Who We Are

The e3 initiative is a student-led initiative committed to advancing understanding at the critical intersection of equity, economics, and ethnicity. We aim to amplify minority voices, highlight overlooked local and historical experiences, and bridge academic research with community storytelling.

What We Do

We conduct rigorous, interdisciplinary research that examines how economic systems, policies, and practices affect the economic experience of ethnic communities. Our work includes interviews, research papers, articles, and community projects aimed towards building greater equity in the future.

Team collaborating on research

Our Team

Akshat Sawner

Cofounder

Bio coming soon.

Minghao Gu

Cofounder

Minghao is a junior at Solon High School. He plans to double major in ethnic studies/anthropology and economics in college. He was a former intern at Pasquines writing articles before leaving to start the e3 initiative.

Our Approach

We believe in:

Community Voices

We elevate lived experiences through interviews and personal storytelling.

Cross-sector collaboration

We work with local leaders, nonprofits, and businesses.

Findings

We translate findings into meaningful stories highlight economic resilience.