Resolve to Make a Difference in 2017
“Instead of looking at New Year’s as a chance to just reflect on ourselves, let us take this opportunity to think about those in need in our communities, nationally, and globally.” At the end of each year, most of us think, “What will my New...
“Suma’s Story” to be Shown at DC SAFF
Sometimes, we will experience things that are unimaginable. Things that leave the biggest scars on our hearts. And sometimes, the people we love will make the biggest sacrifice for our sake. In our story for today, meet Suma. A girl who was left alone, but then...
Breaking Stereotypes, One Girl at a Time
“I am thankful that places like Sahasra Deepika exist. It gives me hope, that one day I will live in a society where being an Indian woman is not defined by stereotypes…” The Indian heritage has been receiving a lot of stereotyping most of the time;...
7th Annual Spelling Bee Contest
Every year, Sahasra Deepika volunteers and staff go into 9th standard classrooms in the community. They visit disadvantaged government high schools around Bangalore where children are taught in the state language, Kannada. Without English proficiency, their chances of...
