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From Festivals to Theatre Plays: Using Culture to Make a Difference

53 minutes

What does it take to create a thriving community from the ground up? In this episode, we meet two incredible leaders from Melbourne who are doing just that! First, Vinayak Kolape reveals the secrets behind organizing massive Ganpati and Holi festivals that attract over 20,000 people. He shares the behind-the-scenes challenges of being a first-generation migrant, including the unbelievable story of how he air-couriered a 5-foot Ganesha statue from India! Next, we talk to Dilip Sonar, a professional CA who’s using his passion for the arts to make a difference. Learn how he translated a well-known French play into Marathi and English to spark a vital conversation about dementia within the Indian community and raise funds for a great cause. Get ready to be inspired by their incredible stories of leadership, culture, and social impact!

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