“I was raised by a single parent in Warangal, India, where survival itself felt like a daily achievement. Dreams were present, but stability wasn’t. Like many Indian families, we lived with financial pressure, emotional responsibilities, and the constant fear of “what next?”
Education became my escape and my weapon.
Through relentless effort, I secured an EAMCET rank of 3375, earning free education at Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University. For me, that wasn’t just an admission letter; it was proof that circumstances don’t get the final say.
I didn’t limit myself to classrooms. I worked on my confidence, participated in state-level competitions, and slowly transformed into someone who could speak, lead, and stand tall. That journey led to a campus placement at HDFC Bank, achieved purely through discipline and hard work.
But the real test began when I moved to the United States.
In a country known for its competition, pressure, and high expectations, I chose courage over comfort. Against all odds, I became the president of my college in Brooklyn, New York, a place thousands dream of reaching but few imagine leading.
Today, I represent both international and domestic students, speak on behalf of the entire college, and serve as a voice for those who often feel unheard.
I’ve had the honor of being a college speaker, attending international inaugurations, and even meeting the President of the Borough of Brooklyn — moments that once felt unimaginable for a girl from a small Indian city.
Alongside leadership, I built a digital community of 30,000+ followers on Instagram, where I guide students — from preparing for interviews to believing in their own potential. What started as helping a few students turned into a movement of shared growth and hope.
From surviving with a single parent to leading a college in New York, this journey is a reminder that hard work has no language, no borders, and no limits.
If one Indian woman can rise from struggle to global leadership, then countless others can too.
This is not just my story; it’s a reminder that your beginning does not define your ending.”
- Nooreen Fathima