Being a woman in India is tough business. Media focuses on gang-rapes, bride-burning and domestic violence as they should. Lost in midst of the all horrific news is the daily astounding achievement of the Indian woman, playing expected roles of daughter, spouse and mother, heading major corporations and non-profits, running key states as Chief Minister to successfully sending an orbiter to Mars in their first attempt! Objectification of women is a global issue - including in our own backyard in Oregon.
Shobhaa D has seen it all from a unique vantage point for over 4 decades. She is a celebrated author of 18 books, a publisher, founding editor of celebrity magazines, a regular columnist and blogger, a media and Bollywood icon in her own right, while fulfilling traditional duties. As an inveterate interpreter of contemporary society, Shobhaa has been catalyst in nudging Indian women to action and demand their deserved status in the world.
She is one of India's top best-selling authors. All her books have topped the charts and have been translated into multiple languages. She is the recipient of several awards for her journalistic contributions, writes prolifically for Indian and international publications, is recognized as an important social commentator and something of an authority on popular culture. She was featured as the The 50 Most Powerful People' in India on VERVE's 2013 list and the list of Google's 20 Most Searched Indian Women of 2014. Shobhaa is regular speaker at TIE Global Retreats.
TiE Oregon & World Affairs Council is truly privileged to host Ms. D for a personal conversation followed by a distinguished panel to discuss how women both in India Oregon are achieving success despite the challenges in front of them. Panel moderated by former KATU News reporter Anita Kissee.
Event schedule: 530 pm - 830 pm on Saturday November 15, 2014 at Mercy Corp, Portland Oregon. Ticket price $75 per person. Early bird price $50, if purchased by November 1st. To purchase tickets visit : www.oregon.tie .org. Proceeds benefits selected charities in Oregon.
Website: https://oregon.tie.org/event/40/shobhaa-d%C3%A9-pdx-close-and-personal
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