Nevertheless She Persisted at IA Impact Summit

Panelist at the IA Impact Summit in Washington, D.C., participating in a discussion on leadership, resilience, and community among South Asian women. The panel explored how professional and civic setbacks—including election losses and career roadblocks—can become catalysts for renewal, clarity, and long-term impact.

Moderated by Devina Khanna, DC Lead at Brown Girl Magazine, the conversation centered storytelling, identity, and the role of community in sustaining women leaders across sectors.

Panelists

• Deepti Sharma — Serial Entrepreneur and Community Builder

• Palak Patel — Director of Privacy & Public Policy at Instagram and Threads; Co-Founder of Brown Men Therapy and Post March Salon

📍 September 16, 2025 | Washington, D.C.