Voices from the Himalayas - 3 stories of Nepalese women

DESISLab + ERA Chair in Social Innovation@NOVA SBE

Join us for an evening of powerful storytelling and meaningful conversation featuring three compelling short documentaries by Pushpa Joshi.

Tasca das Artes

Social Innovators in Residence Activities

The Social Innovators in Residence are social innovators and entrepreneurs who come to spend a week at NovaSBE to share their experience and enthusiasm for social impact. During their visit, they engage with various audiences through workshops and others.

Join us for an evening of powerful storytelling and meaningful conversation as we present "Voices from the Himalayas - 3 Stories of Nepalese Women," featuring three compelling short documentaries by filmmaker and activist Pushpa Joshi.This special screening is part of our collaboration with Olhares do Mediterrâneo - Women's Film Festival and will take place at Tasca das Artes, bringing together cinema, activism, and community dialogue in one inspiring space.Pushpa Joshi, our Social Innovator in Residence Fall 2025, is a young activist from Nepal with over a decade of experience advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), adolescent sexuality, and gender equality. She co-founded YoSHAN (Youth-led SRHR Advocacy Nepal), where she leads youth-centered, feminist initiatives. Currently pursuing a Master's in Gender Studies, Pushpa uses photography and filmmaking to amplify gender justice and lived experiences.The three films - Lalita, Veiled, and Tarang - tell stories of women navigating challenges that society often presents to them. Each film portrays how women seek dignity, love, and freedom in their own unique ways, even when faced with silence, stigma, or societal expectations. Together, they remind us of the everyday strength it takes to be yourself and to make choices in a world that doesn't always make it easy.Agenda:<ul><li>Intro from DESIS Lab @Nova SBE and ERA Chair in Social Innovation representative and Festival Olhares do Mediterrâneo</li><li>Film Screening: Three powerful short documentaries exploring themes of gender, identity, and resilience</li><li>Conversation with Pushpa Joshi: Join us for an intimate discussion about the films, her work, and the intersection of activism and storytelling</li><li>Cocktail Reception: Stay for finger food and drinks, connect with Pushpa, and continue the conversation</li></ul>Date &amp; Time: October 16, 2025Location: Tasca das ArtesDuration: 90 minutesEntry: FreeA special thank you to our partners Olhares do Mediterrâneo - Women's Film Festival for this meaningful collaboration and to Tasca das Artes for hosting us in their welcoming space!Come for the stories, stay for the connections!