I’m Bala Murugan from Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Coming from an agricultural background, I grew up close to nature, but like many middle-class families, circumstances pushed me into a corporate job. For nearly 10 years, I worked hard, upgrading my skills, yet I felt no real progress. Deep inside, I kept asking: What is the true purpose of my life?
That search led me to Design for Change (DFC). Initially, I thought design was just about aesthetics, but I soon realized it’s about solving real problems and transforming lives. Beyond design, DFC gave me discipline, clarity, and confidence. As an introvert, I learned to connect, network, and grow.
One of my biggest breakthroughs was clearing a 15-year-old debt—something I once thought impossible. With Jagdish’s guidance and consistent goal-setting, it became a reality.
Today, I carry a bigger vision: to create an ecosystem that supports mothers and families, empowering them to live with freedom and dignity.
- Bala Murugan

I had always dreamed of a career in animation, but when the industry crashed, my world collapsed. I didn’t know where to go next, and rejections from interviews only added to my frustration.
That’s when I discovered DFC. Jagdish encouraged us to build small habits—like writing daily goals—and I also started listening to The Strangest Secret. These simple practices gave me structure, clarity, and hope.
Slowly, I gained confidence. I began facing interviews with courage, and eventually landed a job that I earned step by step. More importantly, I regained my belief in myself.
Today, I can support my parents, stay motivated, and approach each day with a mindset of never giving up.
My journey taught me that failures are not the end, hope binds everything, and small habits create big changes.
— Khushi Vekaria

I’m Naveen Kumar from Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, a UI/UX designer with two years of experience. Though my career seemed fine on the outside, I often felt stuck and unsure of how to truly grow.
One day, I came across a reel about the Design for Change (DFC) program. Joining the community was a turning point—it changed my mindset, sharpened my design skills, and gave me clarity about myself.
For the first time, I was surrounded by inspiring design professionals who pushed me beyond my limits. My biggest breakthrough came when I moved from doubting myself to presenting a knowledge-sharing session to 60 people on Zoom. That moment transformed me.
Through this journey, I’ve learned that community accelerates growth, confidence builds step by step, and mentorship changes everything.
Thanks to Jagdish and the DFC community, I no longer feel stuck—I feel motivated to grow and share.
— Naveen Kumar

I’m Bala Murugan from Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Coming from an agricultural background, I grew up close to nature, but like many middle-class families, circumstances pushed me into a corporate job. For nearly 10 years, I worked hard, upgrading my skills, yet I felt no real progress. Deep inside, I kept asking: What is the true purpose of my life?
That search led me to Design for Change (DFC). Initially, I thought design was just about aesthetics, but I soon realized it’s about solving real problems and transforming lives. Beyond design, DFC gave me discipline, clarity, and confidence. As an introvert, I learned to connect, network, and grow.
One of my biggest breakthroughs was clearing a 15-year-old debt—something I once thought impossible. With Jagdish’s guidance and consistent goal-setting, it became a reality.
Today, I carry a bigger vision: to create an ecosystem that supports mothers and families, empowering them to live with freedom and dignity.
- Bala Murugan

I had always dreamed of a career in animation, but when the industry crashed, my world collapsed. I didn’t know where to go next, and rejections from interviews only added to my frustration.
That’s when I discovered DFC. Jagdish encouraged us to build small habits—like writing daily goals—and I also started listening to The Strangest Secret. These simple practices gave me structure, clarity, and hope.
Slowly, I gained confidence. I began facing interviews with courage, and eventually landed a job that I earned step by step. More importantly, I regained my belief in myself.
Today, I can support my parents, stay motivated, and approach each day with a mindset of never giving up.
My journey taught me that failures are not the end, hope binds everything, and small habits create big changes.
— Khushi Vekaria

I’m Naveen Kumar from Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, a UI/UX designer with two years of experience. Though my career seemed fine on the outside, I often felt stuck and unsure of how to truly grow.
One day, I came across a reel about the Design for Change (DFC) program. Joining the community was a turning point—it changed my mindset, sharpened my design skills, and gave me clarity about myself.
For the first time, I was surrounded by inspiring design professionals who pushed me beyond my limits. My biggest breakthrough came when I moved from doubting myself to presenting a knowledge-sharing session to 60 people on Zoom. That moment transformed me.
Through this journey, I’ve learned that community accelerates growth, confidence builds step by step, and mentorship changes everything.
Thanks to Jagdish and the DFC community, I no longer feel stuck—I feel motivated to grow and share.
— Naveen Kumar