Ideas Unbound: Kajal Nisha Patel, Photography and Cross-Cultural Civic Engagement

Jul 27, 2014

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This video titled “Protection” profiles some of the cultural constructs of Indian society. Kajal reflects on her own family life and how her heritage continues to influence her today.

Produced by Kajal Nisha Patel; Co-Produced by Dimple Patel

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A dialogue with award-winning photographer Kajal Nisha Patel. Kajal is the founder and CEO of Lightseekers, a social enterprise based in the United Kingdom that leverages the power of photography to promote cross-cultural civic engagement.

Kajal Nisha Patel on LinkedIn

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Tune into the interview with Kajal, click through the corresponding slideshow to the left and watch the featured videos to learn more about Lightseekers’ impact on our world…

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