Lotus STEMM

FULL HOUSE! 📣 We are officially SOLD OUT for Degrees of Success 2026! 🛑✨

We are overwhelmed by the response from the community. Tomorrow, we gather at the Brampton City Hall to celebrate South Asian leadership, and explore the future of Sustainable Living.

Quick Reminders for Tomorrow:
📍 Where: Brampton City Hall Conservatory
🕙 When: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
🧪 What: Hands-on STEMM activities, inspiring speakers, and community networking!

We can’t wait to see the Conservatory buzzing with the next generation of scientists, engineers, and advocates.

Get some rest—we’ll see you tomorrow morning! 🌿🔬💪

Big things happen when we work together! 🚀

We are absolutely thrilled to introduce our incredible Outreach Partners for the upcoming conference! These organizations are the backbone of education, STEM, and community growth, and we are honoured to have their support.

💡 Don’t just walk by—get involved! Our partners will have dedicated booths featuring interactive, hands-on activities. Whether you’re looking to experiment, build, or learn something new, this is where the magic happens.

A huge thank you to the team making a real impact:









📍 Tag a friend who would enjoy trying out some of the outreach partners’ hands-on activities!

Learn more about the conference on our website, link in the bio!

Panel Reveal: Sustainable Living Advocacy 🌿

Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a practice shaped by our culture, our professional roles, and our commitment to justice. 🌍

We’re gathering three distinct voices for an honest conversation, guided by our moderator, Anu Ramchandran Nair.

🎤 Meet our Moderator: Anu Ramchandran Nair A strategic life sciences professional and PhD student, Anu’s career spans the entire research lifecycle, from the lab bench to health systems. As an empathetic leader, she brings a rare end-to-end view of innovation and a passion for community impact.

Meet our Panelists:

✨ Tisya Pramanik: Grounded in her cultural roots as a first-generation immigrant, Tisya finds stewardship in the everyday—reminding us that gardening, baking, and small daily habits are where meaningful change begins. 🥖🌱

✨ Sapna Jain: Bridging the gap between data and action. As President of DAMA Toronto and a manager at Iron & Earth, Sapna leads initiatives that strengthen communities and advance workforce development for a sustainable economy. 📈🤝

✨ Dr. Praneeta Mudliar: A researcher and educator at UTM whose work explores the intersections of power and justice. From land conservation to youth climate advocacy, she is dedicated to empowering the next generation of environmental problem-solvers. 📚⚖️

Come for the insights, stay for the community. 🗣️

🔗 Register via the link in our bio!

✨ SPEAKER REVEAL ✨

We are thrilled to announce the lineup for this year’s Degrees of Success conference! 🌍

This lineup isn’t just about professional expertise; it’s about amplifying voices from the South Asian diaspora who are leading the charge in sustainability, health, and engineering.

Each speaker brings a unique perspective shaped by their rich heritage and their drive to create a better future. Here is who you will hear from:

🧪 Navneet Kaur Johal: A final-year Chemical Engineering Technology student and Corporate HSE co-op at IKO North America. She is bridging the gap between education and action, applying safety and environmental best practices in real-world settings.

🌾 Deepinti Walke: A climate change and agribusiness consultant. She helps companies navigate climate reporting and works across the entire agriculture value chain to strengthen our food systems.

🩺 Dr. Sujane Kandasamy: Assistant Professor at McMaster University and co-founder of The Starfish Canada and PEACH Health Ontario. She works at the critical intersection of community engagement, research, and improving the health of both people and the planet.

Don’t miss these talks! 🗣️

🔗 Link in bio to register!