New York: Shailaja Paik, an Indian-American professor who researches and writes about Dalit women, has received a prestigious $800,000 “genius” grant from the MacArthur Foundation. This recognition of her extraordinary achievements in the field of social justice and the Foundation’s belief in her potential to bring about change is a source of inspiration for many. … Continue reading $800K Grant for Indian-American Researcher Who Grew Up in Pune Slum