A rigorous academic and athletic routine has shaped Katelyn Hope Cabral into a strong and spirited teenager.

Katelyn is a 15-year-old honor student at Lucaya International School. She serves in leadership roles for several extra-curricular activities including deputy secretary general of the Model United Nations club, founding president of GirlUp Bahamas – a United Nations advocacy and service club for adolescent girls – and the treasurer of Interact International.

Much of Katelyn’s time is spent in the swimming pool. As a Bahamas National Swim Team member, Katelyn has participated in four CARIFTA swimming championships, the 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games and international competitions throughout the Caribbean and United States.

Katelyn enjoys acting in community stage productions. She embraces her diversity and believes that all people should be proud of their differences, as ultimately it’s those differences that define you.