Women of Service Award, 2025
On July 16, 2025, Dr. Dhanashri Pawar, Founder-Director of Divyam Mind Guiding Academy, was honored at a special felicitation ceremony organized by Bhikkhu Sangha United Buddhist Mission, Social Educational Cultural Center, and Utkranti Stree Manch Mandal in Mumbai.
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She was recognized for her exceptional contributions to social, educational, cultural, and religious causes through selfless service. The event, held at the Banket Dhammakaya Auditorium in Chembur, was presided over by Dr. Rahul Bodhi Mahathero, renowned Vipassana Acharya and Ph.D.
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This recognition celebrates Dr. Dhanashri’s ongoing commitment to empowering families, supporting neurodiverse children, and building a more compassionate, inclusive society through her work at Divyam.
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Women Of Substance Award, 2024
On March 8, 2024, Dr. Dhanashri Pawar, Founder-Director of Divyam, was honored with the Excellence Award in Healthcare at the Women of Substance 2024 Awards, hosted by She Inspire Magazine. The event, held on International Women’s Day, recognized over 100 exceptional women who have demonstrated remarkable leadership and impact across various sectors.
Dr. Dhanashri was celebrated for her pioneering work in the field of autism, where her dedication has transformed lives and brought greater awareness to the community. The awards ceremony, graced by renowned television actress and classical dancer Sudha Chandran, was a testament to the power of women making a difference in their fields.
Lokmat Trendsetters Award, 2021
On January 23, 2021, Dr. Dhanashri Pawar, Founder-Director of Divyam, was proudly recognized at the Lokmat Trend Setters Awards in Mumbai for her exceptional work in the field of autism. The award ceremony, graced by Maharashtra Governor Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Minister Jayant Patil, and other prominent figures, celebrated 34 trendsetters from Maharashtra.
Dr. Dhanashri's dedication to transforming lives in the autism community was highlighted as part of the release of the ‘Lokmat Trend Setters’ coffee table book, which profiles the inspiring work of awardees