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Our Author / Speaker

Shailesh Desai

Shailesh is a  seasoned pharmacist, healthcare leader, and active volunteer in healthcare and cultural initiatives. He is the founder of Swar-Akshar, a Canada-based organization dedicated to promoting Gujarati literature through diverse creative and digital platforms. Shailesh is also a published writer of short stories and poetry, with a deep commitment to literature, community engagement, and patient advocacy.

CLF 2026 Sessions

May 16, 2026

2:00PM

The Fifth Direction: Gujarati Voices Beyond Borders

Past all directions,the heart carries home in every breath.