Lotus STEMM

10/12/2026

10/11/2026

🏆✨ Celebrating our 2026 award recipients! ✨ 🏆

During our Annual General Meeting we were proud to recognize and celebrate individuals whose dedication, leadership, and contributions have made a meaningful impact within our community.

We would like to congratulate Jiya Prajapati on winning the Volunteer Excellence Recognition Award. This award recognizes a volunteer whose time and effort have directly strengthened an organization's programs, events, or community.

This is a reflection of Jiya’s time, effort, and commitment to Lotus STEMM. Swipe right to read more about Jiya and her work!

We are grateful for Jiya’s contributions and are honoured to celebrate Jiya’s achievement.

Congratulations Jiya! 👏

10/10/2026

🏆✨ Celebrating our 2026 award recipients! ✨ 🏆

During our Annual General Meeting we were proud to recognize and celebrate individuals whose dedication, leadership, and contributions have made a meaningful impact within our community. 

We would like to congratulate  Ayona Jaswal on winning the South Asian Women in STEMM Impact Award. This award recognizes a South Asian woman whose work, research, or leadership in STEMM has made a measurable impact on her field, her community, or the people coming up behind her.

This is a reflection of Ayona’s time, effort, and commitment in STEMM. Swipe right to read more about Ayona and her work! 

We are grateful for Ayona’s contributions and are honoured to celebrate Ayona’s achievement. 

Congratulations Ayona! 👏

10/08/2026

Myths spread in seconds, but pausing and being critical is key to combating misinformation.

The Lotus STEMM team continues to work with the communities to combat misinformation in multiple languages.

Following our recent workshops on sexual and reproductive health, our team informs you about the common myth regarding for !!

Thank you to ScienceUpFirst for the opportunity!

03/03/2026

What an incredible day at Degrees of Success! 🌱✨

We wanted to take a moment to say a massive THANK YOU to everyone who joined us. From interactive sustainability activities to deep-dive panel discussions, the energy was unmatched.

We set out to bridge the gap between sustainability, STEMM, and the South Asian community, and you all showed up and made it happen!

Shoutout to our amazing:
🎤 Speakers & Panelists for the inspiration.
✨Outreach Partners for the hands-on learning.
🙌 Volunteers & Sponsors for making the magic happen.
📸 Photographer: for capturing these moments!

But most importantly, thank YOU—our attendees—for showing up and being part of the conversation. We loved hearing about all the new things you learned!

Check out some highlights in the slides above. 👆

02/14/2026

FULL HOUSE! 📣 We are officially SOLD OUT for Degrees of Success 2026! 🛑✨

We are overwhelmed by the response from the community. Tomorrow, we gather at the Brampton City Hall to celebrate South Asian leadership, and explore the future of Sustainable Living.

Quick Reminders for Tomorrow:
📍 Where: Brampton City Hall Conservatory
🕙 When: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
🧪 What: Hands-on STEMM activities, inspiring speakers, and community networking!

We can’t wait to see the Conservatory buzzing with the next generation of scientists, engineers, and advocates.

Get some rest—we’ll see you tomorrow morning! 🌿🔬💪

02/13/2026

Big ideas need big support! 💡✨

We’re sending a huge thank you to the sponsors making the Degrees of Success conference possible. Their support allows us to inspire and uplift the next generation of innovators!

Shoutout to our amazing lineup:
🥈 Silver:
🥉 Bronze: , Imogen Coe Consulting, , Hardeep Mann CPA,
📍 Venue:
🍕 Food:

We couldn’t do this without you! 🙌

Check the link in our bio to learn more about the conference!

02/08/2026

Big things happen when we work together! 🚀

We are absolutely thrilled to introduce our incredible Outreach Partners for the upcoming conference! These organizations are the backbone of education, STEM, and community growth, and we are honoured to have their support.

💡 Don’t just walk by—get involved! Our partners will have dedicated booths featuring interactive, hands-on activities. Whether you’re looking to experiment, build, or learn something new, this is where the magic happens.

A huge thank you to the team making a real impact:









📍 Tag a friend who would enjoy trying out some of the outreach partners’ hands-on activities!

Learn more about the conference on our website, link in the bio!

02/06/2026

Panel Reveal: Sustainable Living Advocacy 🌿

Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a practice shaped by our culture, our professional roles, and our commitment to justice. 🌍

We’re gathering three distinct voices for an honest conversation, guided by our moderator, Anu Ramchandran Nair.

🎤 Meet our Moderator: Anu Ramchandran Nair A strategic life sciences professional and PhD student, Anu’s career spans the entire research lifecycle, from the lab bench to health systems. As an empathetic leader, she brings a rare end-to-end view of innovation and a passion for community impact.

Meet our Panelists:

✨ Tisya Pramanik: Grounded in her cultural roots as a first-generation immigrant, Tisya finds stewardship in the everyday—reminding us that gardening, baking, and small daily habits are where meaningful change begins. 🥖🌱

✨ Sapna Jain: Bridging the gap between data and action. As President of DAMA Toronto and a manager at Iron & Earth, Sapna leads initiatives that strengthen communities and advance workforce development for a sustainable economy. 📈🤝

✨ Dr. Praneeta Mudliar: A researcher and educator at UTM whose work explores the intersections of power and justice. From land conservation to youth climate advocacy, she is dedicated to empowering the next generation of environmental problem-solvers. 📚⚖️

Come for the insights, stay for the community. 🗣️

🔗 Register via the link in our bio!

02/03/2026

✨ SPEAKER REVEAL ✨

We are thrilled to announce the lineup for this year’s Degrees of Success conference! 🌍

This lineup isn’t just about professional expertise; it’s about amplifying voices from the South Asian diaspora who are leading the charge in sustainability, health, and engineering.

Each speaker brings a unique perspective shaped by their rich heritage and their drive to create a better future. Here is who you will hear from:

🧪 Navneet Kaur Johal: A final-year Chemical Engineering Technology student and Corporate HSE co-op at IKO North America. She is bridging the gap between education and action, applying safety and environmental best practices in real-world settings.

🌾 Deepinti Walke: A climate change and agribusiness consultant. She helps companies navigate climate reporting and works across the entire agriculture value chain to strengthen our food systems.

🩺 Dr. Sujane Kandasamy: Assistant Professor at McMaster University and co-founder of The Starfish Canada and PEACH Health Ontario. She works at the critical intersection of community engagement, research, and improving the health of both people and the planet.

Don’t miss these talks! 🗣️

🔗 Link in bio to register!