The federation for children with Special Needs had in person gala last Saturday. First in person post pandemic. It was exciting for many reasons to begin with. I joined the board during pandemic so it was my first time meeting other members in real world. Some of them I have known for some time and have met them in person. I have been to Gala before but this year it was extra special. As a board member I have seen how incredible this organization is. But that is not it, I got to know people who work tirelessly to make things better for this community. One thing struck big time even though it is very obvious. How loved ones create the fierce leaders, game changers and pioneers in life. Each one of them went above and beyond because their loved one inspired them. I admit if not for Anand I wouldn’t be this woman I am today. Everyone of them who came on stage was there because someone they love deserved better.
Two incredible people - Michael Weiner, professional financial advisor and Roxanne Hoke Chandler, a public health professional, got the awards. Their children changed how they lived their life and inspired them to make it better for others too. The Gala celebrated the life of Larry Kotin, a pioneer in the field of special education law in Massachusetts.
Everything was amazing that evening, the Venue, the season, the weather, the food and drinks and the people and the disco theme . I couldn’t have been in any other place. So much fun, happiness, pride and more than anything the feeling of willingness to go beyond, push our limits so the next generation lives a better life. Most of them in the room had someone who inspires them to be their best version.
Please read more about the Gala and support Federation in any ways you can.
A beautiful lehriya Banarasi, a gift from a dear friend.
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