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I’ve spoken and moderated at events both globally and in the United States, written articles, and have been interviewed about women’s empowerment, DEI, motherhood and entrepreneurship.

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Powering Possibilities: The Future of Work Through Strategic Collaboration
Deepti Sharma Deepti Sharma

Powering Possibilities: The Future of Work Through Strategic Collaboration

Vivacity Development successfully hosted its UNGA80 side event, “Powering Possibilities: The Future of Work Through Strategic Collaboration,” on September 22, 2025, at the Cornell University ILR School NYC Conference Center. The event brought together over 150 policymakers, business leaders, innovators, and youth voices from across sectors to explore how collaboration can unlock inclusive and sustainable opportunities in the rapidly evolving world of work.

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Forbes Council: Building Community: Lessons from the Field
Deepti Sharma Deepti Sharma

Forbes Council: Building Community: Lessons from the Field

As a panelist in a Forbes Business Council conversation on community building, Deepti Sharma joined fellow leaders to explore what actually makes communities strong. The discussion surfaced a simple but powerful truth: strong communities aren’t engineered — they’re tended, and trust is the foundation. This reflection shares key lessons on authenticity, shared purpose, and the human practices that help communities thrive.

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Indian American Impact Summit: Art & Storytelling for Social Change
Deepti Sharma Deepti Sharma

Indian American Impact Summit: Art & Storytelling for Social Change

Art & Storytelling: Reclaiming Narrative, Moving Hearts and Minds

From the stories we tell to the art we create, South Asian American communities are reclaiming narrative power to resist harmful stereotypes, counter disinformation, and drive social change. In this session, we’ll explore how storytelling and art can move hearts and minds and how you can use both to amplify issues that matter most to you.

You'll hear from artists and storytellers using their craft for activism, get tools to tell compelling stories rooted in values and identity, and collaborate with others to brainstorm how creative strategies can support your work.

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