Changemakers
My Story: ‘It’s Not Necessary To Be Part Of Herd, You Can Stand Out With Your Positive Mindset”
Rahul Viswanath, an IT expert, was born with a cleft palate condition. He, like most cleft kids, underwent multiple surgeries and speech therapy sessions. Apart from the physical deformities, he suffered more psychologically, with constant bullying and discrimination in society. Over the years, he learnt the art of public speaking and since then, has been speaking on various public platforms. His target is to talk on larger forums such as TEDx.
My Story: ‘When Everything Was Going Wrong, I Decided To See 2020 From A Different Perspective’
Prakhar Kotadia started a plantation drive in 2020 as a way to lift everyone’s spirits during the pandemic. Now, it has evolved into ‘Roopkesarivatika Charitable Foundation’ that ‘turns barren lands into lush green mini forest.’
My Story: ‘Participating in Mr Gay India Gave Me The Opportunity To Give My Community More Visibility’
Suresh Ramdas came out to his parents when he was in his 30s. Despite facing adversities, he has held his head up high and worked towards taking the conversations around LGBTQIA+ forward.
My Story: ‘Gender Identity Is Our Right To Choose How We Want To Be Defined And No One Should Be Judged For It’
Anuradha Krishnan is a dentistry student in Kerala who came out as transgender when she was 19 years old. Often ridiculed for expressing who she is, she fought through it all bravely to forge her own identity in the world.
My Story: ‘I Was Just Trying To Fit In All This While But I Felt Liberated After Discovering My Identity’
Monisha Ajgaonkar had a difficult childhood since she did not share an affable bond with her family members. After, coming out of the closet as a lesbian, she worked her way up to becoming one of the top wedding photographers in the country and an advocate for LGBTQ rights.
My Story: ‘I Am Extremely Fond Of Numbers And Counting Comes Naturally To Me’
Born blind, Vidhya Y was discouraged to take up Maths and Science by telling her to take an ‘easy way out.’ However, her sheer determination and hard work made her graduate at the top of her class at the International Institute of Informational Technology in Bengaluru.
My Story: ‘The Moment When I Received A Letter From Prime Minister Narendra Modi’
Sai Vishruth is a class 5 student and has already attended the UNICEF climate control conference and presented his idea there.
My Story: ‘On My Special Educator’s Suggestion, My Mother Came Back To India And Started My Classes Under NIOS Board’
Nilabha was diagnosed with Autism when he was 4-years-old. Having difficulty in attending school, he completed his schooling from NIOS. He is skilled at baking, cooking and wants to work in a cafe or a bakery.
My Story: ‘I lost My Father At Young Age, I Owe My Entrepreneurial Success To My Mother’ – C K Kumaravel, Co-Founder & CEO Of Naturals Salon
Naturals Salon and Spa Co-founder and CEO CK Kumaravel is a believer of women partnership and women upliftment in their career more. He says entrepreneurship is the ability to dream big.
My Story: ‘My Desire To Live And Strong Willpower Helped Me Drive Forward’
Raghavendra Satish Peri was diagnosed with ‘Retinitis Pigmentosa’ at the age of 14, rendering him blind eventually. From being IBM’s Accessibility Specialist to successfully running the Hyderabad Half-Marathon, his story is uplifting and inspirational.
My Story: ‘Accepting Who I Am And Making The Most Of It’.
Heena Sharma was diagnosed with locomotor disability since birth. Her family has been her support system . She always loved singing and started performing in school. Now, she performs online and spreads the magic in her soulful voice.
My Story: ‘Being Around Sanjana Made Me Discover More About Myself, My Sexual Identity’
Mumbai-based Chandni Kewalramani kept her sexuality a secret till one day she just decided she had nothing to hide and became vocal about her relationships on social media. She met Sanjana in Chembur, who helped her to face every hardship and embrace her real self.
Changemakers
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Business owners, founders, and leaders who are making a tangible impact through innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.
