Sanda is the co-founder of YVote, a nonprofit that empowers young people to become informed, engaged voters and civic leaders through youth-led programs and New York City-based civic initiatives. Passionate about helping youth connect their interests with civic action, Sanda has focused on equipping the next generation to transform the political landscape by holding elected officials accountable and advocating for social justice. In July 2024, she became the Executive Director of Project Pericles, a higher education nonprofit dedicated to fostering civic leadership through innovative curricula and faculty engagement. With over three decades of experience in education and youth development, Sanda has held roles at the NYC Department of Education, Ford Foundation, Goldman Sachs Foundation, and various nonprofits. She serves on the boards of Generation Vote, Chalkbeat, and The Hope Reichbach Memorial Fund, working to enhance youth civic engagement, education, and social justice.