Meet the Team
Our intention is to normalize a multitude of experiences and identities, tear down societal norms and highlight BIPOC representation. We hope to bring people together through story sharing, celebrating, highlighting experiences, and learning alongside one another. It’s time to inspire more change for the better. Join us in igniting new conversations and building on ones that have already begun.
Sharon,
Host
Sharon (she/her) is the founding co-host of the Sher Vancouver Podcast. She had a vision in 2020 to create a platform where South Asian queer and trans individuals could go to find representation, validation, and hope. Her intention is that these stories ignite change and empower others on their journey of acceptance, love, and healing.
Niri,
Host
Niri is a Queer South Asian cis woman breaking boundaries through her work in the trades as a Building Engineer. She is a fierce advocate for all marginalized folks and volunteers her time supporting those who need help, from young migrant/refugee youth to sponsoring a 2SLGBTQ+ person from abroad.
Anu Pala,
Podcast Producer
Anu (she/her) is an accessibility and inclusion consultant, certified life coach, trainer, public speaker, and podcast producer. The majority of her career has been in the non-profit sector in the areas of health education, career development, fundraising communications, advocacy, and technology training.
Bhavesh Chauhan,
Videographer
Bhavesh (he/they) is an independent filmmaker, music video director, cinematographer and works as the main videographer for Sher Vancouver. He is currently the Director of Photography for "I, Migrant" and was also the Additional Cinematographer on "Emergence: Out of the Shadows."
Vinay Giridhar,
Video Editor
Vinay (he/him) is a visual artist, animator and documentary filmmaker. An alumnus of Vancouver Film School, his award-winning documentary feature, “Emergence: Out of the Shadows,” was showcased at festivals around the world, including Academy Award qualifying festivals and was also broadcast on the Knowledge Network, TVO, and OUT TV.
Charlie Beerling,
Photographer
Charlie (he/him) is a photographer, videographer and video editor. He currently works as Sher Vancouver's Official Photographer and also joined the Sher Vancouver Podcast as Video Editor from Season 3. Charlie's strengths lie in telling strong narratives and giving a voice to those who need it.
Jaskamal Singh,
Social Media
Jaskamal (she/her) is an eccentric digital marketer and designer. She’s got a keen eye for detail and a passion for all things colours, shapes, and graphics. With her heart in people, she is committed to working with non-profits dedicated to catalyzing and uplifting communities in need. You can always catch her sipping garam cha while she brings your visions to life.
Jag Nagra,
Art + Web Design
Jag (she/her) is a queer Punjabi visual artist who is passionate about community development and ending the stigma against LGBTQ+ people within the South Asian community. Her artworks have been featured in the public realm throughout Metro Vancouver and she has been featured in the award winning documentary Emergence: Out of the Shadows.
Alex Sangha,
Executive Producer
Alex (he/him) is an award-winning social worker, documentary film producer and the Founder of Sher Vancouver. His films My Name Was January and Emergence: Out of the Shadows have gone onto Academy Award, BAFTA, and Canadian Screen Award qualifying festivals. He is currently working on his third film I, Migrant. Alex received the Meritorious Service Medal from the Governor General.
Rashi Sethi,
Videographer
Rashi (she/they) is a filmmaker, photographer and cinematographer, working as an additional videographer at Sher Vancouver. Her photography was recently published in The Luna Collective film magazine and displayed at The Cultch Historic Theatre’s art gallery for Ignite! Youth Fest. She is constantly evolving her artistic practice and enjoys playing with both digital and celluloid mediums.