Narratives are changing. The fearless and confident women of today are transcending all boundaries and creating new ones. They are writing stories beyond the margins of the text, stories of hope, courage, persistence, and unwavering dedication. One such story that offers an inspiring testament is of Sayaka Wakita – A Ballerina, An Entrepreneur, A Speaker…
Category: The Unconventional Women
‘Don’t give up when the going gets tough, feelings never produce outcomes. Actions do!’ – Priya Gour & Sumedha Mahajan
Artists, Social Entrepreneurs and Founders of a sustainability start-up, PaperBaag, Priya Gour and Sumedha Mahajan may share their love for economics, art, books and coffee, but they come from somewhat different backgrounds. Sumedha spent her childhood in the terrains of Jammu and Kashmir. Both her parents are doctors and a huge supporter of art. They sensed her inclination…
26 days on an oil tanker, and other experiments in Art
Rohini Devasher has had an intriguing journey into art. Ten years ago, the painter and printmaker collaborated on a project with amateur astronomers in Delhi. What began as joint investigations, stories and conversations culminated into a chronicle of this almost obsessive group of people whose lives have been transformed by the night sky. A matter…
I was not afraid to stand out, says Vogue featured artist Olga Kamenetskaya
When she said ‘Yes’ for an interview, it was nothing short of a splendid opportunity for me to dwell into the world of this Kiev-based artist, Olga Kamenetskaya, who gets unapologetically real and exceptionally intricate in every piece of art she creates. Her collection of one-of-a-kind (OOAK) dolls redefines beauty and represents a rare combination…
I was afraid imagining what would people think if they knew I had a bipolar disorder – Diana Chao
Meet Diana Chao, Unilever’s 2018 Young Entrepreneurs Awards Winner, TEDx Speaker, conceptual photographer, award-winning artist and founder of Letters to Strangers (L2S) – an organization working to de-stigmatize mental illness through letter writing, peer education and policy-based advocacy. For Girls to Watch Spotlight, I caught up with Diana to experience her journey, to understand her…
Sometimes it might take us a little longer to get where we want to go, but keep at it and the world is your oyster – Ugyen Dema
My exchange with Bhutan’s first female captain, Ugyen Dema transported me to a conversation I had with someone a year ago. We had met for the first time after maintaining a consistent presence over email and text. Over a sip of coffee, he said to me, “A lot of times, its about seeking out opportunities….
I founded Eshkol as a response to food insecurity, discrimination and poverty – Bhagya Wijayawardane
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), organic farming is a system which avoids or largely excludes the use of synthetic inputs (such as fertilizers, pesticides, hormones, feed, etc.) and to the maximum extent feasible relies upon crop rotations, crop residues, animal manures, off-farm organic waste, mineral grade rock additives and biological system of nutrient…
The Existence of Guilt with Paromita Bardoloi
On November 17th, I was live with spoken word artist and writer Paromita Bardoloi today and we talked about guilt, mourning, how human consistencies or inconsistencies can be generational and ancestral in nature. I have never seen a woman so self-affirmed in her individual capacity as she is and she gave some of it to me too!…
I keep asking myself – how should I educate people to eat healthy yet flavorful? – Smita Daya
We all have something that adds an extra flavor to our life, like a passionate pursuit that brings a sense of fulfillment, an energy that ignites us, a dream that shapes itself into a purpose – if we look closely, it’s a tiny spark that lets itself out to become a flame. The Beginning Smita…
I matter and my story matters, and there is nothing wrong with me owning my space – Sethu Mbuli
I have been that young kid who looked at the TV and not see anyone who looks like me and trying to understand what I have that is so different from other kids. – Siposetu (Sethu) Mbuli PC: Sethu Mbuli “Hi! My name is Siposetu Mbuli. I am from Eastern Cape, South Africa. I was…
Real Life Heroes - by Manvi 