Laalitya was named as a Global Teen Leader for her work in STEM Research and Advocacy. Both are passions of Laalitya as she wants to improve the world around her. The GTL Program identifies the brightest leaders in today's world and then works with these leaders to bring change into fruition. 
Laalitya is currently working with her fellow GTLs to develop systems, research and programs to improve mental health (especially during the COVID-19 crisis),  the water gap and more. 
Through her work, she has been able to develop multiple systems to help improve global issues/inequalities. She attended the annual GTL Summit to continue to work on her ideas.