A passionate advocate for youth mental health and well-being, Hebah Hussaina is a PhD candidate at the School of Population and Public Health at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Hebah’s research is deeply rooted in amplifying youth voices, ensuring that the next generation has access to resources that foster mental health, resilience, and growth.
Aditi Bhatt's journey to becoming the Chief Commercial Officer of the Vancouver Whitecaps is a testament to her unwavering passion for sports and her strategic business acumen. Her career is marked by a consistent drive to innovate, introducing data-driven strategies and out-of-the-box thinking across diverse industries and leadership roles.
Nira Arora’s journey into the media was driven by a passion and love of storytelling. A natural performer, she often found herself drawn to the arts: writing, producing, and hosting several cultural shows at Simon Fraser University. She went from being a television journalist to one of Vancouver’s most recognized and, wouldn’t be wrong to say, most loved radio voices.
In our special Women’s Day edition, we turn the spotlight on five incredible South Asian women who have redefined their respective fields not just through grit and innovation but with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Whether in the media, research, or corporate leadership, these trailblazers share a common trait—an unshakable resolve to challenge the status quo and create a more inclusive world for all.
Darpan Chat Central presents Surrey Hospitals Foundation on its fundraising gala, called the Celebration of Care Gala taking place this Saturday, Feb 22nd. The goal is to raise 5.5 million to purchase the surgical robot needed to establish its new regional surgical robotics program. The fundraising campaign launches on Saturday evening at the Foundation’s annual Celebration of Care Gala, and will continue into the spring.
The Republicans control the Senate with a 53-47 majority. Patel makes history as not only the FBI's first Indian-descent Director but also the first Asian-American to hold the position, doubly securing his place in history.
