Meet our team
Meet our hardworking and dedicated team who joined us on this journey to tackle period poverty and the stigma surrounding women's health
Our Founders
Ria Soni
Co-founder
Ria is a second year medical student in New York City. She co-founded Project Stree because she firmly believes that allowing women to take charge of their own health is the key to uplifting them. In her free time, Ria loves experimenting with coffee, trying new recipes, and reading fiction novels.
Co-Founder
Ria Soni (she/her)
* Ria is like elaichi (cardamom) because whether it's used in chai or mithai, its unique taste always stands out, just like Ria.
Team Coordinators
Prapti Shah
Ambassador
Prapti is a Health Sciences student at Northeastern University. She is dedicated to serving her community through activities on campus, volunteering at the hospital, and her involvement with Project Stree. Prapti enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching movies, playing board games, painting, baking, and dancing.
Team Ambassador
Prapti Shah (she/her)
*Prapti is like elaichi (cardamom) – she brings warmth and homeliness to those around her, much like how cardamom is used in Indian sweets and Chai. She has a unique personality that allows her to fit in wherever she goes and show love and care to everyone.
Khushi Patel
Ambassador Coordinator
Khushi is a pre-medical student at Rutgers University, studying Health Administration and Biology. Being part of Project Stree enables her to give back to the women who shaped her passion for women's health and support young girls in India in their fight against period poverty and stigma. She enjoys visiting art museums, relaxing in cozy cafes, chasing sunsets, and exploring hiking.
Ambassador Coordinator
Khushi Patel (she/her)
*Khushi is like jeera, the versatile spice that blends well with various dishes and pairs excellently. She easily connects with new people, bringing warmth and ease into their lives.
Shivani Soni
Workshop Coordinator
Shivani recently obtained her Bachelors in Physiotherapy in India. She is currently pursuing a Master's Degree Kinesiology at the University of Texas at Arlington. She joined Project Stree because she feels that menstrual hygiene education can positively impact womens' confidence. In her free time, she likes to paint and dance. Her favorite dance form is of course, garba!
Workshop Coordinator
Shivani Soni (she/her)
* Shivani is like haldi (turmeric) because of its many scientifically proven health benefits and anti-inflammatory properties which is comparable to her career as a healtchare professional.
Social Media & Blog Team
Krish Bhut
Blog Team Lead
Krish is a student at Brandeis University, pursuing a degree in Neuroscience and Anthropology on a premed track. She joined Project Stree to support open discussions about menstrual health and foster a supportive community for women. Outside of her studies, she enjoys exploring new music, reading, and taking naps.
Blog Team Lead
Krish Bhut (she/her)
* Krish is like haldi (turmeric) because it is generally versatile can be used in almost everything, just how she is flexible in all kinds of situations.
Anu Krishnan
Blog Writer
Anu, a Pomona College graduate in applied mathematics and dance, was active in mentoring, journalism, and hospital volunteering. She enjoys reading, coffee, and sharing dad jokes. As part of the Project Stree blog team, Anu is passionate about empowering women through education, sparking conversations on women’s health, and advocating for inclusivity in healthcare.
Blog Writer
Anuradha Krishnan (she/her)
* Anu is like black pepper—a versatile addition to any dish or cuisine, bringing a subtle kick of heat and enhancing everything around her.
Nikhita Borkar
Social Media Team Member
Nikhita graduated from American University in Washington, D.C. with a major in International Studies and minors in Public Health and Spanish. She is passionate about nonprofit and advocacy work, aiming to fight for health equality and equity worldwide through her involvement with Project Stree. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, having movie nights with friends, attending concerts, and traveling.
Social Media Team Member
Nikhita Borkar (she/her)
* Nikhita is like limbdo (curry leaf) because like limbdo,
She can help tie a flavor profile together and keeps things interesting!
Shreya Patel
Social Media Director
Shreya is a student at Northeastern University, majoring in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics with a minor in Law and Public Policy. She is driven by a commitment to service and advocacy and is passionate about providing menstrual health education and resources to every girl. In her free time, she enjoys unwinding with her family, going for runs, and reading with a cup of tea.
Social Media
Shreya Patel (she/her)
* Shreya is like jaiphal (nutmeg) because, much like jaiphal’s ability to enhance the flavor of various dishes, she brings out the best in every situation. Shreya’s presence may be subtle, but she strives to have an impactful and enriching effect on every experience and person that she comes across, much like the warm, aromatic essence of jaiphal in a dish.
Social Media
Maansi Shukla (she/her)
Designers
Jui Soni
Graphic Design Lead
Jui is an architect and master's student in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University. She joined Project Stree to support menstrual health awareness, gender equity, and women's empowerment. In her free time, Jui enjoys exploring cafes, capturing sunsets, and reading books.
Design Team Lead
Jui Soni (she/her)
* Jui is like dhania-jeera (coriander-cumin powder) because it brings so much flavor to Indian cooking and is so versatile.
Purti Hardikar
Ui/Ux Designer
Purti is a Product Designer at Acelab, passionate about using technology and design to create a positive impact. She joined Project Stree to contribute her skills in user experience, design, data.
When she's not busy with work, you'll find her off exploring new places, capturing moments with her camera, hitting the hiking trails, or dancing. Good luck guessing her current location or time zone!
User Experience Designer
Purti Hardikar (she/her)
* Purti is like teekhi mirchi (red chilly) she brings in the spice to everything with her creative skills.
Finance
Jeel Patel
Finance Lead
Jeel is a student at the Schulich School of Business in Toronto. She joined Project Stree because she is passionate about giving back to her community, women empowerment and making a meaningful impact. In her free time, she loves to dance, travel, cook and spend time with her family and friends.
Finance Team Lead
Jeel Patel (she/her)
* Jeel is like kesar (saffron) because just like this royal spice, she has a very vibrant personality which adds a little bit of colour everywhere she goes.
Suchi Patel
Finance Associate
Suchi is a driven high school student from Tampa, Florida, committed to community service. She joined Project Stree to advocate for women's health awareness and menstrual equity in underserved communities. She enjoys exploring cuisines, participating in hackathons, creating digital artwork, and spending time outdoors. She aspires to use technology to create impactful healthcare solutions.
Finance Associate
Suchi Patel (she/her)
* Suchi symbolizes healing, growth, and transformation in society, much like turmeric (hardar/haldi). She brightens lives with positivity, just like the vivid yellow tones of this spice.
Ambassadors
Priyal Patel
Ambassador
Priyal is a student at Johns Hopkins University, studying Neuroscience and Public Health. She is involved in various campus activities, including South Asian Students at Hopkins and the Model UN team. Priyal is passionate about research, mentoring, and health advocacy. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, reading, painting, and watching cooking shows on Netflix.
Ambassador
Priyal Patel (she/her)
* Priyal is like mango powder (amchoor) which adds a pop of flavor and zing and is versatile in its ability to be incorporated into a large variety of dishes
Ambassador
Roshni Chowhan (sher/her)
Samera Kathuria
Ambassador
Samera is a student at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, where she leads activities like the Indian Student Association and Key Club. Passionate about advocacy and education, she focuses on highlighting impactful South Asian women. In her free time, she enjoys dance, reading, art, and exploring new places.
Ambassador
Samera Kathuria
* Samera is like cinnamon because her warmth makes people feel welcome and at ease. Her adaptability allows her to fit into any situation and bring out the best in it
Mira Kanodia
Ambassador
Mira is like haldi (turmeric)—bright and vibrant, just like her personality. Known for its healing properties, haldi reflects Mira's ability to uplift others and bring positive, grounding energy to those around her.​
Ambassador
Mira Kanodia (she/her)
*Mira is like haldi (turmeric)—bright and vibrant, just like her personality. Known for its healing properties, haldi reflects Mira's ability to uplift others and bring positive, grounding energy to those around her.
Mira Kanodia
Ambassador
Anaya is a high school junior with a passion for sports and creativity. She shines on the basketball court and loves playing volleyball with her friends during her free time. Beyond athletics, Anaya has a keen eye for photography, capturing moments that tell unique stories. Her love for cooking allows her to experiment with new recipes and create delicious dishes for family and friends. Whether she's in the kitchen, behind a camera, or on the court, Anaya approaches everything she does with enthusiasm and a drive to learn.
Ambassador
Anaya Patel (she/her)
*Anaya is like elaichi (cardamom), with a unique blend of sweetness and depth that makes her stand out. Whether in a group or one-on-one, she adds elegance and warmth to every conversation, making moments feel special in her way.
Ambassador
Aparna Aji (she/her)
Ambassador
Umme Anushka (she/her)
Workshop Volunteers
Neel Mehta
Idar Area Coordinator
Neel is a law graduate for Hemchandrachay North Gujarat University. He is currently pursuing his Masters in law there as well. In his free time, he likes to get involved in social awareness campaigns and philanthropic work with his friends.
Idar Area Coordinator
Neel Mehta (he/him)
Tanvi Parikh
Idar Area Coordinator
Tanvi is a recent graduate from Parul Institute of Ayurved in Vadodara, Gujarat. She recently completed her Master's Degree. In her free time, she likes to read novels, cook and explore nature!
Idar Area Coordinator
Tanvi Parikh (she/her)
Mitwa Patel
Ahmedabad Area Coordinator
Mitwa is a web designer by profession. In her free time, she likes to explore new hobbies like cycling. She is passionate about serving women through empowerment and social work.
Ahmedabad Workshop Coordinator
Mitwa Patel (she/her)
Mitwa is a web designer by profession. In her free time, she likes to explore new hobbies like cycling. She is passionate about serving women through empowerment and social work.
Mitwa is a web designer by profession. In her free time, she likes to explore new hobbies like cycling. She is passionate about serving women through empowerment and social work.
Meghana Zala
Ahmedabad Area Coordinator
Meghana Zala is Graduate in Commerce from Gujarat University. She is the Managing Trustee of Youth Educational Society, a Trust run for Free which provides free education for underprivileged Students. She joined Project Stree because she believes that advances in women’s health will lead to an overall healthier society.
Ahmedabad Area Coordinator
Meghana Zala (she/her)
Riddhi Thakkar
Idar Area Coordinator
Riddhi is a banker by profession and yoga instructor by passion. She is passionate about building programs that increase confidence, knowledge, and skills for girls and women to help manage their menstruation.
Idar Area Coordinator
Riddhi Thakkar (she/her)
Juhi Patel
Co-founder
Juhi currently works at Boston Children's Hospital. She co-founded Project Stree because of her own experiences dealing with the menstrual stigma while growing up in India. When she's not managing clinical grants, she likes to get in touch with her artistic side through dance, photography, and painting.
Co-Founder
Juhi Patel (she/her)