About Us

Pradnya Cowlagi is the founder and executive director of The Fine Print Project. She started The Fine Print Project as an educational project that aims to demystify the legal, civic, and political systems that shape our lives.

 She is also a social entrepreneur who founded Aptus Design to bring high quality design to all, particularly nonprofits and small businesses. She serves as a member of the Massachusetts Attorney General's Youth Council. 

In her spare time, she is a mock trial attorney, state championship-winning coxswain, speech and debate competitor, and avid writer. 

Myra Buch is the Director of Research of The Fine Print Project and an aspiring political journalist with a strong interest in making our legal and civic systems more accessible to young people. 

A current senior at Westborough High School, Myra has gained leadership experience in student advocacy and organizational governance through serving on Class Office and the Westborough Youth Commission Counsel. 

She has also interned at the District Attorney’s Office, where she gained firsthand exposure to the legal system and its role in the community. As an editor of her school newspaper, she focuses on clear, impactful reporting and thoughtful analysis of current events.

In her spare time, Myra is a long-time volunteer with the Helping Hands nonprofit, where she has spent five years organizing fundraisers, coordinating donation drives, and supporting local Massachusetts refugee groups. She also enjoys traveling, writing, and discovering new cuisines wherever she goes.

Anna Menyalkin is the Director of Marketing of The Fine Print Project, and a person who is especially interested in utilizing creativity to encourage and empower young people to feel more confident engaging with complex social and political issues.

Currently a junior at Shrewsbury High School, Anna has developed strong leadership skills through her active involvement in several musical ensembles, where she not only participates but also helps guide and support her peers. Through these experiences — particularly working with and teaching individuals from diverse backgrounds — she has come to recognize the importance of advocacy, social equity, and ensuring that all voices are heard and valued.

In her spare time, she enjoys playing soccer, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and volunteering within her community.

Des Nichols is the Director of Outreach for The Fine Print Project. Since he was young, he has seen the gaps in political and legal literacy and developed a passion for helping others better understand the systems that shape their lives. He is committed to empowering both present and future generations to become more informed and engaged in the political landscape around them.

Currently a junior at Shrewsbury High School, Des serves as Class President, where he works to foster a culture of awareness, collaboration, and leadership within his community. His involvement in music ensembles, multiple sports, and leadership seminars—along with continued volunteer work—has shaped him into a well-rounded and driven leader.

Coming from a family with three generations of political involvement, Des has developed a deep appreciation for civic engagement. Whether it is researching elections, campaigning at the polls for his uncle, or seeking opportunities to expand his understanding of public policy and governance, he consistently pursues his passion for politics with energy and purpose.

In his free time, Des enjoys playing baseball, lifting weights, being the lead singer of his band, and playing leisurely card games with friends and grandparents.