Join us for the next livestream of the Social Change Career Podcast this Thursday at 2:00 pm EST! Sowmya Ayyar will share her journey of building a career rooted in peace, wellness, and cultural heritage. As a Senior Research Scholar at Banaras Hindu University and founder of the Prafull Oorja Charitable Foundation, Sowmya combines peace research with yoga therapy to support community resilience and well-being.

Why Join?

Creating a Purpose-Driven Career – Learn how Sowmya has shaped a career that aligns deeply with her values and heritage.

Honoring Women’s Legacies – Discover her work connecting women’s historical contributions  to today’s social change efforts.

Blending Wellness with Peacebuilding – Hear about her innovative approach using yoga therapy as a healing tool for communities.

Practical Guidance for Changemakers – Gain actionable insights for balancing meaningful impact with personal fulfillment.

When: Thursday at 2:00 pm EST  

Watch Live: Join us on LinkedIn & YouTube, or catch the audio episode afterward, along with 160+ other impactful career conversations on PCDN.Global or any major podcasting platform.

Format: The podcast features interviews led by the PCDN leadership team with our guests, and there is usually time for audience questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

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About Sowmya  

Sowmya Ayyar is a Senior Research Scholar at the Malaviya Center for Peace Research at Banaras Hindu University, India, where she explores the role of Yogini Sanghas in diplomacy and peacebuilding. She is also the founder of Prafull Oorja Charitable Foundation, which trains yoga therapists to assist vulnerable communities across India. Through her art, poetry, and music, Sowmya celebrates the rich cultural narratives surrounding women’s contributions across time. In 2025, she will launch her podcast, “A World of Women,” focusing on global women’s thought leadership.