Tanaya Safi is a high school junior who has already produced three award-winning C-SPAN documentaries. In this episode of Lights, Camera, Learn, Tanaya shares how her passion for storytelling, editing, and advocacy has shaped her journey through student media. She explains how media can turn complex issues into accessible, meaningful stories that inspire change. She reflects on the mentors and classroom experiences that encouraged her to try every role in production, discover her voice, and develop confidence both on and off camera. Tanaya also offers thoughtful insight into the ethical use of AI in education, the importance of curiosity, and why students should never turn down an opportunity that excites them.