Scaling Education for Millions: From Start-Up to Social Revolution with Prasanna

Scaling Education for Millions: From Start-Up to Social Revolution with Prasanna Anu Arora 1:07:37

This episode of Mindful Leader Practices takes you on a journey to India, where a story of extraordinary leadership and social impact unfolds. Join us as we interview Prasanna, the CEO and trustee of Sikshana, a non-profit revolutionizing education for underprivileged children.

Imagine leaving a thriving start-up behind and dedicating 17 years to a groundbreaking mission – scaling Sikshana from a mere handful of schools to over 50,000 across 6 states, impacting the lives of 3.5 million children. That’s Prasanna’s story, and it’s not just inspiring, it’s transformative.

In this candid conversation, we delve into Prasanna’s remarkable journey. We explore how he harnesses technology and navigates existing government structures to bring quality education to those who need it most. We’ll also discover how his leadership reflects mindful principles, and the unwavering dedication that fuels his mission.

Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and ignited by the passion of a true changemaker.

You can find more about Sikshana at: https://www.sikshana.org/

Asha for Education (Seattle Chapter) is one of the partners for Sikshana.

Find more about Asha Seattle here: https://seattle.ashanet.org/

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