"Absolutely nothing is so important for a nation’s culture as its language."

-Wilhelm von Humboldt, 1767 - 1835

About Us

An introduction to us, as the founders of Switcheroo.
Person 1

Joseph Zhan

Hi. My name is Joseph. I am a senior at Balboa High School as of 12/2/24. My favorite foods are sushi and marshmallows. I like to play badminton and read manga + light novels in my free time.


This project was inspired by my experience of being the main translator in my family. I wish that a service like this could've existed, since it would make life a lot easier for my family, and families that share a similar experience.

Person 2

Afia Shaikh

Hello! My name is Afia and I'm a senior at Lowell High School. My favorite hobbies are playing basketball, reading, and learning new things.

This project was also inspiried by my experience by helping my family fill out forms and help translate words that they dont know of. I wish this service was also provided for my parents as it would've been much more simple and helpful for them.

We believe in the power of language to bring people together and open doors to opportunities. Our mission is to make learning more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.