First and foremost, I must commend Equal Justice America for the incredible fundraising efforts it puts forth in order to offer this fellowship to such a vast number of students. Paid public interest internships are rare commodities, and many graduates simply cannot afford to pursue the work they love – serving under privileged communities – while making a living wage. Support from EJA extends these once unreachable opportunities to aspiring legal students, offering them personal enrichment, professional experience, and the chance to instigate tangible, positive change in the lives of others. As a recipient of such generosity, I am thankful beyond words.