Aria in the World
Aria Kottaka Raj was named the Exclusive Diamond-level Presenting Sponsor of Lemonade with Ice's 10th Annual Gala — a non-profit dedicated to empowering youth through education. A reminder that leadership isn't defined by age, and that even the youngest hearts can create extraordinary change.
A packed school library, hundreds of students on the floor — all gathered to celebrate the launch of I.D.E.A Superstar. A standing ovation for a 9-year-old author.
Aria took the stage as a special guest speaker at Baker Hughes's DEI event — inspiring an audience of professionals with her message of inclusion and equity.
Aria presented her I.D.E.A framework at The Village School's STEAM Day MIT Challenge, demonstrating how inclusion and equity are as essential to innovation as science itself.
I.D.E.A Superstar was selected and featured on Deloitte's curated DEI reading storefront — recognising Aria's work as a meaningful resource for building inclusive cultures.
Aria took the floor at The Village School's Innovation Day, presenting her I.D.E.A framework to fellow students and educators — inspiring the next generation to think about inclusion as an act of innovation.
"From Separation to Inclusion: How Aria Became an I.D.E.A Superstar" — Aria's story and mission have been featured across multiple magazines and publications, amplifying the message of inclusion to audiences far beyond Houston.
"Aria Kottaka Raj — a young Viking with a heart full of hope — is spreading her message of inclusion, diversity, and equity. Age is never a barrier to making a difference." Featured by Lemonade with Ice, a 501(c)(3) non-profit empowering young girls.
True to the spirit of I.D.E.A, Aria donated all proceeds from the sale of her book to Save the Children — a global non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of children worldwide.