Reshma Saujani
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| Name | Reshma Saujani |
| Birth date | November 18, 1975 |
| Birth place | Illinois, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Indian American |
| Residence | New York City, New York |
| Alma mater | Harvard University, Yale Law School, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign |
Reshma Saujani is an American lawyer, Democratic politician, and the founder of Girls Who Code, a non-profit organization that aims to increase the number of women in computer science and technology. She has been involved in various political campaigns, including her own run for United States House of Representatives in 2010 against Carolyn Maloney and Charles Rangel. Saujani has also worked with prominent figures such as Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, and Nancy Pelosi. Her work has been recognized by organizations like Forbes, Fortune, and Fast Company.
● Early Life and Education
Reshma Saujani was born in Illinois to Indian American parents, who immigrated to the United States from Mumbai, India. She grew up in Chicago, Illinois, and developed an interest in politics and public service at a young age, inspired by leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr.. Saujani attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Speech Communications. She then went on to earn a Juris Doctor degree from Yale Law School and a Master of Public Policy degree from Harvard University, where she was influenced by the work of John F. Kennedy and Robert F. Kennedy. During her time at Harvard University, Saujani was exposed to the ideas of Michael Porter and Robert Putnam, which shaped her understanding of economic development and social capital.
● Career
Saujani began her career as a lawyer at Davis Polk & Wardwell, a Wall Street law firm, where she worked on corporate law and financial regulation cases, including those related to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. She later became a public prosecutor in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, where she worked under Robert Morgenthau and prosecuted cases related to white-collar crime and cybercrime, including those involving hacking and identity theft. Saujani's experience in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office also gave her insight into the work of law enforcement agencies like the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the New York City Police Department (NYPD).
● Politics
Saujani's entry into politics was marked by her run for the United States House of Representatives in 2010, where she challenged Carolyn Maloney and Charles Rangel in the Democratic primary. Although she lost the election, Saujani's campaign gained attention from prominent Democratic leaders like Bill Clinton and Al Gore. She has also been involved in various political campaigns and has worked with organizations like the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and the New York State Democratic Committee. Saujani's political views have been influenced by the work of Paul Krugman and Joseph Stiglitz, and she has been a vocal supporter of progressive causes like healthcare reform and climate change mitigation.
● Girls Who Code
In 2012, Saujani founded Girls Who Code, a non-profit organization aimed at increasing the number of women in computer science and technology. The organization provides programming education and mentorship to girls from underrepresented communities, with the goal of bridging the gender gap in the tech industry. Girls Who Code has partnered with companies like Google, Microsoft, and Facebook to provide resources and support to its students, and has also collaborated with organizations like the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA). Saujani's work with Girls Who Code has been recognized by leaders like Melinda Gates and Sheryl Sandberg, and has been featured in publications like The New York Times and Forbes.
● Personal Life
Saujani is married to Nihal Mehta, a venture capitalist and entrepreneur, and they have a son together. She is a resident of New York City and is involved in various philanthropic efforts, including supporting organizations like the American Red Cross and the United Way. Saujani's personal life has also been influenced by her experiences as an Indian American woman, and she has spoken about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the tech industry and beyond. Her work has been recognized by organizations like the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund (AALDEF) and the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP).
● Awards and Recognition
Saujani has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including being named one of Forbes' 30 Under 30 and one of Fortune's 40 Under 40. She has also been recognized by organizations like the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI), and has received awards like the Jefferson Award for Public Service and the Diana Award. Saujani's work with Girls Who Code has also been recognized by leaders like Michelle Obama and Malala Yousafzai, and has been featured in publications like The Wall Street Journal and Fast Company. Her contributions to the tech industry and education have been acknowledged by organizations like the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) and the Computer Science Education Coalition (CSEC).