Anthony Padnos is a Junior at Mira Costa High School. He strongly believes in the power of open dialogue and free expression. With experience in Model United Nations (MUN), he has developed critical thinking, global affairs and international relations skills. Anthony also leads the Manhattan Beach Middle School MUN Club, mentoring students in debate and preparing them for high school programs.

Alongside MUN, Anthony is passionate about art and uses it to make a positive impact. His social media posts on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram, have gained “AnthArt” a significant following with over 200,000 followers. AnthArt creates shareable content and instructional videos to inspire others. Anthony also developed an art curriculum used in the South Bay Young At Art program, benefiting elementary and middle school children. As President of the Mira Costa Art Ventures Club, he organizes free art lessons for disadvantaged youths at downtown Los Angeles homeless shelters, supported by AnthArt’s brand partners who provide free supplies.

Looking to the future, Anthony envisions a world where communication transcends ideological divides and misinformation. He hopes that by promoting free expression through art and fostering open dialogue through MUN, people can reconnect and learn to truly listen to one another. Anthony firmly believes that through these endeavors, significant strides can be made to bring about genuine change and goodness in the world.