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WATCH: Darpan Power Talk Teaser 2024

Darpan News Desk Darpan, 01 May, 2024 04:37 PM
  • WATCH: Darpan Power Talk Teaser 2024

Darpan Power of Women Influence Gala which took place in March put a spotlight on women in BC and beyond who have accomplished so much in their respective fields.

The Power Talk teaser gives a glimpse into what each speaker had to share from her respective field.

The guests of honour for Darpan Power Women of Influence Gala one by one shared their inspirational stories through a heart to heart with the audience. These stories aren’t just narratives, but stories of strength, courage, and power.

We ask you to listen with open ears and open hearts to the esteemed guests's DARPAN Power Talk.

Stay tuned for the entire Powe Talks with Shachi Kurl, President of the Angus Reid Institute, Juggy Sihota, Chief Growth officer, TELUS Health, Lisa Ray, Actress, Model, Author & Wellness Advocate, Fouzia Younis UK Consul General in Toronto, and Dr. Shohini Ghose, CTO at Quantum Algorithms Institute.

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