Alia Bhatt: A British-Indian Star Shining Bright in Cinema
Early Life Alia Bhatt, a prominent British-Indian actress in Hindi cinema, was born on March 15, 1993. She is the daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and actress Soni Razdan. Growing up in the Bhatt family in Mumbai, Alia’s father…
Marc Koska: Revolutionizing Safe Injections with Visionary Innovations
Early Life and Education Marc Andrew Koska OBE, born on March 14, 1961, is best known for inventing the non-reusable K1 auto-disable syringe, which has significantly reduced the medical transmission of blood-borne diseases. He attended Stowe School, an independent boarding…
Aditi Gupta: The Pioneer Breaking Menstrual Taboos in India
Introduction: A Quiet Beacon of Change In the vast landscape of ambitious entrepreneurs, Aditi Gupta stands out as a quiet yet brilliant light, exemplifying resilience, vision, and an unwavering commitment to creating meaningful impact. As a passionate and determined entrepreneur,…
Anshu Gupta: Transforming Lives Through Compassionate Entrepreneurship
Anshu Gupta, a visionary Indian social entrepreneur, has been at the forefront of bridging the gap between urban and rural India through his pioneering work with the non-governmental organization Goonj. His dedication to addressing the most basic and often overlooked…
Willie Smits: Champion of Orangutan Conservation and Sustainable Development
Early Life and Education Willie Smits, born on February 22, 1957, in Weurt, Gelderland, the Netherlands, is a renowned forester, microbiologist, conservationist, animal welfare activist, wilderness engineer, and social entrepreneur. Since 1985, he has resided in Indonesia, where he became…
Empowering Communities: The Visionary Journey of Harish Hande
Harish Hande stands as a beacon of innovation and social change, dedicated to transforming lives through renewable energy solutions. As the co-founder of the Solar Electric Light Company (SELCO) India and the current CEO of SELCO Foundation, his pioneering work…
Ria Sharma: Empowering Acid Attack Survivors and Changing Lives
Ria Sharma stands as a beacon of hope and change in India’s social landscape, pioneering efforts to support and rehabilitate acid attack survivors through her organization, Make Love Not Scars (MLNS). As the first Indian recipient of the UNICEF Global…
Shaheen Mistri: Empowering Marginalized Children through Teach For India
Shaheen Mistri is a beacon of change in the realm of education, dedicated to reshaping the landscape for marginalized children across India. Her journey from privileged beginnings to becoming a renowned social entrepreneur and educator has inspired countless individuals. Let’s…
The Architect of Change: A Conversation with Bill Drayton
On Thursday, April 27-2017, the prestigious Askwith Forum will welcome Bill Drayton, the CEO and chairman of the Ashoka Foundation. Ashoka’s mission is to identify, nurture, and empower the globe’s foremost social entrepreneurs, catalyzing their innovative solutions to societal challenges….
How to Transition into a Social Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurs are often seen as modern-day heroes, taking risks to build businesses that create wealth and prestige. However, there is a unique class of entrepreneurs known as social entrepreneurs who aim to use their businesses to address societal issues and…
Key Challenges Faced by Social Entrepreneurs
The journey of a social entrepreneur is a challenging one, characterized by various obstacles stemming from societal and economic factors. These challenges can make it difficult to achieve their mission of making the world a better place. Here are some…
5 Essential Insights for Founders in Social Entrepreneurship
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at the Sustainability Innovation Lab at GSVlabs, sharing insights on a topic I’m frequently asked about – what every founder should know about social entrepreneurship. The spirited discussion that followed the presentation was…