Category Archives: Social Sector, NGO

Sunil Kumar Sharma, CEO of Kherwadi Social Welfare Association, on Skilling for Change

Sunil Kumar Sharma is the CEO of Kherwadi Social Welfare Association (KSW), dedicated to empowering underprivileged and rural youth across India.
After a successful corporate career, he transitioned into social entrepreneurship to create meaningful and lasting societal impact.

Adebimpe Jesujobi, Founder & Executive Director, EDEN-EDUCARE Foundation

Adebimpe Jesujobi is the Founder and Executive Director of EDEN-EDUCARE Foundation, dedicated to supporting out-of-school and marginalized children in Nigeria.
Drawing from her own experiences of vulnerability as a child, she has become a passionate champion for educational access and social inclusion.

Miryam Kabakov, Executive Director & Co-Founder of Eshel, on Supporting LGBTQ+ Orthodox Jews

Lisa Lipkin introduces the episode with personal anecdotes about secrets—both lighthearted and heavy—and highlights the burden of keeping one’s identity secret in Orthodox communities.
Miryam Kabakov explains the emotional and physiological toll of concealing an LGBTQ+ identity and how Eshel serves as a lifeline for those unable to speak their truth openly.

Poonam Barua, CEO, WILL Forum India; Chairman, Forum for Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers in Corporate India

Leadership is ever-evolving and must contribute to making the world a better place.
It is grounded in diversity, open-mindedness, progress, and equal opportunity.