Board of Directors
Shereen Arent, President
“At Sambhali Trust I witnessed heartbreaking struggles and amazing transformations. I came home committed to working with other Americans to support the many ways Rajasthani women and girls were raising their voices and rebuilding their lives through Sambhali’s programs.”
Ginka Poole, Vice President
"The stories of the women of Sambhali are heartbreaking but have a lot of hope. As the Communications and Social Media Manager, I want to put those impactful stories in the palm of your hand, creating a community that uplifts and supports the women and girls of Rajasthan."
Esther Pujol Rodriguez, Treasurer
“Working with Sambhali U.S. is offering me the opportunity to utilize my financial expertise for a common good.”
Donna Arons, Secretary
“I love the idea of working with an organization that impacts the life experiences of so many girls and women, and through them, their families, their communities and beyond.”
Carlea Bauman, Director
“I support Sambhali U.S. because I believe that every person should have a right to an education and self-autonomy. Furthermore, educated women and girls strengthen economies and help communities flourish. Everyone wins when a girl gets to go to school.”
Dina Baker, Director
“I have been preceded and surrounded by generations of women with strength, conviction, and independence of voice and spirit. This has driven me in so many ways…. Through Sambhali U.S., I have the opportunity to support women and girls in their self-empowerment and self-determination, as they create a potent legacy for their future generations.”
Hayley Corey, Director
“I heard about Sambhali U.S. in 2019 just before my wedding. I read Saroj’s story and learned about the typical lives of child brides in India. As I was getting ready to marry my best friend, I couldn’t help but think about the women in India and the autonomy I have in life. I’m inspired by the courageous women and girls of Rajasthan, who are building a road to economic independence and ultimately determining their own destinies.”
Khusbu Patel, Director
“I grew up in India and always felt a strong desire to work with and for the education of the girls and women. When I had a conversation with the girls at Sambhali Trust, I knew that I had been allowed to do the work I strongly desired to do.”