Zoya Lobo: From Begging to Breaking Barriers as India's 1st Transgender Photojournalist | The Aditi Surana Show | S1 E9

Zoya Thomas Lobo, India's First Transgender Photo Journalist is my guest in this episode of The Aditi Surana Show. Often, we fail to comprehend the challenges people face simply because we are unaware of their struggles. And sadly, when it comes to transgender individuals, they seem to be invisible in our eyes. However, Zoya's story stands as a powerful testament to the triumph of resilience, determination, and the unwavering pursuit of dreams.

Join me in celebrating Zoya's remarkable journey from begging to breaking barriers and becoming India's First Transgender Photo Journalist. Together, let us embrace her simple request to society - "Greet transgenders with a smile." 

Through her courage and unwavering spirit, Zoya inspires us to challenge societal norms and foster a more inclusive and compassionate world.

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About Zoyo Thomas Lobo:

Zoya Thomas Lobo is a talented transgender photojournalist based in Mumbai. Born and raised in a Christian community, Zoya's education was cut short and she experienced frequent relocations during her formative years and sometimes didn't even have a roof over her head. Despite the challenges she faced, Zoya always harboured a deep passion for photography. However, she had to set aside her dreams and shoulder the responsibility of earning a livelihood from a young age, for survival, she even asked for money in Mumbai local trains. Determined to overcome the obstacles in her path, she gradually transformed her passion into a remarkable reality.

Today, Zoya Thomas Lobo stands as a remarkable example of resilience and artistic talent, using her photography skills to capture compelling stories and shed light on important issues. Through her lens, she seeks to create awareness, inspire change, and empower marginalized communities.

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Welcome to The Aditi Surana Show, where we bring you stories of high performers who are not afraid to share their vulnerabilities, imperfections, failures and struggles while talking about their success. Season 1 of The Aditi Surana Show features pathbreakers who have broken norms and achieved success in their respective fields. We dive deep into their mental fitness secrets and discuss how we can all learn from their experiences. Our show is more like a live one on one coaching session where our guests share breakthrough moments that can inspire viewers to accept themselves on a deeper level. So tune in to The Aditi Surana Show to discover how you too can achieve your full potential. 

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About Aditi Surana: 

Meet Aditi Surana, a high-performance coach, a behavioural analyst with 19 years of experience and the founder of India's only mental fitness gym called APT. During the pandemic lockdown, Aditi assisted over 40,000 people in becoming wellness warriors, providing them with the tools and techniques to manage stress and anxiety effectively. Her success in this endeavour led her to become a content creator, and she now uses an interview/podcast format to answer people's questions and share her expertise. Aditi's coaching skills are exceptional, and she has even coached Femina Miss India in 2022, helping them develop techniques and methods to achieve their full potential. Her approach makes mental fitness fun, functional, and fashionable, making it easy for people to discuss their issues and seek help. With her guidance and support, Aditi has helped countless individuals become 10% mentally fitter, and she continues to inspire and empower more people to prioritize their mental well-being.

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Directed by Rasshi Ganeriwal 

Hosted by Aditi Surana 

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Content Strategy by Thought In a Dot

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