Arunachalam Muruganantham
Keynote Speaker: Innovative Social Entrepreneur & Inventor; Creator of Low-Cost Sanitary Pad-Making Machine; Founder of Jai Shree Industries; Named to Time 100; Subject of "Menstrual Man" & "Pad Man"
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Arunachalam Muruganantham Biography
Arunachalam Muruganantham is an Indian social entrepreneur and inventor recognized for his work in menstrual health and hygiene. Muruganantham is the inventor of a low-cost sanitary pad-making machine, which has increased access to affordable sanitary pads for women in rural India. His innovation addresses traditional unhygienic practices around menstruation and promotes menstrual health awareness in underserved communities.
Muruganantham's journey began when he observed that his wife used old rags during menstruation due to the high cost of commercial sanitary pads. Motivated to find a solution, he dedicated several years to developing a machine capable of producing high-quality, low-cost sanitary napkins. Despite facing social stigma and ostracization in his village, Muruganantham persisted in his efforts, even testing the pads himself to ensure their effectiveness. While imported machines cost significantly more, his machine is priced affordably, making it accessible to self-help groups and rural women across India.
Through his company, Jai Shree Industries, Muruganantham has distributed these machines to numerous rural areas, creating employment opportunities and enabling women to earn income during menstruation. His machines have been installed in many states across India, and his work has contributed to breaking the stigma surrounding menstruation by educating communities about menstrual health and hygiene.
Muruganantham's contributions have been recognized internationally. He was named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people and included in Fortune magazine's World's 50 Greatest Leaders list. He received the Padma Shri, an Indian national award, and the Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the Schwab Foundation. His story has inspired several films and documentaries, including the documentary "Menstrual Man," the Hindi film "Pad Man," and the Academy Award-winning documentary "Period. End of Sentence."
Muruganantham has delivered lectures on innovation, social entrepreneurship, and women's empowerment at institutions such as IIT Bombay, IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, and Harvard University, and has presented a TED talk. His work demonstrates the impact of grassroots innovation in advancing public health, women's empowerment, and social change.
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How much does it cost to book Arunachalam Muruganantham for a speaking engagement?
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What topics does Arunachalam Muruganantham speak about?
Arunachalam Muruganantham is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Business, Business Leadership, Women, Women's Rights, Women's Health, Inspirational, Inventors, Innovation, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Creativity, Leadership, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth and Empowerment. -
Where does Arunachalam Muruganantham travel from?
Arunachalam Muruganantham generally travels from Coimbatore, India and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Arunachalam Muruganantham?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Arunachalam Muruganantham for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Arunachalam Muruganantham for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Arunachalam Muruganantham or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
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