The Future of Media and Entertainment: Hindustan Times Senior Entertainment Editor Monika Rawal Shares Her Story
With the explosion of social media in the last one decade and the ever expanding reach of OTT platforms and Internet in remote areas, I see the reach of media expanding in a huge way. Today’s woman dreamer, Monika Rawal is is Senior Entertainment Editor at Hindustan Times, and has more than a decade of experience with various streams in media. A movie buff, a foodie and a travel junkie, with a sharp wit, she believes a go-getter attitude is paramount for success and is on a mission to mentor future journalists and creators. In her Women Who Win interview, she shares her journey, her thoughts on the everchanging media landscape, and memorable experiences interviewing Bollywood celebrities. Enjoy!
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Sunayana Kachroo Shares Her Mission to Preserve Kashmiri Culture Through Film, Poetry, and Creative Writing
“I see myself as a cultural activist. Kashmiri culture is facing an extinction. Through my work I have tried to bring the Kashmiri language back into the mainstream.” .Today’s woman dreamer, Sunayana Kachroo is an award-winning Poet, Filmwriter, Producer, Lyricist and a Columnist, with a passion for highlighting her Kashmiri culture and heritage in her work. Her work has been screened at many prestigious film festivals like Cannes, MAMI and Austin Film Festival, and shines light on relevant topics around the globe, including women empowerment, love, healing, and more. In her Women Who Win interview, she reflects on her artistic journey and shares details on her upcoming projects. Enjoy!
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Women in Healthcare: Dr. Nidhi Lal Shares Her Journey in Family Medicine
Being a Family Physician is taking care of families. Good health outcomes happen when we consider social determinants of health that impact an individuals’ health, thus knowing and understanding families is very essential. I am very fortunate that I got the opportunity to train and work as a Family Physician.” Dr Lal is Board is a physician certified in Family Medicine, with interests in Narrative Medicine and Global health. A dedicated healthcare professional, she is actively involved in several Global health projects, served as a Fulbright Specialist in 2018, and is an active member of Massachusetts Medical Society where she recently completed her term as Chair of the Minority Affairs Section. For this week’s Women’s Health Wednesday, she shares her top tips for women in taking care of their health, her insights on family medicine, and her new podcast. Enjoy!
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Women's Health: Dr. Somi Javaid Shares Expert Advice for Women on Managing Their Sexual Health
“Women’s sexual health is not just about reproduction or the years during which that takes place for most patients. It is not just discussions about contraception and treating STIs. It’s about your quality of life, your mental health, and your overall emotional well-being for your entire life. Today’s woman dreamer, Dr. Somi Javaid is a board-certified OBGYN and founder and Chief Medical Officer of HerMD, an integrated, evidence-based model revolutionizing the future of women’s healthcare. For our Women’s Health series, she shares what every woman should know about managing their sexual health, common misconceptions and more.
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Desi Gurus of America: Sangeet Srikanth Highlights the Importance of Diversity in Teaching
“We all magically felt supported, knowing that we are not a ‘lone immigrant teacher’ anymore.” Today’s woman dreamer, Sangeet Srikanth, is an inspiring educator. Starting her journey at Boston University as the only South Asian female amongst 150- 200 students enrolled in her teacher training program, she has always believed in the important role diversity has in teaching. In her inspiring interview with Women Who Win, Sangeet shares her journey with Desi Gurus of Boston, an organization created to connect all South Asian teachers in K-12 schools in New England. She shares the organization’s future vision, how she empowers young women through her work, and her journey as an educator. Enjoy!
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Flipped : A Thoughtful Review of this Classic Romance Must Read with Aneesha Aryan
“It's easy to look back and see it, and it's easy to give the advice. But the sad fact is, most people don't look beneath the surface until it's too late.” Happy Friday! We are excited to share the second installment of our mother daughter book review series, a series written by Gayatri Aryan and her daughter Aneesha Aryan. For today’s installment, Aneesha thoughtfully reviews “Flipped”, a classic “he said, she said” young adult romance novel by Wendelin Van Draanen. Looking for a cozy read for these cold winter nights? Enjoy!
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Alanna Flax-Clark Shares Journey as First Seated Model at Fashion Institute of Technology, Para-Equestrian, and Disability Inclusion Advocate
“I was honored to be the first seated model and the first disabled model ever in the Fashion Institute of Technology’s Future of Fashion runway show presented by Macy’s. Disabled representation in the fashion industry has been practically non-existent until recently.” Today’s woman dreamer, Alanna Flax-Clark, is a disability inclusion activist, and an internationally ranked Para Equestrian. She has over 15 years of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion advocacy. In her inspiring Women Who Win interview, she shares her journey, her passion for education, and how she hopes to change the lives of women with disabilities.
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The Multi-Faceted Woman: Swati Biswas Shares Journey as a Leading Researcher, Classical Dancer, and Her Favorite Holiday Traditions
“The sooner we (women) stop thinking that we are different, the better it is. I was never reminded that I need to act or think differently, because I am a woman.” Today’s woman dreamer, Swati Biswas is a Clinical researcher with a love for art. She is the Associate Director of Medical Writing at Moderna and a dedicated classical dancer. In this inspiring interview with Women Who Win, Swati reflects on her research career, her passion for dance and global art, and also shares her favorite holiday tradition! Enjoy her inspiring story!
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Sudha Subbaraman Reflects on Her Journey as an Indian Classical Musician and Shares Upcoming Projects
In a nutshell, music keeps my boat afloat. It's my daily tonic. Being an engineer by training, my brain loves mathematical patterns and I love creating music.” Today’s woman dreamer, Sudha Subbaraman (aka Sudha Kumar), is an inspiring woman in the classical music space. In this inspiring interview with Women Who Win, Sudha reflects on what sparked her passion for music, how she made music during the pandemic, and her exciting upcoming projects! Enjoy her inspiring story!
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