In this episode of the Ananya CDC podcast, host Madhavi Adimulam speaks with Dr. Dimple Mehta, a renowned educationist, certified corporate trainer, and life coach. Dr. Mehta shares her experiences training over 18,000 educators and 24,000 parents globally. They discuss the challenges faced by today's teaching community, the concept of empowered teaching in 21st-century classrooms, and the importance of self-awareness and reflection for educators. Dr. Mehta also shares real-life examples of transformative teacher training and offers advice on how teachers can navigate resource-limited environments. Learn about the power of creativity, community involvement, and practical strategies that educators can use to inspire and support their students.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

00:51 Challenges in Today's Teaching Community

01:49 Empowered Teaching in the 21st Century

03:19 Evolving Expectations from Educators

05:13 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence

08:21 Self-Awareness and Reflection in Teaching

11:19 Empowering Educators in Resource-Limited Environments

14:12 Success Stories and Cross-Sector Learnings

18:54 Role at Iris and Final Thoughts