In a proud moment for Nagaland, educator and inclusion advocate Keren Sumi has been featured in the Forbes India Women Power Edition, with her story appearing on Page 59 of the national publication that honours women driving change across diverse sectors in the country.
The feature, titled “The Architecture of Empathy: Keren Sumi’s Blueprint for Public Education,” traces her journey from a career in image management, soft skills training and entrepreneurship to her current role as a Government Primary Teacher committed to inclusive education.
According to the feature, Sumi has been at the forefront of efforts to create a more inclusive learning environment, particularly for children from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Her work focuses on adapting classroom practices to meet diverse learning needs while promoting students’ social, emotional and mental well-being.
Drawing from her professional background in personality development and image management, Sumi incorporates life skills, confidence-building and values-based learning into classroom education. The feature notes that she emphasizes respect, communication and self-belief as essential components of a child’s holistic development.
The feature also acknowledges the challenges she faced in championing educational reforms and inclusive practices, noting that despite resistance and setbacks, she remained steadfast in her vision of ensuring quality and equitable education for all children.
By blending empathy with professionalism, the Forbes India feature notes, Sumi continues to create opportunities for children to lead happier, independent and dignified lives.
Her recognition in the Forbes India Women Power Edition is seen as a milestone not only for her personal journey but also for Nagaland’s education sector, underscoring the transformative impact of inclusion and public service.
