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Subham Kedia: Empowering Marginalized Rural Artisans in South Asia

Subham Kedia: Empowering Marginalized Rural Artisans in South Asia

Subham: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Alokya addresses the challenge of providing sustainable and culturally authentic household goods by partnering with rural artisans in South Asia. These artisans handcraft products using eco-friendly materials, showcasing the region's rich cultural heritage. By doing so, Alokya not only supports rural communities and preserves traditional craftsmanship, but also contributes to environmental preservation by minimizing its ecological footprint.

Eric Glustrom: Helping the Youth Bridge the Gap between Learning and Real Impact

Eric Glustrom: Helping the Youth Bridge the Gap between Learning and Real Impact
Eric: It’s great to be here, Spiffy! We're on a mission to support young leaders and entrepreneurs worldwide. Through Watson Institute's fellowships, we're tackling the challenge of giving young minds the essential tools, mentorship, and skills they need to lead impactful lives. Our free programs will help more than 2,400 young leaders this year, teaching them about starting businesses, leading, and being good global citizens. Our alumni have raised over USD 185 million, created 1,900 jobs, and helped ten million people worldwide.

Aarti Sahgal: Building a World Where People with Disabilities Belong

Aarti Sahgal: Building a World Where People with Disabilities Belong
Aarti: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Our purpose is to build a world where people with disabilities belong. To create a world where everyone, no matter who they are, can shine brightly. We firmly believe that all of us have special gifts and talents. They can have a gift of hand, a gift of heart, or a gift of head. People with disabilities are sometimes not seen or heard, or they are unfairly thought of as less than others. We want them to be seen, heard, and valued for the incredible people they are.