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Sold-Out South Asian Collective Brings NYC’s Next Generation Together
ASAN and The Asian unite NYC’s next generation of South Asian founders, investors, creatives, and professionals at a sold-out Manhattan gathering.
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Sharmila Mona Sinha inducted into National Women’s Hall of Fame
Equality Now CEO Sharmila Mona Sinha becomes the second South Asian woman inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame.
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ASAN Brings 100+ South Asians in Climate and Sustainability Together During Climate Week NYC
ASAN brought together 100+ South Asian leaders in climate tech, renewable energy, sustainable finance, investing and public policy during Climate Week NYC.
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Neeharika Munjal Is Building a 10,000+ Member Network for Young Indian Professionals in New England
Neeharika Munjal, Founder and CEO of Young Indian Professionals of New England, is building a 10,000+ member network connecting Indian professionals through mentorship, entrepreneurship, culture, and…
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Payal Sawhney Builds a Culturally Responsive Support System for South Asian Immigrants
Payal Sawhney, Founder and Executive Director of Saahas for Cause, is expanding culturally responsive mental health, family wellness, domestic violence prevention, youth and older-adult programs across…
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Amita Jain and Niteen Patkar establish $1.35 million UC Berkeley endowments
Amita Jain and Niteen Patkar donate $1.35 million to establish permanent UC Berkeley endowments for Hindi instruction and graduate students.
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Asif Mahmood elected chair of U.S. religious freedom commission
Physician and human rights advocate Asif Mahmood has been elected chair of USCIRF, leading its bipartisan work on international religious freedom.
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Volunteer Excellence Awards 2025 Winners Announced | South Asian Community Impact
The 2025 Volunteer Excellence Awards by ASAN and Shah Happiness Foundation honored 12 winners and 16 finalists for outstanding community service in Anaheim.
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APAPA honors Vivek Ranadive with Corporate Stewardship Award
APAPA honored Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadive with its Corporate Stewardship Award on Sept. 19, recognizing philanthropy and leadership in California.
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Massachusetts proclaims August 15 as “India Day” following vibrant India Independence celebrations at Boston Harbor
Massachusetts declared August 15 as “India Day” in honor of the 4th International India Day Parade at Boston Harbor, celebrating Indian American contributions statewide.
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Binal Patel Named Executive Director of Neighborhood Villages
Educator Binal Patel becomes Executive Director of Neighborhood Villages, leading the charge for high-quality, affordable early childhood education reform.
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Mani L. Bhaumik Donates $3M to UCLA to Launch Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Indian-American physicist Mani L. Bhaumik gifts $3 million to UCLA to support a new postdoctoral fellowship in Physics, Astronomy, and Chemistry. The program aims to foster…
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