Why I'm still bullish on DEI initiatives–and how business leaders can harness their power
SPEAKER. LEADER. WRITER. ACTIVIST.
NISHA ANAND
Inspiring more than 1.5 million people
More than 1.5 million people were inspired to take a radical new approach to change-making after viewing Nisha’s TED talk, “The radical act of choosing common ground"
Why
Common Ground?
"It is only by admitting the full reality of America that we can love it truly. Only by holding the American dream and American shortcomings in tension can we joyfully look to the future. If you deny that America has never been flawed you will never learn; if you see only failures, you will never hope for better. Only by looking at how we have overcome our own failings can we face the future inspired to do so again."
From rebel to CEO
Nisha Anand is a driving force behind a movement for change, blending her roles as an Indian-American activist, devoted mother, and advocate for racial justice. With a firm belief in the transformative power of common ground, Nisha brings people together to make the American dream a reality for everyone. Her compelling TED talk, "The Radical Act of Choosing Common Ground," resonated with millions, igniting crucial conversations amidst today's divisive climate. Nisha's journey began with courageous acts of activism, including her 1998 arrest in Myanmar for distributing pro-democracy leaflets. Her experiences as a lifetime change-maker reinforced her conviction in forging alliances with unlikely allies to drive tangible progress. As CEO of Dream.Org, Nisha spearheads a diverse team united to create a world beyond poverty, prisons, pollution, and polarization. Through her leadership, Nisha exemplifies the potential of collaboration and community, inspiring others to join her in embracing our differences because it isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the only thing that works.