The Next Gen Awards 2024 | BOP Alumni Of The Year Winner Bhavya-Ashutosh Vaitha
This year, The Next Gen Awards received over 100 nominations from across the country, showcasing the remarkable talents of young people dedicated to making an impact.
The competition was fierce, with so many inspiring projects and ideas submitted by students eager to change the world.
Last night they were excited to officially announce their 2024 Next Gen Award Winners – which included our very own Year 10 student Bhavya-Ashutosh Vaitha as The BOP Alumni Of The Year.
Ashutosh was also a finalist in the Young Entrepreneur of the Year and the Young Innovator of the Year Award categories.
He is one of seven major winners who have displayed phenomenal skill, dedication and conscientiousness in creating innovative solutions in business, leadership, education.
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The BOP Alumni Of The Year
Bhavya-Ashutosh Vaitha
Queensland | Canterbury College
Ashutosh has been part of BOP Programs for three years, and during this time, he created PEETA, an innovative app inspired by his non-verbal brother, Vishan.
PEETA helps individuals with autism communicate by integrating sign language, body language, and speech.
He also developed VOCA, a personalised communication system with tailored levels to meet different needs.
Ashutosh’s entrepreneurial journey began in Year 7 through BOP’s Young Business Leaders Program, and he’s now building a business dedicated to improving communication for those with autism.