Kiran

Kiran Bazaar
2025-09-14 12:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | HSNC Main Hall
Kiran Bazaar returns on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH this year! Join us at the HSNC Main Hall for a spectacular day full of fun, shopping, raffles, and food! The Bazaar is free, open to all, and we can’t wait to see you there!
There are a few vendor spots left so if you’re interesting being a vendor at this year’s Bazaar, please email bazaar@kiraninc.org See you there!

Morrisville International Festival
2025-09-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Cedar Fork Community Center, 1050 #B Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, NC, 27560, United States
Morrisville is one of the fastest growing and most diverse towns in North Carolina. Join us in celebrating that diversity at the Morrisville International Festival!
Held in the fall, this festival brings together the community for a day of food, music, dance, art, and fun. The festival includes food vendors representing culinary traditions from around the world; performers entertaining the crowds with traditional music and dance performances; and “International Alley,” featuring artisan vendors and cultural groups with a global perspective.
Kiran is honored to table at this event and be a part of such a diverse community!

Kiran's 2025 Art Contest
2025-10-01 - 2025-12-01
Kiran’s annual art contest returns this October! In honor of 25 years of Kiran empowering survivors of DV, this year’s theme is “A Legacy of Hope.” Artists of all ages are encouraged to submit any 2D art work that aligns with this theme. Submit your artwork by December 1st here: bit.ly/kiranart2025. If you are having difficulty submitting your art work, you can email it to kiran@kiraninc.org with your Name, Age, and the City/State you are from!

The winning entry will grace the cover of Kiran’s 2025 Annual Report while the remaining entries will be displayed throughout our report. All artwork will be showcased on our website and our social media!

RVAM Resource Fair at Duke University
2025-10-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Bryan Center Plaza, 120 Science Dr,, Durham, NC, 27710, United States
We will be tabling at Duke University’s Relationship Violence Awareness Month Resource Fair from 11 AM to 2 PM!

Char-Meck DVAM Resource Fair
2025-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Charlotte Premium Outlets, 5404 New Fashion Way, Charlotte, NC, 28278, United States
Kiran has been graciously invited to table at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg DVAM Resource Fair, hosted by the CMPD! This event will feature different agencies and resources aimed to empowering survivors and their families.
The fair will be held outdoors in the center court area of The Charlotte Premium Outlets, located at 5404 New Fashion Way, Charlotte, NC 28278.

Apex Night Out
2025-10-07 16:30 - 19:00 | Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter St, Apex, NC, 27502, United States
The Apex Night Out event returns October 7th! A night where families and communities can come together and learn about the resources available to them. Check out our table at the event!

Cary Fountain Lighting in Honor of DVAM
2025-10-07 19:30 - 20:30 | Downtown Cary Art Center, 101 Dry Ave, Cary, NC, 27511, United States
The Town of Cary is lighting the town fountain purple for DVAM! Join Kiran and the Town of Cary as we honor survivors and those we have lost to domestic violence. Wear purple and stand in solidarity with us!

Candlelight Vigil in Holly Springs
2025-10-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Law Enforcement Center, 750 Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, NC, 27540, United States
This DVAM, Kiran will be attending the candlelight vigil hosted by Holly Springs Police Department in honor of survivors and individuals who lost their lives to domestic violence. Please show your support and attend this event to stand in remembrance of every victim and survivor who has been affected by DV.

Tabling at Sharad Purnima Garba
2025-10-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Hindu Center of Charlotte, 7400 City View Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28212, United States
Kiran is excited to table at Sharad Purnima Garba at the Hindu Center of Charlotte on October 10th. Make sure to stop by and learn more about domestic violence and how you can support survivors in our community!

Hum Sub Diwali 2025
2025-10-11 09:30 - 21:30 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC, 27518, United States
Kiran is excited to be a vendor at the Hum Sub Diwali celebration at Koka Booth Amphitheatre! Every year, the South Asian community of the Triangle comes together to celebrate Diwali and have graciously invited us to table at the event. Bring your families and friends for a daylong FREE cultural immersion into the Indian subcontinent filled with lots of entertainment, shopping, sumptuous food and breathtaking fireworks!

Kiran's DVAM Panel
2025-10-15 12:00 - 13:00
Our free and virtual DVAM Panel is on Oct. 15th, from 12-1 PM. Register at bit.ly/dvam2025 to hear from experienced individuals such as family law attorney, Ana Alexander; immigration attorney, Omar Baloch; and DV survivor and advocate Ruhani Amin. Whether you have experienced domestic violence or know someone who has, this is a chance for you to learn more about domestic violence and hear from individuals with varying professional and personal experiences.

Purple Thursday
2025-10-16
Thursday, October 16th is Purple Thursday! Stand in solidarity with victims and survivors of DV by wearing purple. Make sure to tag us in your pictures (Facebook: @KiranNorthCarolina or Instagram: @Kiran_inc)!

Purple Thursday at NC State University
2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Stafford Commons at Talley Student Union, 2610 Cates Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
On October 23rd, we will be tabling at NCSU’s Purple Thursday Resource Fair, hosted by the Women’s Center. Come and learn about the resources available and honor every individual who has been affected by domestic violence. Make sure to show your support by wearing purple!

Survive & Thrive Resource Fair
2025-10-24 12:00 - 15:00 | Auditorium of Durham County Library, 300 N Roxboro Rd, Durham, NC, 27701, United States
Join us at the Survive & Thrive Resource Fair happening in the auditorium of the Durham County library on Friday, October 24th! With over 25 organizations (including us!), learn about the resources available to survivors in Durham and how you can continue supporting them.

Love Shouldn't Hurt: DV Awareness Talk at IAR
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Islamic Association of Raleigh, 808 Atwater St, Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States
This Friday, one of our staff members will be speaking at Islamic Association of Raleigh’s Friday Night Program! This month’s event features a panel discussion on domestic violence, helping to educate the community on healthy and unhealthy relationships. No registration is required to attend the event!

"Kiran: A Ray of Hope" Musical by Nrityangan Cultural Academy
2025-12-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Stanly County Agri-Civic Center, 26032 Newt Rd #B, Albermarle, NC, 28001, United States
On the occasion of Kiran’s 25 th Anniversary,
Nrityangan Cultural Academy presents…
Kiran: A Ray of Hope
A Vibrant Bollywood Musical.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon celebrating culture and compassion. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by contacting Ritu Mukherjee at ritusdance@gmail.com or 704-840-5495.
This special fundraiser supports Kiran’s mission to serve and uplift survivors of domestic violence. Kiran’s mission is to end the cycle of abuse and to serve and empower South Asian survivors of domestic violence in North Carolina by providing culturally specific services and comprehensive, economic, social and community resources. Kiran means ‘ray of light’ in Hindi. We aim to illuminate, guide and instill hope in the lives of South Asian domestic violence survivors all across North Carolina. We want to bring a change in the way the South Asian Community views and responds to domestic and sexual violence by educating the community on understanding diversity, violence prevention, empowerment, promoting healthy and non-violent relationships, commitment to social change, professionalism and equity. For more information about Kiran please visit our website at www.kiraninc.org
Flyer credit : Anindita

January Speaker Series - Separation & Divorce
2026-01-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual – Zoom
We’re so excited to announce the first Kiran Speaker Series presentation of 2026 on January 13th, 2026 at 6pm! We hope that you will join us to learn about the separation and divorce process from Attorney Yasmin K. Morton of the Morton Law Offices. Please register using the link below and read on to learn more about our speaker: https://bit.ly/janspeaker2026

Attorney Morton is a highly driven attorney who is licensed to practice law in the states of North Carolina and Georgia. A Raleigh native and graduate of Wake Forest University School of Law, Attorney Morton is passionate about helping her clients navigate their way through the divorce and separation process.

As a divorcee, she is able to connect with her clients in a way that few others can. While she always ensures her clients know the legal implications of their actions, she also discusses the “real-life” effects of those actions. Understanding that the two may not always align, Attorney Morton puts it all on the table so that her clients can make the best decisions for their families. Since opening her firm in 2010, Attorney Morton has honed her skills by becoming a Certified Parenting Coordinator as well as a North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission Family Financial Mediator.

Also joining her for the presentation will be two members of her staff:

Jennifer Flores – Paralegal
Jennifer Flores is a dedicated legal professional born and raised in North Carolina. She earned her Paralegal Technology Certificate and has developed strong knowledge in both family law and criminal law. Jennifer is passionate about supporting individuals who may feel unheard, offering them guidance, compassion, and a steady voice during challenging times. Her goal is to ensure every client feels seen, supported, and empowered as they navigate their legal journey.

Khushi Patel – Legal Assistant
Khushi Patel holds a B.A. in Sociology and Management & Society from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As a Legal Assistant, she brings both compassion and precision to her work, with a strong passion for helping individuals navigate some of the most challenging times in their lives.
Khushi is currently exploring different areas of law as she prepares to attend law school, with a longstanding interest in family law. Her previous experience includes work in estate planning and contracts, as well as an internship at the White House.Khushi is fluent in Gujarati and Hindi, and is committed to providing culturally inclusive legal services

Taxes 101 Speaker Series
2026-02-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual – Zoom
Join us for our next Speaker Series on February 4th, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Certified Public Accountant Aradhana Aggarwal will be answering questions and sharing tips about taxes. Make sure to register here.j

Speaker Bio: Aradhana Aggarwal, CPA is a founding member of Aradhana Aggarwal CPA, PLLC. She has more than 25 years of experience in financial and business consulting, personal and business taxes, auditing, advisory services and strategic business planning. Aradhana has been featured multiple times on ABC11 for her expert advice on taxes. She has been frequently featured on a variety of podcasts and webinars as a business tax expert. She enjoys speaking opportunities including keynote both in person and globally and loves teaching at various institutions. She attended Wharton School of Business for her executive and management education.

As a founding member of the U.S. Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Aradhana has served as its chairperson and executive board member and remains a member of the national and local ICAI chapters. She has also served as chairperson of the advisory board of Veterinary Management Group. She has delivered many talks in the USA and internationally. She also serves on the board of a non-profit Reaction Team. In her corporate career, Aradhana has led and managed various financial and strategic functions, including accounting and consulting, for a wide range of companies and industries. Her full-time and consulting roles include CFO at CSC, interim CFO at Make-A-Wish, Director of Finance at University of Pennsylvania and Financial and Strategic Consultant at big tech giants like Cisco, IBM and Citrix.

Aradhana resides in Morrisville, North Carolina and enjoys spending time with her twin boys, and writing poetry and professional articles. She is passionate about modeling and acting and has acted in a lot of commercials, movies and documentaries. Allstate Insurance, Lenovo, Reeds Jewelers and Mobile Pixel are some of her modeling clients.

Rhythms of Romance
2026-02-22 16:30 - 18:30 | Utsav, 4181 Davis Drive, Morrisville, NC, 27560, United States
The evening will feature performances by Devendra Gupta, Sangita Trivedi Dave, Rasika Joshi, and Sanjai Sharma, focusing on romantic Bollywood music and songs. Additional performances include duets by Ramesh & Ahana, Chandima & Gamini, and Roshan & Dhiraj with songs in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Sinhalese, and Nepalese. Admission is $30 per person, which includes hearty snacks and beverages. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! You can be added to our waitlist by emailing kiran@kiraninc.org!
All proceeds from this event will be going directly to Kiran’s mission of empowering South Asian victims and survivors of Domestic Violence in NC.

2026 International Women's Day Fundraiser
2026-03-08 15:00 - 18:00 | Utsav, 4181 Davis Drive, Morrisville, NC, 27560, United States
In honor of International Women’s Day, Dr. Benu Chatterjee has organized a wonderful panel and fundraiser for Kiran! This event is on March 8th, 2026 from 3 to 6 PM. The program includes a panel of speakers focusing on women’s physical, mental & financial health as well as a virtual tour of the Asian Arts display at the Smithsonian. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! You can be added to our waitlist by emailing kiran@kiraninc.org!
All proceeds from this event will help Kiran with its mission of empowering South Asian families facing domestic violence.

Kiran General Volunteer Training
2026-03-14 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual – Zoom
Kiran will be hosting a virtual training session for all volunteers that have completed an application.
There are many ways you can get involved with Kiran as a volunteer:

Community education
Fundraising
Interpreting
Tabling
Hotline Calls
And more!

We hold volunteer trainings 2-3 times a year, so be sure to attend this one if you are eager to get started with Kiran!
If you would like to become a Kiran volunteer and haven’t yet filled out an application, please follow the link here: Kiran Volunteer Application
If you have filled out an application but not attended training yet, keep an eye on your email for a link to register for this training!
If you are already a Kiran volunteer but want to attend this training as a refresher, please email us at kiran@kiraninc.org.

RDU Heroes for Hope Walkathon 2026
2026-04-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Bond Park – Kiwanis Shelter, 801 High House Road, Cary, 27513, United States
Every year, Kiran hosts the “Heroes for Hope” Walkathon to raise awareness and funds for domestic violence services. As the only agency in North Carolina serving South Asian survivors, we are in a unique position to provide culturally sensitive services for our clients and support/complement the services provided by mainstream domestic violence agencies to South Asian clients.
Come join us at the Kiwanis Shelter at Bond Park in Cary, NC! Check in is at 9 AM and we will begin walking at 10 AM. There will be an exciting warm-up, performances, Henna, and T-Shirts!
You can walk, run, hike; whatever you choose to do, be sure to share your pictures on social media and tag Kiran! We have treats for all to enjoy, as we raise awareness and funds for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking.
Find us on Facebook: @KiranNorthCarolina
Find us on Instagram: @kiran_inc
Website: www.kiraninc.org
If you have questions, give us a call at: 919-831-4203. Otherwise, you can send an email to kiran@kiraninc.org.
We’re so excited to see you all on April 19th at Bond Park!
Please purchase your tickets here!

Sexual Assault Awareness Month Speaker Series
2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:00
We are so excited to have Dorothy McFadden, BSN, RN, CEN, SANE-A, SANE- P, speak for us on April 29th from 6 to 7 PM EST for Sexual Assault Awareness Month! This is a free session to educate yourself & learn more about how you can support survivors of sexual violence. Please register at bit.ly/aprilspeaker26

Speaker Bio:
Dorothy “Dot” McFadden serves as the Director of Sexual Assault Services at InterAct of Wake County in Raleigh, NC, where she oversees the operations at the Solace Center, ensuring comprehensive support and advocacy for survivors. A board Certified Emergency Nurse with credentials as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner for both Adult/Adolescent and Pediatric populations, Dot has expansive clinical background that informs her leadership.

Dot plays a vital role as a clinical instructor for Fayetteville State University’s Sexual Nurse Examiner (SANE) program and contributes her expertise to other SANE programs across the state, fostering the next generation of forensic nursing professionals. In addition, she is a Simulation Education Specialist at Wakemed’s Medical Simulation Center, where she enhances the training of healthcare providers.

Her dedication extends to her position as a Staff Nurse on the UNC Rex Emergency Response Team for special events, and she is a certified instructor for the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Dot also instructs for the Emergency Nurses Association’s Trauma Nurse Core Course and Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course, further spreading her wealth of knowledge.

With over 35 years of nursing experience, primarily in emergency care, and more than 15 years as a SANE, Dot combines her clinical acumen with leadership to advance forensic nursing practices. Her commitment to excellence and advocacy is reflected in her membership with the Academy of Forensic Nurses and Emergency Nurses Association. Dot’s career is a testament to her dedication to improving patient care and professional education in forensic nursing.

Virtual Reflective Space with Dhruti Dholakia, LCMHC, RPT, RYT-500hr
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual – Zoom
Hello,

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. During this time, we want to recognize the mental load, struggles, and burnout that the caregivers around us experience. Many of you may be parents or supporting elders in the home, which can feel overwhelming and exhausting at times.

To address this, we are so grateful to have Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Play Therapist and Yoga Teacher 500hr, Dhruti Dolakia host a virtual reflective space on May 28th from 6 PM to 8 PM EST.
During this time, she will talk about what a reflective practice is, how it can support mental health and wellbeing, and ultimately how it helps us grow into resilient beings.

Virtual Art Workshops with Artist Rupa Viswanatha
2026-06-23 11:00 - 12:00
We are excited to host free virtual art workshops for kids ages 5 to 12 this summer!

Our first two workshop will be on Tuesdays, June 23rd and June 30th from 11 AM til 12 PM on Zoom. Our next two sessions will be July 8th and July 15th from 11 AM to 12 PM!

Join talented artist and teacher Rupa Viswanatha from Samriddhi Arts by registering at bit.ly/4gigktK

Grab a pencil, eraser, ruler, piece of paper, and some markers to let your creativity flow!

About the Artist: Samriddhi Arts believes that creativity flourishes through encouragement, curiosity, and care. Guided by Rupa Viswanatha, Samriddhi Arts blends classical techniques with personal expression, and works towards unleashing your inner artist! Check out their website: https://samriddhiarts.com/

Speaker Series with Ankur Srivastava, PhD, MSW
2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:00
We’re thrilled to announce our next Kiran Speaker Series event on June 24th at 6PM! We hope you will join us to hear Dr. Ankur Srivastava present: Hidden in Plain Sight: Rethinking Domestic Violence for LGBTQ+ South Asian Communities. Please register using the link below and read on to learn more about our speaker:

bit.ly/junespeaker26

Ankur Srivastava is an Assistant Professor at the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social
Work. He is also a core faculty member with the Global Social Development Innovations Center. He completed in PhD in Social Work from University of Southern California, Los Angeles. His research focuses on reducing behavioral health disparities among LGBTQ+ populations and is informed by nearly a decade of community-based work with nonprofits in India and the United States. His work integrates community-engaged and data-driven approaches to inform prevention and intervention efforts He currently serves as Co-Chair of the US Regional Network for the International Partnership for Queer Youth Resilience. He is also Vice President of the South Asian Social Work Educators Association.

Virtual Art Workshop with Rupa
2026-07-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual – Zoom
Due to popular demand, our art workshops have returned for the summer! Led by local artist Rupa Viswanatha, this session is for kids aged 5 to 12. Our July sessions will be July 8th and July 15th from 11 AM to 12 PM!

Join talented artist and teacher Rupa Viswanatha from Samriddhi Arts by registering at bit.ly/4gigktK

Grab a pencil, eraser, ruler, piece of paper, and some markers to let your creativity flow!

About the Artist: Samriddhi Arts believes that creativity flourishes through encouragement, curiosity, and care. Guided by Rupa Viswanatha, Samriddhi Arts blends classical techniques with personal expression, and works towards unleashing your inner artist! Check out their website: https://samriddhiarts.com/

Teen Empowerment Workshop
2026-07-08 19:00 - 20:30 | John M. Brown Community Center, 53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC, United States
Join us on July 8th from 6:45-8:30 to create empowerment jars! We will be decorating jars and writing affirmations, quotes, messages, etc. to remind ourselves of our value and worth. Refreshments will be provided! This event is for teens aged 13 to 18! Check in will be from 6:45 to 7 PM.
Please register here: https://bit.ly/art-july8

Virtual Art Workshop with Rupa!
2026-07-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual – Zoom

Zentangle Art Workshop for Teens
2026-07-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual – Zoom
Join us for a calming and creative Zentangle art session, taught by Rupam Varma, designed especially for young students. Through simple, mindful patterns, we will explore how art can help us slow down, focus, and express ourselves. Zentangle is easy to learn, relaxing to practice, and a powerful tool for building confidence and emotional balance. The session invites young artists to discover their inner strength — one line, one stroke, one breath at a time. No prior art experience needed. Just bring paper, a pen, pencil and your curiosity.Date: Thursday, July 23 and 30Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pmirtual (EST), ZoomRegister: bit.ly/rupam-art

Supplies: Pen , Black fine Sharpie, White paper or greeting cards, pencil and Q tip.Ages: Middle & High Schoolers!Artist bio: Rupam Varma is a visual artist and certified educator specializing in Mithila painting and Zentangle art. Her work spans fine art, public art installations, and environmentally conscious creative practices based in the Charlotte area. She teaches at multiple community centers and leads creative workshops for all ages. Her Zentangle sessions blend mindfulness with artistic exploration, helping students discover confidence, calm, and self‑expression through simple, meditative patterns. Rupam is passionate about using art to build connection, belonging and cultural pride.Website: www.theartpallette.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rupam_varma/
