
Shaheen Mistri
Shaheen Mistri is an Indian social activist and educator. She is the founder of Akanksha Foundation, an Indian non-profit educational initiative in Mumbai and Pune, and is also the CEO of Teach For India since 2008.
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About Shaheen Mistri
Shaheen Mistri, born on March 16, 1971 is an Indian social activist and educator. She is the founder of Akanksha Foundation, an Indian non-profit educational initiative in Mumbai and Pune. Shaheen is the EO of Teach For India since 2008. Her work has won numerous accolades, including the Ashoka Fellow and recognition as a global leader for tomorrow by the World Economic Forum. Book Shaheen Mistri for your upcoming event, as she has changed the mindset towards education.
Shaheen Mistri, born on March 16, 1971 is an Indian social activist and educator. She is the founder of Akanksha Foundation, an Indian non-profit educational initiative in Mumbai and Pune. Shaheen is the EO of Teach For India since 2008. Her work has won numerous accolades, including the Ashoka Fellow and recognition as a global leader for tomorrow by the World Economic Forum. Book Shaheen Mistri for your upcoming event, as she has changed the mindset towards education.
Achievements
Akanksha Foundation:
- Shaheen founded the Akanksha Foundation in 1989. It is a non-profit education project that provides after-school tutoring to children of low income.
- Akanksha reaches out to over 6500 children through its School Project Model.
CEO of Teach For India:
- She launched Tech For India in 2008. It recruits and trains young leaders to teach in low-income schools.
Awards:
- Mistri received an Ashoka Fellow in 200.
- A Global Leader for Tomorrow in 2002
- An Asia Society 21 Leader in 2006
Author:
- She has written a book named Redrawing India.
- She has also written a children's literature book named Miss Muglee series.
Hire Shaheen Mistri, who made an effort to end the educational inequity in India.
Akanksha Foundation:
- Shaheen founded the Akanksha Foundation in 1989. It is a non-profit education project that provides after-school tutoring to children of low income.
- Akanksha reaches out to over 6500 children through its School Project Model.
CEO of Teach For India:
- She launched Tech For India in 2008. It recruits and trains young leaders to teach in low-income schools.
Awards:
- Mistri received an Ashoka Fellow in 200.
- A Global Leader for Tomorrow in 2002
- An Asia Society 21 Leader in 2006
Author:
- She has written a book named Redrawing India.
- She has also written a children's literature book named Miss Muglee series.
Hire Shaheen Mistri, who made an effort to end the educational inequity in India.
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Book Shaheen Mistri, the renowned social activist and educator, for an inspiring session highlighting her groundbreaking work in revolutionising education. Her innovative teaching methodologies make her deeply committed to changing the education system, especially for underprivileged communities. Shaheen’s story will motivate your audience to embrace social change and education as a powerful tool for transformation.
Why Hire Shaheen Mistri Through Engage4more?
- Seamless Booking Process: Engage4more offers a smooth and hassle-free experience from initial inquiry to event execution, making it easy to book Shaheen Mistri for your event.
- Proven Track Record: An event management company trusted by organisers for consistently connecting them with top-tier speakers and experts, ensuring you hire the best talent.
- Professional Handling: Every aspect of your event is managed with care and professionalism, allowing you to focus on delivering an unforgettable experience.
- Unforgettable Experience: Hire Shaheen Mistri through engage4more and guarantee your audience a motivating and impactful experience focused on innovative education, social change, and empowering underprivileged communities.
- Focus on Quality: Engage4more prioritises your event’s success by ensuring you can book the best speakers and services tailored to your needs.
FAQs
1.What type of events can we hire Shaheen for?
You can hire Shaheen for various events, including motivational speaking engagements, corporate events, leadership seminars, educational workshops, and sessions focused on social change.
2.How to Book Shaheen for an event?
Through our website, engage4more, you can book Shaheen for any event, whether motivational speaking, corporate events, or education-focused programs.
3.What is Shaheen Mistri fees as a motivational speaker?
Shaheen Mistri fees can vary based on factors such as the event’s location, duration, and type of event.
4. Can I hire Shaheen Mistri for a corporate event?
Yes, Shaheen Mistri is available for corporate events. She can provide valuable insights on social impact, education reform, and leadership, offering immense value to organizations and their teams. Her education and social activism expertise makes her an ideal choice for any corporate event. Consider booking Shaheen Mistri today!
1.What type of events can we hire Shaheen for?
You can hire Shaheen for various events, including motivational speaking engagements, corporate events, leadership seminars, educational workshops, and sessions focused on social change.
2.How to Book Shaheen for an event?
Through our website, engage4more, you can book Shaheen for any event, whether motivational speaking, corporate events, or education-focused programs.
3.What is Shaheen Mistri fees as a motivational speaker?
Shaheen Mistri fees can vary based on factors such as the event’s location, duration, and type of event.
4. Can I hire Shaheen Mistri for a corporate event?
Yes, Shaheen Mistri is available for corporate events. She can provide valuable insights on social impact, education reform, and leadership, offering immense value to organizations and their teams. Her education and social activism expertise makes her an ideal choice for any corporate event. Consider booking Shaheen Mistri today!
Career Highlights and Achievements of Shaheen Mistri
CEO of Teach For India
Founded Teach For India in 2008, recruiting and training young leaders to teach in under-resourced schools, impacting thousands of students nationwide.
Ashoka Fellow achievement
Honored as an Ashoka Fellow for her pioneering work in tackling educational inequity and creating sustainable learning models.
Acclaimed Author
Authored Redrawing India, sharing her journey of building educational movements, and created the Miss Mugleechildren’s literature series.
Global Leader for Tomorrow
Named a Global Leader for Tomorrow by the World Economic Forum, acknowledging her vision and achievement in education reform.
Asia Society 21 Leader
Selected as an Asia Society 21 Leader, recognizing her contributions to shaping the future of education in Asia.
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Shaheen Mistri
Shaheen Mistri is an Indian social activist and educator. She is the founder of Akanksha Foundation, an Indian non-profit educational initiative in Mumbai and Pune, and is also the CEO of Teach For India since 2008.
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Shaheen Mistri is an Indian social entrepreneur and educator who founded the Akanksha Foundation and Teach For India. engage4more lists her speaker profile for talks on leadership, education and social change.
The correct spelling is Shaheen Mistri. Searches for 'Shahin Mistri' usually refer to the same education leader and founder of Teach For India, whose speaker profile is listed on engage4more.
Shaheen Mistri founded the Akanksha Foundation in Mumbai in 1989, starting with a small after-school centre. It has since grown into a network of schools and programmes. engage4more lists her for talks on building movements.
Teach For India, founded by Shaheen Mistri in 2008, places fellows in low-income classrooms to build leaders committed to educational equity. For fellowship details, visit Teach For India's official website. engage4more handles speaking enquiries.
Yes, Shaheen Mistri is a social entrepreneur who built two major education organisations. engage4more lists her for talks on social entrepreneurship, purpose-driven careers and leading change at scale.
Shaheen Mistri speaks on unconventional leadership, educational equity, social entrepreneurship, student voice, building movements and purpose-driven careers. engage4more can tailor her session to your audience. Virtual sessions are also possible.
Shaheen Mistri is an Ashoka Fellow and has been recognised as a World Economic Forum Global Leader for Tomorrow and an Asia Society 21 Leader. engage4more lists her for leadership and impact events.
Shaheen Mistri has written books including the Miss Muglee series for children and a book on the Teach For India journey. engage4more can arrange sessions where she draws on her writing and education work.
Yes, engage4more facilitates enquiries for Shaheen Mistri at CSR conferences, employee volunteering launches and social impact summits on how companies can partner meaningfully with education initiatives. Virtual sessions can also be arranged on request.
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Shaheen Mistri's speaking fees depend on event location, session duration, format and travel. engage4more does not publish fixed fees; for a customised quote, contact engage4more at activities@engage4more.com or +91-8044186906. Sharing your date and city speeds up the quote.
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