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Hi, I'm Anjana Manian, CEO and Co-founder at DIYA Research. I spent over two decades in the tech industry —leading innovation through the rise of the internet, cloud computing, and now, AI. And through all these waves of transformation, one thing has always been clear: when technology shifts, we need to bring people along with it. AI is one such shift; AI isn't just another wave — it's a rising tide. A tsunami. (pause) Like fire, wheel, or electricity, it marks a turning point — not just in technology, but in the human story. These breakthroughs didn't just change how we lived. They changed who we became. We're standing at the edge of something that's going to touch every field, every job, every life. And with change this massive, we can't afford to be unprepared. And here's the thing: While AI is racing ahead, our education system is lagging - not out of neglect, but because it's hard for slow-moving systems to keep pace with a fast-moving world. Our Students are learning foundational science and math — but they're missing something essential. Data literacy. Understanding of how AI connects across disciplines. And teachers? They're caught in the middle — deeply committed, but often overwhelmed and under-equipped. The result? A growing gap between the future we're stepping into and the way we're preparing our young people to meet it. That gap — between what's possible and what's accessible — is what sparked the idea for DIYA. DIYA is not just as an initiative, but a movement: to equip students, empower teachers, and prepare professionals to lead in an AI-powered world. Because closing that gap isn't just important — it's urgent. DIYA isn't just about teaching students to become AI engineers or programmers, though some will. It's about something bigger: giving young people the confidence to engage with the future they're inheriting. It's about helping teachers lead with confidence in classrooms that are changing. And giving professionals the tools to stay relevant in an AI-driven world. People with Data & AI literacy are the ones who will shape the future. So the question is — who do you want to be shaping that future? A privileged few? Or your daughter, your son, your student, your neighbor — someone brilliant who just needed the opportunity? That's what we are offering at DIYA. That's the spark we're igniting at DIYA Research. A spark that lights the way for changemakers, educators, and doers. Thank You

Hi, I'm Suma Bhat, now faculty at Princeton University and formerly Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I'm a researcher, an award-winning educator, and someone who believes deeply in being the change I wish to see. Outside my research, my passion lies in harnessing data and technology for meaningful, societal impact — and DIYA Research is where that passion comes to life. Over the course of my academic journey, one thing has become clear: Curiosity doesn't follow a straight line. Some students come to DIYA eager to dive into algorithms and code. Others arrive just beginning their journey, unsure of where to start. Both paths are not only welcome — they're essential. That's why we've designed our programs to meet students exactly where they are — and take them as far as their curiosity will carry them. They explore how AI is transforming the world around them. They work with actual data, through tools that are accessible. They ask powerful questions: How does AI make these decisions? Is it fair? Is it ethical? In just two weeks, uncertainty turns into insight — and something shifts. They begin to believe, "Maybe I belong here." Then there are students who catch that spark and want to go further. They learn to program, to build models, to make sense of the mathematics behind the magic. They discover that data tells stories — and they want to learn its language. They enter our intermediate programs, solving real problems with real code. And some go even further still — designing original research, tackling questions no one's answered yet. Their work gets presented. Published. Recognized. What's remarkable is that students move through these pathways not because of pressure, but because of purpose. Each step builds their confidence. Each challenge strengthens their voice. They're mentored by researchers and professionals who've actively contributing to this field. And when they complete our programs, they don't just walk away with new skills — they walk away knowing they belong in spaces of research, innovation, and impact. Many return to mentor the next cohort, continuing a beautiful cycle of curiosity and contribution. At DIYA, we're not just building knowledge. We're building belief — in self, in science, and in the power to create change. Because in the end, the journey isn't about becoming an expert. It's about becoming someone who sees a problem — and knows they can be part of the solution. That's what we're really building.