UNPACKING: A Happy World FT Akash Patel

Building a Happier World: An Inspiring Conversation with Akash Patel

In this episode of the Backpack Theory Podcast, host Adam is joined by Akash Patel, founder of the Happy World Foundation and chairman of the UN Association of the United States, to explore the importance of creating global connections. They discuss Akash's journey from India to the U.S., the challenges faced in bridging cultural divides, and his passionate work with children across countries to foster empathy and understanding. Akash shares how personal loss motivated his mission to fill societal gaps, leading to the empowerment of future generations through global experiences. The conversation delves into themes of unity, overcoming stereotypes, and the power of nonviolent connections in a polarized world, making a case for harnessing technology to inspire empathy and break barriers.

00:00 Introduction to the Backpack Theory Podcast
00:10 Meet Akash Patel: Founder of Happy World Foundation
00:56 The Importance of Paid Parental Leave
01:33 Cultural Differences in Child Nurturing
02:05 Happy World Foundation's Mission
04:00 Connecting Kids Globally Through Technology
06:37 Breaking Stereotypes and Building Unity
08:11 Akash's Journey: From India to Oklahoma
10:58 Inspiring Empathy and Global Awareness
14:02 Challenges and Optimism for the Younger Generation
29:31 Turning Tragedy into a Mission
33:01 Empowering Future Generations
36:19 Final Thoughts and Reflections




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| Founder - Happy World 🌍👓Foundation (www.happyworldfoundation.us)
| National Council Chair - United Nations Association of the USA (https://unausa.org) 🇺🇳🇺🇸
| Past President - American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (http://www.actfl.org)
| Global Teacher Prize Top 40
| TEDx Speaker: https://goo.gl/jHELj2