About this episode

The episode features Shruthi Ashwathappa, a mental health advocate and national finalist in the Australia Galaxy Pageants, discussing her initiatives and advocacy work.

Shruthi is a Melbourne-based IT professional, mental health advocate, and national finalist in the Australia Galaxy Pageants. Through her initiative Project Voice Out, she promotes open conversations around mental wellbeing, confidence, and community support. Inspired by her late father’s dedication to education, she also supports Aswath International Academy, helping empower young people through culture, education, and leadership. Shruthi uses the platform of pageantry to amplify advocacy, inspire resilience, and encourage others to find their voice.

People in this episode

Host: Meg Baertl Brown

Guest: Shruthi Ashwathappa

Topics covered

• mental health
• pageantry
• advocacy
• community support
• education
• resilience

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Aswath International Academy

Places: Melbourne

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