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Daily Lenten Prayercast
Day 22 - Love Letters From God
Today's Lenten Prayer comes from a book written by Rev. Dr. Sandhya Rani Jha and is written from God's perspective. May these words offer inspiration for your day.
2025-03-27
01 min
Heretic Happy Hour
#212: How To Survive Fascism in 2025 with Lisa Sharon Harper, Sandhya Jha, and Doug Pagitt
In this week's show, we talk to Lisa Sharon Harper, Sandhya Jha, and Doug Pagitt to talk about what the Donald Trump election win means for us in 2025 and beyond.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELISTSLisa Sharon HarperSandhya JhaDoug Pagitt
2025-01-07
56 min
Heretic Happy Hour
#191: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with Deshonna Collier-Goubil, Desimber Rose, and Sandhya Jha
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are under attack in America, and if Project 2025 is implemented, things will get even worse. In this episode, we chat with professor Deshonna Collier-Goubil, as well as former HHH hosts Desimber Rose and Sandhya Jha, to wrestle with this growing threat.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELDeshonna Collier-GoubilDesimber RoseSandhya Jha
2024-08-13
1h 13
Their Wildest Dreams?
Being the Ancestors Our Descendents Need
In this final episode, Sandhya shares an excerpt from the end of their book Rebels, Despots, and Saints, focusing on what gifts our ancestors give us as we seek to create a better world. This podcast is a promotion for Sandhya’s newest book; check it out here: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sandhya’s Joy In Justice Newsletter here: https://sandhyajha.substack.com/
2023-08-29
17 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
The Women Who Led Us Here
In an unintentional crossover episode (Sandhya also hosts a podcast on Avatar the Last Airbender, a cartoon that talks a LOT about the four elements), Kevin talks about the cultural wisdom of his grandmother and how soup and consulting have more in common than you might think. Kevin John Fong is a cultural translator, community circle facilitator, writer, and founder of the Kahakulei Institute, whose mission is to weave people and possibilities to cultivate communities of belonging. You can find Kevin on his website at: https://www.kahakulei.com/k...
2023-08-28
49 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Ancestors Among Us
Sujatha and Sandhya talk about reincarnation, restorative justice, and writing to ancestors…and hearing back from them. Sujatha Baliga is a long-time restorative justice practitioner and meditation instructor whose geeky sensibilities and love for everybody and everything are owed to her Buddhist path. If you’re local to the Bay Area, Sujatha would love to see you at Monday night secular meditation at The Gyuto Foundation in Richmond, CA! Link to book: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice...
2023-08-14
52 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Archives and Ancestors
Samip Mallick proves that you don’t need to be woo in order to connect with ancestors. Samip is co-founder and executive director of the South Asian American Digital Archives and shares some powerful stories of ancestors that he encountered through historic research. Lots of helpful hints and insights in this episode! Samip Mallick is the co-founder and executive director of SAADA, which he has guided from its inception in 2008 to its place today as a national leader in community-based storytelling. Mallick's background includes degrees in computer science and library and information sciences and wo...
2023-08-07
46 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
On Altars and Justice ancestors
Carol Robison brings immense wisdom to how white people can connect with ancestors of color in ways that are accountable; she also talks with Sandhya about how to not connect with the ancestors who aren’t ready to be helpful to you. To connect with Carol’s ancestor practice, you can find her on FB, Instagram or email her at: carol.pullbacktheveil@gmail.com This podcast is a promotion for Sandhya’s newest book; check it out here: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancesto...
2023-07-31
53 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Music and Ancestors
Leroy Moore, Ph.D. student at UCLA, Activist, Author, founder of Krip-Hop Nation & 2021 Emmy winner, talks about music, activism, and the ancestors who can guide us to change the world. Check out Leroy’s recent graphic novel here: https://www.poorpress.net/product-page/krip-hop-nation Link to Sandhya’s book: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sandhya’s twice-a-month newsletter on Ancestors and Activism here: https://mailchi.mp/df50b81c7454/ancestors-and-activism To learn more about the upcoming Virtual Summit on Ancestors: Wisdom, Belongin...
2023-07-24
33 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Decolonizing Ancestors
Joyce del Rosario joins host Sandhya Jha to talk about decolonizing ancestors and the intersections of faith, ritual, culture, and connection to the ancestors we were taught to ignore. This podcast is the book launch project for Sandhya’s latest book, Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors who Free Us, and the Ancestors We Need to Free. You can get your copy from Chalice Media Group or from your local bookstore! Check out Joyce’s materials at joycedelrosario.com or find her on IG at @prayingpilipino Link to book: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who...
2023-07-17
46 min
Sermons & Such - Haven Berkeley Faith Community
"A People United?" by guest speaker Sandhya Jha
Our service this Sunday featured the brilliant guest speaker Sandhya Jha, an esteemed activist, author, and speaker. In their thought-provoking discussion titled 'A People United?', Sandhya shared insightful perspectives and powerful messages that are sure to leave all viewers and listeners inspired and motivated to create positive change in their lives and communities and ask the harder questions of themselves and their communities.Listen to or watch the teaching below.
2023-07-16
00 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Putting Together The Ancestor Puzzle Pieces
Join Chris Crass, social justice educator, author and movement builder focused on building the capacity of white people and men to be awesome for collective liberation, as we discuss how connecting with the challenges our ancestors face can help us make sense of our own lives. We also discuss the ancestors who give us strength and the ancestors who became ancestors too soon.
2023-06-26
48 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Episode 10: Follow Black Women…Including Ancestors
In this episode, Jakada Imani talks about his grandma, James Baldwin, community organizing, and how ancestors can get us unstuck from negative messages. Jakada is a spiritually-rooted management trainer and coach with over 30 years of experience in social justice work. His first book just came out: Management in a Changing World: How to Manage for Equity, Sustainability, and Results.
2023-06-05
50 min
What's the value?
"Accountability" - Sandhya Jha
Sandhya is an author and anti-oppression consultant with 20 years of community organizing experience. She particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. These types of topics are really interesting to me, not only for the obvious reason of how important they are to reduce unnecessary suffering, but also because they speak directly to the complexity of human nature. Trying to understand the root cause of oppression and inequity (which I think is critical to actually addressing the issues) requires you to understand human nature. This made for a good discussion...
2023-05-22
50 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Good Trouble and Justice
In this ninth episode, Sandhya talks Rebecca Cokley. Rebecca is a 2nd generation civil rights activist working at the nexus of good trouble and justice. They talk about how movement ancestors can raise us and how our ancestors’ stories can sometimes interweave with our work in the present day…in complicated and also powerful ways. You can find Rebecca on Twitter at @rebeccacokely. Link to book: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sandhya’s twice-a-month newsletter on Ancestors and Activism here: https://mailchi.m...
2023-05-22
57 min
DINESH MANI Creations
Jeevan Ka Pahiya Cover Song From Woh 3 Din
Cover Song By Dinesh Mani-DAG MAG MAG DAG Movie-: Wo 3 Din ORIGINAL CREDITS: Song : Dagmag Music : Raaj Aashoo Lyrics : Seepi Jha Singer :Sanjay Mishra Music Production :Aditya Dev Mixed and Mastered : Aditya Dev Written By:Seepi Jha Directed By:Raaj Aashoo Produced By:Pancham Singh Co-Produced By:Dhirendra Shukla & Kalapi Nagada Associate Producer:Harjinder Singh Gil Dop:Jigar Khan Editor:Amit Aanand Art:Sandhya Sharma Artwork & Motion Video: Abhinay Soni
2023-05-15
02 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Art and Activism
In this episode, Sandhya talks with playwright and powerhouse activist Regina Evans about tree spirits, Mary Harris, and rest as resistance. And all of it ties to ancestors, I promise. Regina Evans is an artist who is determined to find her way in this, sometimes difficult and sometimes lovely, world. Link to the book that launched this podcast: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sandhya’s twice-a-month newsletter on Ancestors and Activism here: https://mailchi.mp/df50b81c7454/ancestors-and-activismTo lear...
2023-05-08
46 min
Sound of the Genuine
Sandhya Jha: The Sacred Work of Justice
This week Dr. Reyes talks to Rev. Sandhya Jha about their multiracial, interfaith upbringing, which is deeply rooted in both a love of Jesus and the fight against injustice. Their work in politics, the church, and non-profits is where they find community, inextricably tied up with the sacred. Sandhya Jha (they/them) is an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get diversity, equity, and inclusion teams off the ground. Sandhya is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means o...
2023-05-05
27 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Ancestry and Poetry
In this episode, Sandhya talks with poet and friend Tai Amri Spann-Ryan about oatmeal, ancestors, and who he pays tribute to in his writing and spiritual practice. Tai Amri is a Black father, poet, gardener, educator and Ifa practitioner. Connect to Tai Amri’s work at Tai Amri Link to the book that launched this podcast: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sandhya’s twice-a-month newsletter on Ancestors and Activism here: https://mailchi.mp/df50b81c7454/ancestors-and-activism To learn more a...
2023-04-24
42 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Justice Doula
In this episode, Sandhya talks with justice doula Micky ScottBey Jones about some VERY surprising ancestors in her lineage, and also about the power of ancestors when she was becoming deeply engaged in anti-racism work and womanist theology and philosophy. Connect to Micky’s amazing coaching and speaking here: MickyScottBeyJones.com Link to the book that launched this podcast: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sandhya’s twice-a-month newsletter on Ancestors and Activism here: https://mailchi.mp/df50b81c7454/ancestors-and-activism To l...
2023-04-10
56 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Metaphysical Activism
In this fifth episode, we meet Katy Valentine, a brilliant friend and colleague who in her own words assists everyday Christians connect to the metaphysical universe to shift from guilt to joy. She and Sandhya discuss how to connect with ancestors on a spiritual level, and they also discuss the virtual summit they’re planning together for May 11-13. As always, this show is connected to Sandhya’s newest book, Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors who Free Us, and the Ancestors We Need to Free. You can get your copy from Chalice Media Group or from your local book...
2023-03-27
47 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Storytellers and Cultural Ancestors
In this fourth episode, we get to hang out with Patricia Contreras Flores, an activist and healer in Oakland, who describes herself as a medicine carrier and cultivating bruja/curandera who strives to be a noble warrior who honors the ances trees. She and Sandhya talk about storytellers, cultural ancestors, and the work ancestors need to do themselves in order to get free. Sandhya shared some stories about Patricia in their recent book, Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors who Free Us, and the Ancestors We Need to Free. You can get your copy from Chalice Media Group or...
2023-03-13
50 min
The Blue Room with MaryAnn McKibben Dana
S02 Bonus Episode: Good Hope, Good Ancestors
Today, we interrupt our regular season with a bonus episode! Sandhya Jha is someone I’ve known through various professional networks, and I’m an avid reader of Sandhya’s wonderful Thursday newsletter, called Joy in Social Justice. I love their work and wanted you to get to know Sandhya as well. We talk about Sandhya’s approach to anti-racism and anti-oppression work, how we find hope in the struggle, and the vital work of getting in touch with the stories of our ancestors, whether familial, cultural, or spiritual, so that we can be good ancestors for future generations. San...
2023-03-08
32 min
Conversations in Color
Rebels, Despots & Saints
Join Sandhya and Pastor Marcus as they discuss what inspired Sandhya’s latest book Rebels, Despots & Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and the Ancestors We Need to Free. Sandhya Jha (she/they) is an anti-oppression consultant and ordained pastor. Sandhya is also the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. Get Sandhya’s book today: https://chalicepress.com/products/rebels-despots-saintsVisit Sandhya’s website: sandhy...
2023-03-06
1h 09
Their Wildest Dreams?
Dismantling White Supremacy
In this episode, Kat Gilje joins Sandhya to talk about her journey of connecting with white ancestors as part of her work to dismantle white supremacy. Stuff gets deep, and Kat is also super inspiring! A few of the resources Kat shared: Jubilee Justice: https://www.jubileejustice.org/ Shuumi Land Tax: https://sogoreate-landtrust.org/pay-the-shuumi-land-tax/, Black Organizing Project: https://blackorganizingproject.org/, Maji ya Chai Land Sanctuary, https://www.majiyachai.org/, Honor the Earth: https://honorearth.org/, Somatics for white racial justice organizers: https://www.conspireforchange.org/Podcast-episodes/episode-1-somatics-for-white-racial-justice-organizers-with-amanda-ream-and-dara-silverman/ ...
2023-02-27
40 min
Listen Up Listen In
Sandhya Jha
Sandhya Jha, who is a community organizer, anti-oppression consultant, and author of five books that have the golden thread of community running through them, shares about asset-based community development which focuses on building upon what is already beautiful rather than fixing anything; they share how we can all be present to show up for those who are unjustly impacted by using practical tools to avoid shutting down.
2023-02-26
53 min
I Just (Blank)! Now What?
083: I Just (Realized I Have Privilege)! Now What? With Sandhya Jha
Hey Friends, This week’s episode with Sandhya Jha is an important topic around race, culture and oppression. As Black History Month comes to a close, we’re sharing this conversation about realizing when you have privilege and what to do next. You’ll hear in our conversation how Sandhya struggled, and continues to face challenges, with being biracial. She talks about how this awareness transformed her perspective and the work she does for marginalized communities. Sandhya is an anti-oppression consultant who loves to sing and is obsessed w...
2023-02-22
34 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
On Afros, Ancestors, and Scholastic Books
In this second episode, Sandhya talks with Greg Hodge, father, mentor, facilitator and artist deeply rooted in racial equity and healing work in Oakland, California. Greg talks about how he was raised with an appreciation of ancestors and also how ancestors taught him that resistance to oppression was his birthright. You can connect to Greg at @hodgeforoakland on Instagram and connect with his wider work at https://brotherhoodofelders.net/ You can find Sandhya’s book at: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sand...
2023-02-13
54 min
Their Wildest Dreams?
Origin Story
In this first episode, Sandhya talks about how Oakland organizers inspired their newest book and reads an excerpt from Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors who Free Us, and the Ancestors We Need to Free. You can get your copy from Chalice Media Group or from your local bookstore! Link to book: Rebels, Despots, and Saints: The Ancestors Who Free Us and The Ancestor — Chalice Press Sign up for Sandhya’s twice-a-month newsletter on Ancestors and Activism here: https://mailchi.mp/df50b81c7454/ancestors-and-activism To learn more about the upcoming Virtual Summit on A...
2023-01-27
16 min
KPFA - APEX Express
APEX Express 1.5.23 South Asians and The Labor Justice Movement
A weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists. This Thursday APEX Express proudly presents “South Asians and The Labor Justice Movement.” This episode highlights Sandhya Jha, a pastor, founder and former Executive Director of the Oakland Peace Center, and racial, housing, and labor justice activist. In the first half of the episode, we discuss Sandhya’s life, their path into organizing, and what they’re up to now. The second half is dedicate...
2023-01-05
59 min
Us with Dr. Crystallee Crain - Critical Conversations On The Challenges & Opportunities Of Our Time
Sandhya Rani Jha On Faith, Leadership, & Living for Justice
Sandhya Jha (they/them) is an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. Sandhya is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. An ordained pastor with a master’s in public policy, Sandhya is comfortable in the pulpit, on the picket line, or hanging out with friends and friends-to-be over a good cup of tea and a good story. Sandhya’s fifth book with Chal...
2022-12-29
49 min
Us with Dr. Crystallee Crain - Critical Conversations On The Challenges Of Our Time
Sandhya Rani Jha On Faith, Leadership, & Living for Justice
Meet Sandhya Rani Jha. Sandhya Jha (they/them) is an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. Sandhya is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. An ordained pastor with a master s in public policy, Sandhya is comfortable in the pulpit, on the picket line, or hanging out with friends and friends-to-be over a good cup of tea and a good story. Sandhya s...
2022-12-29
49 min
Us with Dr. Crystallee Crain - Critical Conversations On The Challenges and Opportunities Of Our Times
Sandhya Rani Jha On Faith, Leadership, & Living for Justice
Meet Sandhya Rani Jha. Sandhya Jha (they/them) is an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. Sandhya is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. An ordained pastor with a master s in public policy, Sandhya is comfortable in the pulpit, on the picket line, or hanging out with friends and friends-to-be over a good cup of tea and a good story. Sandhya s...
2022-12-29
00 min
Book Hub
Episode 62: "A Spiritual Spa", with Heidi Barr, Sandhya Jha, and Ellie Roscher
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2022-12-10
54 min
Book Hub
Episode 62: "A Spiritual Spa", with Heidi Barr, Sandhya Jha, and Ellie Roscher
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2022-12-09
54 min
Hashcast
Thoughtcast.11 (feat. Sandhya Jha)
Pastors Tuhina, Tim, and Jason talk with consultant, activist, and preacher Sandhya Jha about the last day of the church year -- and everything that's caught up with that.Realm of Christ (Reign of Christ/Christ the King)Jeremiah 23:1-6Luke 1:68-79Psalm 46Luke 23:33-43
2022-11-10
16 min
Galit Speaks
Ep. 25: Galit Speaks interviews Sandhya Jha!
Tune in for another amazing podcast episode, this week I interview Sandhya Jha! Join us as we discuss: -how to connect gender and racial justice -how to move from activism to organizing -hope in hard times for justice seekers Sandhya Jha (she/they) is an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. Sandhya is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating...
2022-09-22
1h 02
Profitable Joyful Consulting
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion For Consultants
On the Profitable Joyful Consulting podcast, I teach you how to increase your profits and enjoy your business more. In this episode, you’ll learn how to contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts as a consultant. You can do diversity, equity, and inclusion in ways that aren’t "just obligatory” but are actually life-giving and create joy within the workplace. And whether you’re a DEI Consultant or not, there are ways you can support this work and contribute to creating more equitable workplaces with your clients. Learn how in this episode. My...
2022-07-26
39 min
Conversations in Color
Transforming Neighborhoods
Pastor Marcus has a lively conversation with Sandhya Jha about transforming communities and how people like you are healing their neighborhoods.Sandhya Jha (she/they) is an anti-oppression consultant and ordained pastor. Sandhya is also the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A1IeeqYhZ0EVisit Sandhya’s website: sandhyajha.comSubscribe for a on...
2022-07-17
43 min
First Presbyterian Church Palo Alto
AAPI Heritage Month: Majority Report
Rev. Sandhya Rani Jha (Acts 16:9-15)
2022-05-23
22 min
First Presbyterian Church Palo Alto
AAPI Heritage Month: Minority Report
Rev. Sandhya Rani Jha (Acts 11:1-18)
2022-05-15
19 min
Jason Zuk, The Social Psychic™
Special Guest Sandhya Jha, Anti-Oppression Consultant Discusses Equality, Diversity, Inclusivity & Social Justice
Sandhya Jha (she/they) is an anti-oppression consultant with 20 years of community organizing experience. Sandhya particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. In 2012, they founded the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. An ordained pastor with a masters in public policy, Sandhya is comfortable in the pulpit, on the picket line or hanging out with friends and friends-to-be over a good cup of tea and a good story. They are currently working on their...
2022-05-08
1h 01
KFF Health News' 'What the Health?'
We May Be Done With Covid, But Covid’s Not Done With Us
The White House makes a move as a new wave of covid threatens. President Joe Biden brings in Dr. Ashish Jha, dean of Brown University’s School of Public Health, to take over the executive branch effort.Meanwhile, it remains unclear if and when Congress can come up with the funds to continue much of the federal anti-covid effort.Joanne Kenen of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Politico, Sandhya Raman of CQ Roll Call, and Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss these issues and...
2022-03-17
38 min
Disco Power Up: For Superhero Entrepreneurs
07: Living Your Purpose with Anti-Oppression Trainer & DEI Consultant Sandhya Rani Jha
Today’s conversation with Sandhya was🔥🔥🔥 Another story of someone stepping out of one role they did not entirely enjoy in order to step more fully into their calling, then finding that it resulted in everyone thriving in new ways. Sandhya is called in to build workspaces and institutional culture where all people are welcome and valued entirely, and in the process is also called to find their own courage to grow and speak hard truths. As a person who also sees myself doing a kind of justice work in my business coaching, it is comforting and exciting to know there a...
2022-03-15
28 min
This is Crucial
TIC 20 | Let’s Talk About Our Ancestors with Dr. Sandhya Jha
Why we need them and what they tell us. Our hosts are joined by Dr. Sandhya Jha, an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. This is Crucial is a podcast with live and interactive recording sessions focused on healing justice and racial equity.
2022-02-27
1h 02
As Diverse As Two Peas In A Pod
Episode 24 - Harnessing A Multicultural and Interfaith Background to Transform Communities - with Sandhya Jha
Sandhya Jha (she/they) is an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. Sandhya is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. An ordained pastor with a masters in public policy, Sandhya is comfortable in the pulpit, on the picket line, or hanging out with friends and friends-to-be over a good cup of tea and a good story. They are...
2022-02-23
51 min
Heretic Happy Hour
#122: Asian-American Theology with special guest, Sandhya Jha (Decolonizing Christianity Series)
Is the theology you were born into the only option? In this new series, the Heretic Happy Hour crew invites experts to walk us through other options for embracing faith from new perspectives. Let’s decolonize American Christianity's White Male cultural, theological, and psychological dominance. In this episode, Sandhya Jha, the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, helps us understand the essential nuances of Asian-American Christianity.
2022-02-15
1h 05
This Is Not Church Podcast
A Gospel of Liberation: A Conversation with Sandya Jha
In this episode we chat with Sandhya Jah. Sandhya Jha (she/they) is an anti-oppression consultant who particularly loves helping organizations get Diversity/Equity/Inclusion teams off the ground. Sandhya is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. An ordained pastor with a master’s in public policy, Sandhya is comfortable in the pulpit, on the picket line, or hanging out with friends and friends-to-be over a good cup of te...
2022-01-10
1h 11
Tips for the Transition | The Career Roadmap
The Lie of Alone & the Promise of Together with Sandhya Jha
In last week’s episode, we learned about burnout and why it’s so common among workplace conditions that go unmanaged. The chronic stress, exhaustion, and feelings of being disconnected and ineffective at work can be hard to overcome. This episode shares a personal and vulnerable story about how burnout affected this very dynamic and successful woman. Sandhya Jha is the founder and former executive director of the Oakland Peace Center, a collective of 40 organizations working to create equity, access, and dignity as the means of creating peace in Oakland and the Bay Area. A big job with...
2021-12-22
40 min