inspire youth to actively engage with their communities and contribute towards a better world.
Get to know the creative visionaries behind ImaginACTION.
Sophia Battle
Founder, Executive Director
A high school senior from Los Angeles, she bridges the gap between art and social change by founding ImaginACTION to educate, empower, and inspire youth creatives through the universal language of art; providing resources and a platform for underprivileged communities and artists alike to showcase their talents. A lifelong artist and activist, co-founder of Track 2 Give Back, officer of Bee The Hope, and varsity captain/ASB representative of her school's Cross Country and Track & Field teams, she is committed to shaping the next generation of artists.
Isobelle Zambrano
Chief Operations Officer
A high school senior from Los Angeles pursuing the vitality of public health for low-income communities, she expands available medical resources and addresses the lack of funding towards medicine education and practices. A Filipino American who is heavily involved in the art community, Team Spark host of Discovery Cube LA, captain of her school's Cross Country team, and historian of Outdoor Stoics, she is dedicated to educate young minds through using art and creative expression as a tool for change.
Joaquin Ortega-Tomaselli
Chief Financial Officer
A high school senior from Los Angeles, he is committed to excellence in academics and athletics. As a member of the Global Business and Finance Program at his high school, he aims to drive social change by educating others on financial literacy. A four-year varsity athlete in Cross Country and Track and Field, officer of Bee The Hope and Exito En Mano, he is experienced in teamwork and making an impact on his community.
Dylan Moreno
Director of Philanthropy
A high school senior and aspiring engineer from Los Angeles, he is passionate about building safe, sustainable infrastructure that utilizes creative approaches towards protecting underdeveloped communities and improving lives.
Mauricio Campos
Communications and Outreach
A high school senior and aspiring lawyer from Los Angeles, he aims to empower the future generation of lawyers and bring resources to underfunded and underrepresented communities of young creatives. Majority of his life has been involved in politics, public speaking, youth empowerment, and activism. Founder of Exito En Mano, Captain of his school's Mock Trial Team, and avid volunteer, he is committed to influencing the change he seeks in the world.
Cayla Matsumoto
Social Media Manager
A high school senior from Los Angeles, she blends leadership and creativity to advocate for change. Editor-in-Chief of her school's Yearbook and award-winning Model UN delegate, she is dedicated to capturing memories and proposing real-world solutions. With ImaginACTION, she is ready to further empower future youth creatives, leaving a lasting impact on her community.