Author - Rupali Joshi

For more than 40 years, Aruna Aunty—as we all lovingly call her—has called Spokane home, dedicating her time and energy to building a stronger, more welcoming community through service, compassion, and collaboration. Dr. Bhuta, a PhD Microbiologist, immigrated to the United States in 1971 to pursue graduate studies. She worked in the field for 13 years before relocating to Spokane in the 1980s. She worked with families with children with special healthcare needs for 20 years. Dr. Bhuta has...

March is celebrated as Women’s History Month in the US, an annual observance honoring the contributions of women throughout history and in contemporary society. Here’s a special story, created right here in our community by our Indian Desi girl, that’s truly worth sharing. With her family’s support, she raises her own while guiding countless others to heal, thrive, and build a brighter future. Success Story: Massuda From Skill-Building to Independent Seamstress https://www.sewshecan.org/succe...

Why Celebrate Womanhood? It reminds us of what women—and communities of women—make possible. 💜 It honors women’s often unseen work sustaining families, culture, knowledge, justice, and care. 💜 It recognizes the resilience needed to navigate a world where gender shapes opportunity and safety. 💜 It affirms that women’s identities are diverse and self-defined, beyond society’s assigned roles. 💜 An International Women’s Day 2026 celebration envisioned by the visionary community leader Sowmya...