Sivnand V

Atheist, Concerned citizen, Engineer, Explorer, Foodie, Student

I’ve always been drawn to the ideas people tend to shy away from—the ones that are often misunderstood. I believe the best way to explore them is by creating spaces for open, challenging conversations. This drive is what led me to bring TEDx to my college, SCMS School of Engineering and Technology, for the very first time. As the lead organizer, I'm proud to have built a community from the ground up, launching our first main event and three successful Salon events. My passion for dialogue goes beyond organizing. I'm an active debater and have honed my skills as both a delegate and a chair in the Model UN world. As an active atheist, I'm committed to the power of rational, honest debate to spread ideas that matter and, hopefully, change a few minds.