“The key advantage of self-publishing is being able to create the book exactly as you want it. You have the final say on the book cover, the message that you want to convey and how you want to convey it.” Have you ever dreamed of publishing a book? Today’s woman dreamer, Ritu Kapur, shares her exciting journey in getting her first book, Teach Yoga Touch Hearts self-published. A passionate writer and yoga instructor, Ritu was inspired to step out of her comfort zone and put her knowledge to paper. A must read for budding female authors, check out Ritu’s actionable tips to self-publishing!
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“We want young women who will change the world - movers & shakers. We wanted to send the message that women’s education is to be valued.” We are honored to share a powerful conversation with Mr. Jack Meyer. Mr. Jack R. Meyer, Former President and CEO of Harvard Management Company, Chairman Emeritus, Board of Directors of Asian University for Women (AUW) Support Foundation; He speaks on “Women’s Education in Developing Nations”, as the “Silver Bullet” that treats everything. And also the terrific job done by Mr. Kamal Ahmed (Founder of AUW), AUW, the US military, US Universities, and several other groups who have come together to help and continue to help the 148 Afghan female young students who left Kabul in Aug 2021 to re-settle in the US. Mr. Meyer has managed Harvard University’s endowment for over 15 years and the Rockefeller Foundation’s endowment . In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation with Women Who Win host Anita Chitnis, they discuss AUW’s mission, women’s global education, and how we can get involved!
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People with IDDs (intellectual and developmental disabilities) continue to be essentially invisible to the healthcare community, suffering from unique healthcare disparities which have been especially brought to light in the era of COVID-19. However, there are some individuals who have been fighting for the rights of this group for many years. Today’s woman dreamer is Dr. Susan Abend, an internist and endocrinologist who has made it her mission to fix the healthcare disparities for this group, both in clinical practice and through her nonprofit organization, The Right Care Now Project. In this enlightening and powerful conversation with our global Health contributor, Priya Dharampuriya, they discuss her journey with Right Care Now, and how other women can get involved in this crucial initiative. Join us for another Women’s Health Wednesday!
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“I am the first Black woman to chair the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of women in its history.” Today’s woman dreamer Denella J Clark is the President of the Boston Arts Academy Foundation. A proud Jamaican Immigrant and female activist, Denella started her career in the fashion world, studying at FIT, before she discovered her passion for nonprofits. She believes strongly that all young people must be given the opportunities they deserve to live the life they imagine. She states, “The biggest thing I have learned is that the things you would expect in 2022 to be laws are NOT laws. I see a space where I can advocate for change, for laws that protect all people – women in particular.” A multi-faceted leader, Denella is a true “Women Who Win! Enjoy her story!
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I believe each of us on this planet have an inherent love for nature from the time we're born. I'm yet to come across anyone who doesn't like nature, that's how powerful nature is! It's only a matter of time that we all get to give back something to nature. Today’s woman dreamer, Vidya Venkatesh, is the Director of the Last Wilderness Foundation, an organization leading the way for India’s wildlife conservation. A passionate environmentalist, Vidya shares the most rewarding projects she has worked on, her advice to other women interested in the field, and her dream for India to emerge as a knowledge partner to the rest of the world in the field of Human-Wildlife Coexistence practices. Enjoy her inspiring story!
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“I was so lost in the euphoria of the moment, that I completely forgot my disability. “Today’s woman dreamer Shanti Nair has dealt with a challenging journey with polio, and was wheelchair bound. An adventurous spirit at heart, Shanti moved to the US at a young age to pursue her career and education, and loves trying new activities (sailing, dancing, kayaking etc) despite adversities. In an inspiring interview with one of our host, Anita Chitnis, Shanti shares her experience growing up with polio, and how she seeks to empower others!
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“A friend of mine recently asked me to create a ‘title’ for my career. I decided on ‘The Road Less Traveled’ because I have always done what felt right for me even if it was not what people considered a traditional route - and that is what keeps it interesting.” Today’s woman dreamer, Debbie Millen, is an advisor and the former COO of Globalization Partners, a company enabling businesses to quickly and easily expand across the globe. In this inspiring interview, Debbie shares her drive to work with organizations that “feed her soul”, such as being a board member of the Special Olympics of MA and an advisor to The Commonwealth Institute. An inspiring international business woman, Debbie shares her top tips that every female founder must think about as they scale their businesses globally. Enjoy her insightful story!
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“The connection I felt to these ladies is just what I needed to stay motivated in these tough times. We formed a sisterhood” Today’s woman dreamer, Manvee Vaid is a dedicated social entrepreneur, empowering women across India’s vast artisan community. Artisans are the backbone of India’s non-farm rural economy, and the workforce is primarily made up of women. These communities faced significant challenges during Covid-19 that many of us aren’t aware from. from lack of raw materials to lockdowns and closures of factories. Manvee’s mission is to bring a voice to these artisans, who carry India’s rich history and tradition through their work. In this inspiring interview, Manvee shares her exciting journey as a social entrepreneur, and her passion for building community.
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This year's New York Fashion Week signifies hope to create a better precedent for diversity in the fashion world. It is that time of the year - New York Fashion Week! Our social media intern and today’s woman dreamer, Dia Arora recaps some of this year’s best looks, highlighting some of the key designers that are bringing diversity to the high fashion scene. From Christian Siriano who is embracing body positivity and gender non-binary models to Claudia Li who embraces her Asian American identity through her design, check out some of this year’s iconic looks! Thank you Dia for sharing your perspective!
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Happy Valentine’s Day! (and of course, Happy Galentine’s Day too! In case you missed it, check out the recording of our live Love & Relationships event. We brought two leading experts in the field. Panelists include Lana Bastianutti, a certified life coach who is passionate about helping women be their best selves, and Shalini Singh, founder of “andwemet”, an online matchmaking service based in India, and was moderated by the talented Dr. Kinna Patel, our newest Women Who Win host! They bring a thought-provoking and relatable conversation on all things love, including healthy relationships, how to find the right dating app for you, red flags, self love, healthy breakups, marriage, and more! We hope you enjoy our Valentine’s Day special!
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WELL-BEHAVED INDIAN WOMEN - “I grew up craving fiction featuring strong South Asian women and at the end of college, decided to try writing my own. “ Today’s woman dreamer, Saumya Dave is a leading psychiatrist, author, and a frequent voice on NBC News. Aiming to address mental health throughout her platforms, Saumya brings her expertise to the crucial topic - what is the role of family and culture on mental health? Enjoy her story!
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“I was the only female in my program when I joined my surgical residency, including all of the attendings/staff. It was a “boy’s club” in every sense of the way. While all of my male co-residents got addressed as “Doctor,” I was more often than not addressed as “sweetie” or “hon.” Today’s woman dreamer, Dr. Kinna Patel, is Foot and Ankle Surgeon practicing in Georgia with a passion for women empowerment. In this relatable and thought-provoking piece, Kinna reflects on her journey as a female surgeon, from being the only woman in her residency, building relationships with male & female patients, and how she navigated gender biases throughout her career.
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“To be candid, becoming a wedding planner after getting married was the furthest thing from what I wanted to be.” Today’s woman dreamer, Tanvi Desai Rana, is a woman to know in the wedding and events industry. As the lead planner of Mint To Be Events, Tanvi has planned weddings all over the world for the past 12 years. Tanvi reflects on her career, including the first wedding she ever planned, and shares her expert tips on hiring a planner versus DIY, Covid-19 Precautions, budgeting, and bringing your dream wedding to light. She shares, “The advice I would give to my younger self and other wedding planners is to embrace wedding planning as an opportunity to touch people’s lives.” Enjoy Tanvi’s story!
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LET’S TALK RURAL HEALTH AND HEALTHCARE ACCESS. Having health insurance is a major contributor to better health outcomes. Due to the high cost of healthcare, those without health insurance are less likely to seek out adequate care. In Tennessee for example, up to 10% of the population lives without health insurance, placing those with chronic illnesses in a particularly difficult situation. The survival of these populations rely heavily on the efforts of those in the medical field who are willing to bridge this gap. A beautiful example of this is Good Faith Clinic, located in rural Athens, Tennessee. Today’s woman dreamer, Norma Barham, has been volunteering with the Good Faith Clinic for over 14 years, providing healthcare to low income patients in Tennessee, often without health insurance. This article was written by guest contributor Elizabeth Taylor and our global health contributor, Priya Dharampuriya, both medical students with a passion for healthcare equality and access. In this thought-provoking interview, they discuss the role rural clinics have in our health system, the challenges these clinics face, and some of the key issues and trends with patients in these communities. A topical and relevant interview, join us for Women’s Health Wednesday!
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“I realized if I was going to show up for real, I needed to know who I am - FOR REAL. Today’s woman dreamer, Dion Johnson, is a multi-award-winning Women's champion, with a mission to “re-power women” to drive change and embrace who they are. Born with a facial disfigurement, Dion learned at an early age that we have to unmask and show up FOR REAL. Having worked with hundreds of rising women leaders, Dion emphasizes that this is the time to bring influential women to the forefront. She writes, “Womanity is innately powerful, she is gifted, strong, nurturing, intuitive, caring, compassionate fierce and influential. I believe marketplace leadership needs authentic womanity now, like never before, if we are ever going to win the war against some of our most persistent global marketplace predicaments such as inequality, injustice, all forms of “ISMS”, ill-health and indifference.” An inspiring coach and strategic ally, Dion shares her “5 Step Checklist for Change”. for all women. Enjoy her powerful story!
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“Being able to take care of their own physical and mental health needs is important for Asian women, who are often the caretakers for others. Gaining the skills and knowledge to make healthy decisions is not only important for personal health, but strengthens the community as well.” Inspired by her own personal journey with breast cancer, today’s woman dreamer is a leader to know in the healthcare world. Chien-Chi Huang is the founder of Asian Women for Health, paving the way for the healthcare industry to better address the needs of Asian-Americans. We are excited to share her story for this week’s Women’s Health Wednesday!
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“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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