Sangita Shresthova, PhD, bridges storytelling, design thinking, and collaborative imagination to foster participation and build communities for creating better futures. With her signature "practicing futures" approach, she guides cities, corporations, foundations, and educational institutions in turning visions into actionable realities. A natural connector, Sangita excels at bridging cultural and ideological divides through cross-cultural communication while staying firmly goal-oriented. Her multidisciplinary background enhances her engaging stage presence and workshop facilitation, ensuring her work resonates across diverse audiences.

As Associate Professor of Research at the University of Southern California, Sangita collaborates with global stakeholders to design innovative initiatives that integrate civic imagination with real-world impact. Fluent in multiple languages and shaped by a multicultural upbringing across Nepal, the Czech Republic, and the U.S., her work reflects a deep commitment to fostering dialogue and understanding across boundaries.

Her acclaimed books and projects—such as Popular Culture and the Civic Imagination—demonstrate her ability to inspire action at the intersection of media, culture, and civic life while keeping a clear focus on meaningful outcomes.