Driving Equity: Kalpana Bhandarkar's Vision for ERASE Racism and Beyond
“My message to young professionals looking to give back is First, figure out what you’re passionate about. What in your lived experience or professional experience helps drive your passion? Where do you see unmet need or injustices that you want to contribute to? What level of commitment do you want to have?” Today’s woman dreamer, Kalpana Bhandarkar, is the Principal of Spring Bhee Advisory and Co-Chair of the Board of Erase Racism. In this interview with Women Who Win for our “Women in Philanthropy” series with Akshaya Patra USA, Kalpana shares how she aims to empower communities through her work, why the Akshaya Patra cause resonates with her, and her crucial advice to young professionals seeking to give back.
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The Art Affair: Ruchika Yadav Shares Her Journey in Accounting, Saheli Boston, and Giving Back
“We want to reach out to community through the universal medium of Art. We are so excited to bring The Art Affair back with a big bang this year. Art has the power to transcend boundaries and heal hearts.” Today’s woman dreamer, Ruchika Yadav, is a chartered accountant with a passion for giving back and the creative arts. In her Women Who Win interview, Ruchika shares her personal and professional journey in public accounting at the Big 4 Firms, and how she gives back and serves the community. She shares exciting details about the upcoming Saheli Boston “The Art Affair” event coming up on August 20th! Check out her inspiring story and this wonderful event!
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Renowned Author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni Shares Journey with Empowering Women through Writing, Philanthropy, and More
“Read a lot! Unless you read, you cannot become a good writer. Books have been wonderful teachers for me.” Today’s woman dreamer, Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is a woman to know in the arts & literature world. She has published 20 books including Palace of Illusions and The Last Queen, and her short stories have been published in The New Yorker, Vogue etc. She is also dedicated to giving back. We are excited to share this inspiring interview in our Women in Philanthropy series, in collaboration with Akshaya Patra. Enjoy!
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Be Intentional in Your Life - Bright Horizons Co-Founder and Boston Foundation Chair Linda Mason Reflects on Her Life’s Journey
“I hope that all people can be empowered to follow the path they want and to be the fullest version of themselves.” Today’s woman dreamer, Linda Mason, is the Chair of Boston Foundation and Co-founder of Bright Horizons, the largest world-wide provider of worksite childcare, early education, and education advising. A true trailblazer, she has been recognized as one of Business Week’s “Best Entrepreneurs,” and in Working Mother Magazine’s “25 most influential working mothers in America.” In this inspiring interview with Women Who Win, Linda reflects on her journey and what made her the woman she is today (did you know she was a classical pianist?), and her philanthropic mission. Enjoy her story.
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Creating Change - Boston Nonprofit Leader Ajita Bhat Shares Key Lessons from Akshaya Patra Foundation and More
“Women empowerment happens when one can become stronger and more confident in their own life. It could also mean helping others to become stronger either mentally, socially, or economically.” Today’s woman dreamer, Ajita Bhat, has been working with NGOs for over 30 years, and is currently the Co-Chair of Akshaya Patra Foundation Boston Chapter, and is the President of Chinmaya Mission Boston temples. She reflects on her journey with these empowering organizations and shares her top tips to women looking to get involved in nonprofits and leadership. A true changemaker - we are excited to share her story!
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Service Above Self: From Rotary Club to 25 Years of Service at Saheli, Rita Shah Shares What's Next in Her Powerful Journey
“I Admire all Women of the world. I am woman, mother, wife, daughter, daughter in-law and Mother-in–law. It took whole village to raise me in a human being that I am today.” Today’s woman dreamer, Rita Shah, is a true community service leader. From President of the Burlington Breakfast Rotary Club to 25 years at Saheli to her work with Friends of Indian Senior Citizen Organization, Rita has touched many lives along the way through her compassion and dedication to service. She shares the lessons she learned from the different mentors in her life, and what’s next for her!
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Switching Careers: From Engineering to Nonprofits, Women's Foundation of Boston Senior Executive Shares Her Story
“Two constants in my life have been a love of math and science and a desire to help others. “ Today’s woman dreamer, Tulika Hainsworth, shares her exciting career journey, in the worlds of engineering, CSR, and nonprofits. As Senior Executive of the Women’s Foundation of Boston, Tulika shares her top 4 fundraising tips for female founders, challenges she navigated as a woman in the workplace, and her love for volunteering with wonderful organizations like Society of Women Engineers and Shishu Bharati. Her advice for all women, “Cultivate your personal board of directors – a group of people who know you really well, who support you unconditionally, but who will be willing to disagree with your ideas and provide honest feedback.” Enjoy her story below!
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