MUMBAI: Award-winning actor and advocate Bhumi Pednekar is set to make her mark on the global stage at the prestigious World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos. Representing India as a Young Global Leader (YGL), Bhumi joins a distinguished group of global changemakers committed to addressing critical global challenges.
As part of her participation, Bhumi will engage in multiple high-profile discussions, focusing on climate action and gender equality—two causes she has passionately championed throughout her career. Bhumi has made an impact on these causes and others, both on and off the silver screen.
Sharing the stage with global leaders like Moira Forbes (Executive Vice President, Forbes), Sima Ved (Founder and Chairwoman, Apparel Group), Precious Moloi-Motsepe (Chancellor, University of Cape Town), including Jenny Johnson(CEO, Franklin Templeton) and Pam Kaur (Chief Financial Officer, HSBC), Bhumi will bring her unique voice as a cultural icon driving impactful change.
Bhumi’s advocacy for climate action is reflected in her ongoing efforts to raise awareness and inspire sustainable practices across industries and communities. She has consistently used her platform to shed light on the urgency of environmental challenges and the collective responsibility required to address them. As a proud Climate Warrior, Bhumi has worked tirelessly to push for meaningful change in environmental policy and practices.
In addition to her work on climate, Bhumi has been a vocal proponent of gender equality. She actively champions the empowerment of women across sectors, highlighting the importance of diversity, inclusion, and representation. Her efforts aim to break barriers and foster equitable opportunities for women, especially in spaces where their voices have historically been underrepresented. Bhumi is also an advocate for the UNDP, working to empower women globally and advocating for sustainable, inclusive development.
By participating in these pivotal conversations at Davos, Bhumi Pednekar underscores the vital role of cultural leaders in driving change and advocating for a better future. Through her work in cinema and her commitment to social impact, Bhumi continues to inspire action on the global stage.
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