Rishikesh Trivedi

Being part of Hindu Society this year has been incredibly special. I have had the chance to attend so many amazing events and experience such a welcoming community. What has stood out most to me is the strong network of partnerships that make these events possible. From cultural celebrations to large socials, it is clear the society has built meaningful relationships with sponsors, and I would love the opportunity to build on the strong foundations created by previous committees.

Having grown up and studied in London, I was also part of the Hindu Society at my school where I helped organise events and gained some experience communicating with sponsors. When looking into some of the society’s sponsors this year, I noticed businesses like Guptas supporting multiple Hindu societies. Funnily enough, Guptas also sponsored my school’s Hindu Society, which showed me how these long-standing partnerships can support communities across different institutions.

Alongside this, I served as a Warrant Officer First Class in the Navy Cadets, where I developed leadership, organisation, and communication skills. This role taught me how important outreach and responsibility are when bringing people together.

For me, sponsorship is about building lasting relationships that help the society grow and create even bigger, more inclusive events for everyone.