In this enlightening talk, the impactful initiatives of the Dharma Civilization Foundation (DCF) are discussed along with its unwavering commitment to preserving and promoting Hindu culture. Dr. Manohar Shinde starts the discussion with an introduction, inception and remarkable journey of the DCF. A significant highlight is the endeavor in establishing Chairs for Hindu Studies across various prestigious universities, illuminating the path for scholarly exploration and academic recognition. However, challenges loom large, as seen in the setback faced at UCI when a Chair was unexpectedly scrapped, underscoring the uphill battle in securing institutional support. Undeterred, the DCF presses forward, championing the revitalization of the Hindu University of America and championing individual researchers through strategic funding initiatives. The talk also delves into the complexities of fundraising for Hindu causes and the plausible solutions for the same. The Tejas initiative emerges as a beacon, exploring Indic culture through books and fostering engagement through innovative ideas like booklet, podcast etc. and along with an opportunity to learn from eminent writers through an Internship Fair in Tejas Finale. In a stirring call to action, the talk concludes with an impassioned plea to Hindu students worldwide, inviting them to join hands in safeguarding and celebrating their heritage.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Manohar Shinde, M.D., Ph.D. Psychiatry, held positions on the teaching clinical faculty of UCLA and other US medical schools, as well as at the Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis (ICP). With 29 years of private practice in Glendale, Los Angeles, and various roles as a medical director, he has retired. Dr. Shinde is recognized as a community leader, renowned for his philanthropy and service, positively impacting thousands. He is actively involved on the boards of multiple non-profit organizations serving the Indian community in North America.
Mr. Shrikant Palkar is a seasoned IT professional with over 34 years of global experience, specializing in enterprise architecture, software process improvements, and technology migration. He has successfully established data science, analytics practices for a major retailer and extensive teaching experience at various engineering and management institutions worldwide. He currently serves as the Director of Data Analytics and Business Intelligence at Costco Wholesale.
Rahul Dewan is a multifaceted individual, serving as an entrepreneur, angel investor, and open-source software advocate. He is the founder and CEO of Srijan Technologies, a renowned enterprise web content management consulting and development company that specializes in utilizing Drupal technology to create online business solutions. He is also recognized as a writer, blogger, and social activist, deeply committed to the revitalization of Indian culture. Through initiatives like Sarayu Trust, he endeavors to reclaim and preserve Indic cultural heritage.
