The Foundation of Indian-Americans (FIA) New England (fiane.org), a non-profit organization, hosted a celebration on International Women’s Day 2025, which falls on March 8, at the iconic John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum recognizing women leaders from diverse fields to honor their remarkable contributions to society.
Kicking off the day-long celebrations with an interactive video session where women leaders shared their experiences and reflections, with the theme based on JFK’s memorable words, “Ask not what your country can do for you; Ask what you can do for your country!
The session was moderated by FIA executive team members, Manisha Kumar, Anupama Debroy, Dr. Lakshmi Thalanki, Piyusha, and Vishant Mahajan, a press release from FIA-NE said.
At the official honoring ceremony, Irena Victoria King read aloud the International Women’s Day Governor’s Proclamation, and shared a special message from Joe Kennedy III.
Congratulations were extended to all the women leaders honored at the event, whose accomplishments ranged from entrepreneurship, education, healthcare, arts, fashion, community service, and more.
The honorees included:
- Irena Victoria King – Entrepreneurship & Economic Development
- Chelsea Force – Martial Arts Educator for Underprivileged Children
- Maggie Lemay – Former Naval Officer & Ms. Continental Worldwide; Remarkable Contributions in Health and Wellness
- Misti Nordstrom – International Mrs. North America; Outstanding Contributions in Fashion and Beauty
- Michelle Guerrero – Advocate for Small Business Owners
- Shefali Desai Kalyani – Dedicated to Feeding the Homeless & Supporting Food Pantries
- Charu Patel – Mental Healthcare Professional
- Pratibha Ayurved – Ayurveda Research & Scholarship
- Sunaina Chauhan – Leadership in Education, Supporting Underprivileged Families
- Manisha Jain Jain – Leadership in Education for Underprivileged Children
- Neela Gandhi Gandhi – Over Three Decades of Community Service
- Ekta Jaina Jain – Remarkable Contributions in Music & Arts
- Meetu Gupta – Philanthropy & Social Work
- Divya Salhi – Contributions in Philanthropy and Community Service
- Vasudha Kudrimoti – Creative Media
- Neeharika Munjal – Youth Mentorship
- Nagasree Chakka – Women & Children Empowerment
- Java Mehta Joshi – Promoting Creative Arts and Culture
- Yogita Miharia – Creative Arts and Culture
- Dhaniben Patel- Manisha Patel – Philanthropy & Community Service
- Sangeeta Saxena – Spiritual Guidance & Service
- Sonali Doshi – Music Influencer
- Nandita Kansara – Tremendous Contributions in Healthcare During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Anupama Debroy – Community & Volunteer Service
The FIA team led by MCs Priyanka Wadhwa and Jyoti Singh presented each woman leader with a memento and award, acknowledging their contributions.
Organizers thanked John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum staff and all the dignitaries in attendance, who made the celebration possible.
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