Divesh Sareen

Divesh Sareen (born 1986) is an Australian-Indian author, entrepreneur, and community leader known for his contributions to migrant advocacy and leadership initiatives. He is the founder of the Migrants Life Foundation, an organisation focused on celebrating and supporting the diverse stories of migrants in Australia. Sareen’s career spans various fields, including business, public speaking, and literature, with his work centred on cultural diversity, community development, and entrepreneurship.
==Early Life and Education==
Divesh studied his Bachelor of Business Administration from PCTE Group of Institutes, in India and moved to Australia to study Master of Information Technology from Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne. After the move, he became involved in initiatives supporting migrant communities. He has publicly shared his personal experiences as an immigrant, reflecting on the challenges and opportunities immigrants face in a new country. Sareen's educational background includes studies in leadership and entrepreneurship, influencing his professional and advocacy endeavours.
==Entrepreneurship==
Sareen has consulted for various startups and scale-ups, focusing on product development and technology. He emphasises the value of practical business knowledge in complementing formal education. His entrepreneurial efforts primarily aim to support business growth and innovation.
==Migrants Life Foundation==
In 2024, Sareen founded the Migrants Life Foundation, a non-profit organisation aimed at promoting cultural understanding and community cohesion through the sharing of migrant stories. The foundation organises events, including exhibitions, panel discussions, and cultural performances, which bring together people from diverse backgrounds. 
The foundation’s Migrants Life 2025 Exhibition will showcase personal stories of migrants to Australia, providing a platform for underrepresented voices and promoting intercultural dialogue. The foundation also developed a digital platform that includes a community space for migrants, featuring resources and connections through an app and a website. The foundation’s work focuses on using storytelling to foster empathy and mutual respect between different cultures.
==Migrants Circle App==
In 2024, Sareen launched the Migrants Circle App as a social platform for Migrants to help bridge borders and build bonds.
==Publication and Public Speaking==
Sareen is the author of The Indian Mate Volume 1 & 2, the books explore his experiences as an immigrant in Australia. He frequently speaks on topics related to leadership, personal growth, and the migrant experience. His public engagements often draw on his personal journey as well as the stories of others he has encountered through his foundation and community work.
Divesh has published two books:
*The Indian Mate Volume 1: A journey from namaste to howrya. Melbourne: PUBLISH CENTRAL, 2023. .
*The Indian Mate Volume 2: A journey from namaste to howrya. Melbourne: PUBLISH CENTRAL, 2023. .
==Community Leadership==
In 2024, Sareen announced his candidacy for the Lyster Ward Council Elections, advocating for greater support for migrants and promoting initiatives that encourage diversity and inclusion at the local government level.
Category:1986 births
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Category:Entrepreneurs
Category:Australian people