This episode features Suvarna Raj, an international para-athlete, dedicated disability rights activist, and Managing Director of Sugamya. As the first disabled woman nominated as a Changemaker Finalist for the 2024 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Awards, Suvarna shares her powerful journey overcoming societal and infrastructural barriers. She discusses the challenges faced by persons with disabilities, her advocacy for accessible infrastructure, and her vision to make India fully accessible for all. Suvarna also reflects on her work with Sugamya, her experiences as a woman in para-sports, and the importance of creating an inclusive society where everyone can thrive.

In this episode of the Anahita Speaker Series, Sindhu Gangadharan, Managing Director of SAP Labs India and Chairperson at NASSCOM, shares her inspiring journey from starting as a software developer to becoming one of the leading voices in the world of technology. She discusses her experiences working across different cultures, her dedication to inclusive leadership, and her role in driving AI adoption in businesses. Sindhu also emphasizes the importance of having more women in technology and how mentorship, continuous learning, and resilience are key to success in this fast-paced industry.

This Anahita Speaker Series episode features Preeti Aghalayam, is the first woman to head an IIT as the Director-in-Charge and Dean, School of Engineering & Science, Zanzibar Campus, IIT Madras. In this episode, Preeti shares her journey and insights on leadership, innovation, and the critical role of women in STEM fields.

Join us for a captivating conversation with renowned Kathak dancer, Shivani Varma. In this episode, she shares her inspiring journey from a young lawyer-to-be to an internationally acclaimed artist.

In this episode of the Anahita Speaker Series, we are joined by Neelam Babardesai, Head of Sports at Tata Trusts. Neelam discusses her inspiring journey in sports development and the impactful initiatives led by Tata Trusts to promote sports at the grassroots level in India.

In this episode of the Anahita Speaker Series, Divya Jain, founder of Safeducate, shares her journey in the fields of economics, finance, and social entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of choice and the exciting opportunities that came with studying economics and finance in the early 2000s.

In this episode of the Anahita Speaker Series, Shaheen Mistry, CEO of Teach for India, shares her journey and insights on education. she discusses the future of Teach for India and its goal of creating 50,000 leaders to provide a transformational education to one in ten children in India.

Tanvi Madan discusses her academic journey and motivations in the field of international relations. She highlights the importance of women's voices in shaping foreign policy and the need for institutional mechanisms to promote inclusivity. Dr. Madan also shares her observations on the changing perception of India in the global context. Outside of her professional life, she finds joy in family, friends, food, fiction, and travel. Her future goals include writing another book and continuing her podcast.

In this episode, Zainab Patel shares her transformative journey. She began with a difficult childhood and went on to work with the UN, where she addressed health and human rights. Now a champion for diversity, she talks to us about transgender rights, effective workplace inclusivity, successful initiatives and policies, and her vision for the future.

Explore the fascinating world of behavioral science in this episode of the Anahita Speaker Series. Pooja Haldea unravels the intricacies of human behavior, emphasizing its impact on strengthening policies at the grassroots level. The episode covers Pooja's journey from a curious mind to a professional powerhouse, insights gained from a 20-year career spanning consulting, advising both the private and the social sector, to the application of behavioral insights for societal good in areas such as public health, climate change, nutrition, data privacy, and financial inclusion.

Kavya Palavalasa, Research Assistant and Program Coordinator for the Political Economy Program at Carnegie India.

Pooja Haldea, a distinguished expert in Behavioral Science, is a Senior Advisor at the Center for Social and Behavioral Change (CSBC), Ashoka University. With a rich professional background, Pooja has contributed her expertise to organizations such as McKinsey and System1Research. Her journey reflects a commitment to leveraging behavioral insights for positive societal impact. As a seasoned professional, Pooja brings valuable perspectives to the conversation on the intersection of behavioral science, technology, and societal change.

In this episode, explore the remarkable venture of Smriti Rajgarhia as she shares insights from her personal life story to striding success in creating the largest arts festival in India. Join us as we delve into the extraordinary work of artists, aesthetics and art spaces, unveiling the potential of technology in shaping museums and art festivals in India.

In this episode, Sharmista Appaya shares how her life choices strengthened her role as Senior Digital Development Specialist in the World Bank Group. With an empathetic approach to the development sector, she shares her thoughts on gender disparity and barriers to financial inclusion for women.