What does it really mean to be a local? You might have lived in a place your whole life, navigating the city without maps, knowing the best spots to eat before they became popular. But being a localite runs deeper than familiarity. It’s about community. It’s about understanding the full spectrum of lives around you, the people, their livelihoods, the spaces and resources you share. And most importantly, it’s about contributing in ways that go beyond yourself. This month, we’re stepping away from our screens and into the neighbourhood. We’ll walk through the communities that exist in plain sight yet often go unnoticed the people, places, and stories that make Chennai truly Chennai. Join us as we explore what it means to be genuinely, meaningfully local.
About the speaker
Sunitha Ravichandran is an Operations leader with over a decade of experience at the intersection of healthcare and technology. She holds a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering from the United States and has led global roles focused on efficiency, scalability, and organisational growth.
Since 2017, Sunitha has been actively involved with Yein Udaan, growing from a volunteer to Trustee, and now serves as Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer. She is passionate about building sustainable systems that create safe, inclusive learning spaces and expand meaningful opportunities for children living in urban slums.
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