Sadhvi Saraswati

Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati, PhD, is a prominent female spiritual leader in India with a diverse background in promoting global interfaith cooperation, women's empowerment, and humanitarian initiatives.

She currently holds the position of Secretary-General at the Global Interfaith WASH Alliance, a pioneering organization focused on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene, supported by UNICEF.

As the President of Divine Shakti Foundation, she is deeply involved in charitable activities that aim to provide education and empowerment to women and children in India.

Sadhviji is known for her leadership roles in various international platforms, including serving as Vice-Chair of the United Nations' Advisory Council on Religion, and contributing to steering committees of organizations like the Partnership for Religion and Sustainable Development and the World Bank's initiative to end extreme poverty.

Her academic journey includes earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology from the University of Integrative Learning and the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology, building on her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Stanford University.

Originally from Los Angeles, she has spent over two decades living at Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh, where she conducts spiritual discourses, meditation sessions, and oversees humanitarian projects.

A recipient of multiple awards and accolades for her impactful work in India, Sadhviji is a symbol of dedication to spiritual growth, social welfare, and global harmony.