Many South Asians don’t realize they are neurodivergent—nor get diagnosed—until adulthood.
Not because the signs weren’t there, but because cultural pressures, family expectations, and stigma often masked them.
Add in the flood of pop psychology online, and it becomes even harder to know what’s true.
That’s why we’re hosting this 1-hour virtual workshop on neurodiver
✨ Why Attend?
• Learn how late diagnoses shape identity, self-worth, and careers 🌱
• Break stigma and create space for open dialogue at home 🏠
• Gain tools to advocate for yourself, your child, or your community 💼
• Connect with others reshaping how we talk about mental health 💬
🎤 Featuring
• Mrinal Gokhale — Writer, speaker, advocate, Author of Taboo: South Asian Mental Health Stories
• Dr. Preeti Kalra — Clinical Pharmacist & Mental Health Advocate (WE ARE SAATH, MyJyoti)
• Facilitated by Surbhi Vyas, LPC, ACS, NCC — Healing Lotus Mental Health, Therapist, SAAFC Education Lead
At South Asian Americans for Change (SAAFC), we believe in the power of community, storytelling, and healing through connection. Each year, we host a variety of events—gatherings that bring people together to explore mental health through art, conversation, and joy. Here’s a look at some of our past programming. These are just a few highlights—we’ve done so much more! You can find reels, recap videos, and event moments on our Instagram.
2025 Highlights
Programming
- Summit 2025 – An unforgettable evening celebrating art, healing, and community.
- Gala 2025 – Powerful performances, meaningful conversations, lasting impact.
- May Mental Health Walk – Celebrating AAPI Heritage & Mental Health Awareness with community and joy.
- Bollywood Trivia Night July 2025 – A blockbuster night of trivia, laughter, and community.
2024 Highlights
Programming
- Gala 2024 – A night of love, healing, and South Asian community coming together.
- Breaking the Silence Screening Event Part 2 – Episode 2 screening + panel: powerful conversations on men’s mental health.
- 2024 Year Recap Reel – From a growing team to national events and 20k+ community members, 2024 was just the beginning.
- August Social Hour at Love City – Closing out summer with friends, games, and good vibes at Love City Brewing.
- Breaking the Silence Screening Event Part 3 – An emotional evening of storytelling, conversation, and community during Suicide Awareness Month.
2023 Highlights
Programming
- Gala 2023 – An unforgettable evening of performance, conversation, and healing.
- Love the Skin I’m In Mother’s Day Brunch – A powerful brunch of conversation, community, and colorism awareness.
- Breaking the Silence Screening Event Part 1 – An evening of connection, candid conversation, and community art.
- 2023 Recap – Closing out summer with friends, games, and good vibes at Love City Brewing.



