SKI Charities

Category: Podcast

  • Microfinance, the Perfect Fit for SKI Charities

    When Shyam K. Iyer first began SKI Charities three years ago, there was no question that microfinance would be the best method for him to execute his vision. Though the effectiveness of the approach has been speculated, Shyam stands by microfinance as a powerful way to provide people with a sense of autonomy, responsibility and…

  • A Conversation with Shyam: Inspiration Found in Local Mapuche Craft-Making and Cuisine

    Shyam returned from his most recent trip to Lebu, Chile inspired by the crafts, textiles, and food being created by SKImfi microfinance beneficiaries of indigenous Mapuche heritage. SKI Charities aims to give women a path to start and grow sustainable businesses that encourage them to utilize their culturally-embedded skillset. Listen in to hear more about…

  • A Conversation with Shyam: Where We Are and Where We’re Going

    For our fourth SKI Charities podcast, founder Shyam K. Iyer sits down to discuss why he chose to begin the charity in Mutare, Zimbabwe. He goes on to talk about how he chose the second charity site (Lebu, Chile) and what the similarities are between the two. Listen in on the discussion, and hear Shyam’s…

  • A Conversation with Shyam: The Election in Zimbabwe

    In the latest “Conversation with Shyam,” we sat down with the SKI Charities founder to talk about the presidential elections that were recently held in Zimbabwe. Candidates Robert Mugabe (Prime Minister from 1980-87 and President from 1987-Present) and Morgan Tsvangirai (Prime Minister from 2009-Present) currently share power in Zimbabwe’s presidential republic.  The election for presidency resulted…

  • A Conversation with Shyam: Back from Zimbabwe

    After his most recent trip to Zimbabwe, SKI Charities founder Shyam was nothing short of inspired. Here, he recounts the stories of SKImfi participants who have invigorated their communities not just with new businesses but with hope. The spillover effect is definitely at play here, with just one woman inspiring everyone from her family, to…

  • A Conversation with Shyam: Putting Voices to the Foundation

    SKI Charities empowers not only women in Lebu, but also members of Lebu’s indigenous Mapuche culture. Listen in on our first audio discussion with SKI Charities founder, Shyam, as he talks about his most recent trip to Lebu, Chile where he had the opportunity to connect with local Mapuches artists. Be sure to check out…