#28 From Minimum Wage Earner To Global Leader: Sobhana Jaya Madhavan | Truth Tribe

Join host Ravi Toor as he dives into an inspiring conversation with Sobhana Jaya Madhavan, Chief Impact Officer at MSM Unify. Graduating with a master's in social work from Tata Institute of Social Sciences in Mumbai, Sobhana's career spans continents, starting with minimum wage jobs in Canada to becoming a senior government official in British Columbia. Learn about her work in fostering community relationships, her dedication to women's empowerment, and her role in bridging the gap between academia and the community at SFU. Hear Sobhana discuss her principles of unapologetic optimism, the importance of volunteering, and her insights on challenges and opportunities faced by immigrants. A must-watch for anyone interested in social work, education,leadership, immigrant experiences, and making the world a fairer, kinder place 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:58 Guest Introduction: Sobhana Jaya Madhavan 01:18 Sobhana's Early Life and Education 05:13 The Journey into Social Work 14:36 Challenges and Triumphs in Malaysia 19:22 Immigration to Canada: Trials and Tribulations 20:51 First Job in Canada and Early Struggles 29:07 Career Growth in Canadian Government 40:29 Evolution of Social Work 41:00 Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Professions 41:20 Global Perspectives on Education 42:51 Role at Simon Fraser University 44:42 Relevance of Universities in a Changing World 45:48 Adapting Education to Technological Changes 54:08 Volunteering: A Lifelong Commitment 59:50 Daily Routine and Mindfulness 01:05:58 Book Recommendation and Life Philosophy 01:08:54 Message to Women and Future Aspirations 01:13:22 Final Thoughts and Gratitude 🔔Explore Punjabi and South Asian culture, personal growth & community tales with Truth Tribe in Canada. Join for inspiring stories & insights: https://tinyurl.com/ndx8f9ub ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Audio Podcast is currently on your favorite platforms: 👉Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truthtribe ✅ Stay Connected With Us. 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthtribeshow/ 👉Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetruthtribe1 👉Twitter: https://twitter.com/Truthtribeshow 👉Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-toor-8a22a4171/