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Dec. 11, 2024

Educate Girls, Empower the Future: Sumana Shetty's Vision for Change

Educate Girls, Empower the Future: Sumana Shetty's Vision for Change
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Chai Break Podcast

In this episode of the Chai Break Podcast, we dive into the transformative power of education with Sumana Shetty, co-founder of Commit2Change. Sumana shares her inspiring journey from her early days in Bangalore to leading a nonprofit focused on empowering underprivileged girls in India and South Asia. Through innovative programs and a custom curriculum, Commit2Change is creating sustainable change, one girl at a time.

Key Highlights:

  • Sumana’s journey from Bangalore to the United States and her inspiration to co-found Commit2Change.
  • How her experiences volunteering in India shaped her mission.

Building Commit2Change

  • The story behind Commit2Change and its focus on empowering girls through education, healthcare, and economic development.
  • The significance of "sustainable change" and how C2C ensures impact through their programs.

The 4 C’s Curriculum

  • Learn how Commit2Change’s custom curriculum helps girls master English and math in record time while fostering creativity, confidence, and communication.
  • Success stories that highlight the ripple effects of educating girls in rural India.

Education and Climate Change

  • How climate change disrupts education for vulnerable children in rural areas.
  • Insights into C2C’s upcoming mobile tech lab initiative, bringing digital education to underserved communities.

Collaboration and Community Support

  • The importance of partnerships with local NGOs, government bodies, and community leaders in scaling impact.
  • Lessons learned from working in diverse cultural and economic landscapes.

Closing Reflections

  • Sumana discusses the intersection of her roles as a General Counsel and nonprofit leader.
  • Rapid-fire fun: Sumana shares her favorite book, chai preferences, and more!

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Get Involved

Inspired by today’s episode? Here’s how you can support Commit2Change:

  • Donate to fund education programs for underprivileged girls.
  • Volunteer your skills or resources.
  • Spread the word about C2C’s mission to create sustainable futures through education.

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