What is Policy Cafe? Policy Cafe is a community-centered virtual conversation series that brings together grassroots and policy perspectives on key public policy challenges. Invitation Namaste We invite you to a high-impact virtual Policy Cafe on August 7, 2025, where experts across the Education ecosystem will come together to reimagine California’s K–12 education system through the lens of service-based learning. Key topics include: Equity in Experiential Learning: How can we ensure every student, regardless of background, benefits from real-world, service-based learning experiences? Community-Driven Innovation: How can Schools, Nonprofits, and Government Stakeholders co-create sustainable, scalable models that will shape future community leaders? Your voice matters! Register now and help shape policies that empower every student to thrive. For inquiries: policy-research@sewausa.org Regards, |
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What is Policy Cafe? Policy Cafe is a community-centered virtual conversation series that brings together grassroots and policy perspectives on key public policy challenges. Invitation Namaste We invite you to a high-impact virtual Policy Cafe on August 7, 2025, where experts across the Education ecosystem will come together to reimagine California’s K–12 education system through the lens of service-based learning. Key topics include: Equity in Experiential Learning: How can we ensure every student, regardless of background, benefits from real-world, service-based learning experiences? Community-Driven Innovation: How can Schools, Nonprofits, and Government Stakeholders co-create sustainable, scalable models that will shape future community leaders? Your voice matters! Register now and help shape policies that empower every student to thrive. For inquiries: policy-research@sewausa.org Regards, |
Speakers |
Pam Siebert 
Vice President of Community Impact and Evaluation at the National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) | 
Ramona Schindelheim
Journalist at The Future of Wor(ers) Newsletter | 
Ankur Patel
Director of Advancement for Hindu University of America |
Lori Heslewood
Director of Operations at the South Carolina Afterschool Alliance | 
Elizabeth Navarro
Communications Coordinator at the Migration Policy Institute | 
Efrain Mercado
National Association of State Boards of Education as Project Director for Common Core State |
Isabel Luciano
Director of Training & Curriculum Design | 
Rakhi Israni
Vice President, Government and Public Relations at Sewa International USA | 
Kusuma Buddhiraju
Public Policy Scholar at Columbia University |
Neeraja Deshpande 
Engaged as a Policy Writer |
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Pam Siebert
Vice President of Community Impact and Evaluation at the National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC)
Ramona Schindelheim
Journalist at The Future of Wor(ers) Newsletter
Ankur Patel
Director of Advancement for Hindu University of America
Lori Heslewood
Director of Operations at the South Carolina Afterschool Alliance
Elizabeth Navarro
Communications Coordinator at the Migration Policy Institute
Efrain Mercado
National Association of State Boards of Education as Project Director for Common Core State
Isabel Luciano
Director of Training & Curriculum Design
Rakhi Israni
Vice President, Government and Public Relations at Sewa International USA
Kusuma Buddhiraju
Public Policy Scholar at Columbia University
Neeraja Deshpande
Engaged as a Policy Writer |
Moderators 
Host: Regional Project Manager, 
Moderator: Vice - President 
Moderator: Program Director, |
Live Demo Don’t miss our live composting demonstration, where you’ll learn how to transform kitchen waste into nutrient-rich compost—an easy and effective way to contribute to a greener planet. |
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Ira Gramopadhye Ira is a high school student who regularly practices composting at home, and is passionate about sustainable living. She will be giving a live demonstration on composting, sharing simple and practical tips to help you get started. In her free time, Ira enjoys hiking, playing volleyball, and exploring new cafes with her friends. |
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