Abhishek Suryawanshi

Abhishek Suryawanshi

President
Abhishek Suryawanshi

Abhishek Suryawanshi is the current President of the Harvard Students Spouses and Partners Association (HSSPA) and the founder of its film club. He also serves as the Director of Wikipedia SWASTHA (Special Wikipedia Awareness Scheme for Healthcare Affiliates) and is on a mission to provide accurate and trustworthy health information to non-English speaking communities by localizing Wikipedia's healthcare information in their respective languages.

Suryawanshi's work goes beyond making information available in different languages. He actively works to break down barriers and make knowledge accessible to all, especially those in rural areas who may not have access to healthcare information in their native language. Suryawanshi's journey into languages and translation began with a personal need for healthcare information in his native language.

Through his work with organizations such as Wikipedia, the United Nations, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and TED, Suryawanshi has witnessed the significant impact that translations and localization can have. As a Visiting Scholar at the School of Data Science, University of Virginia, Abhishek works with open-source communities and government agencies to ensure they utilize data science tools for better governance and outreach.

As HSSPA's President, Abhishek is driven by a deep sense of purpose to give back to the Harvard community through his skills and expertise. With HSSPA's over 100 years of history serving global families associated with Harvard University, Abhishek recognizes the importance of continuing to build on this legacy. His vision for HSSPA is to transform it into a world-class organization that fosters a sense of belonging, support, and community among its members. He aims to achieve this by documenting the organization's history and achievements, streamlining the process of joining for new members, and making HSSPA more accessible and inclusive for everyone. By doing so, he hopes to set a new standard for community-building and leadership at Harvard, and to inspire others to give back in their own unique ways.

Abhishek's wife, Madhura, is also committed to making a positive impact in the fields of healthcare and education. She is currently working with the Harvard Center for Education Policy Research and is a student at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Together, the couple is dedicated to improving access to knowledge and breaking down language barriers to make the world a more connected and informed place.

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