About Us
Prajapita Brahma Kumaris® Meditation Center opens its doors every day to people of diverse backgrounds to learn Raja Yoga Meditation. We are committed to helping individuals attain peace of mind and self-transformation. Since 1976, the organization’s teachers have participated in establishing the “Brahma Kumaris” presence in the United States.
We are part of a global network of organizations, dedicated to the service of humanity. The network spans over 110 countries and is collectively known as “Brahma Kumaris”. Our spiritual headquarters is located in Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India.
The organization is women-led and fosters an environment of mentorship and collaboration between genders, ethnicities, races and faith traditions.
As a service to local communities, the organization charges no fees for any of its activities, and is funded by voluntary contributions. Prajapita Brahma Kumaris® Meditation Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity based in Texas, USA.
Meet the Team
Hansa Raval, M.D.
President
Sister Hansa (Hansadidi) is a dedicated Raja Yoga Meditation teacher for the past 47 years. She was the first “Brahma Kumaris” student/teacher from the United States, and has established meditation centers throughout Texas. She has directed a Hospice for the terminally ill, a battered women’s shelter, and a Kwashiorkor program for malnourished children in Africa.
In parallel with a lifelong commitment to nonprofit service, Dr. Raval is a highly decorated Colonel, retired from the United States Army after 26 years of active duty service as a medical officer.
Dr. Raval has practiced medicine as a cancer specialist in the U.S. for 54 years.
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She has three sub-specialties: clinical pathology, cytopathology and oncology; and is an expert in health and nutrition. Simultaneous to taking care of patients full time at one of the U.S. Army’s largest medical centers, she was a Professor of Medicine, Director of Residency and Fellowship training programs, Chief of numerous medical departments, and Director of the U.S. Army School of Cytotechnology.
Dr. Raval completed her medical residencies at Boston University and Harvard University affiliated hospitals, and holds a Master’s degree in Diet & Nutrition and Social & Preventative Medicine from the World Health Organization (W.H.O.). Dr. Raval’s speaking engagements span the globe.
Meagan Magee
Director / Instructor
Meagan is a dedicated Raja Yoga Meditation instructor for 22 years and is a senior software engineer.
Sushma Kolla
Director / Instructor
Sushma is a dedicated Raja Yoga Meditation instructor for 12 years and is a senior software engineer.
Anurupa Rajkumari
Coordinator / Instructor
Anurupa is a dedicated Raja Yoga Meditation instructor for 5 years and is a senior software engineer.
Mark Ram
COO / Instructor
Mark is a dedicated Raja Yoga Meditation instructor for 32 years.
Amar Garlapati
Coordinator / Instructor
Amar is a dedicated Raja Yoga Meditation instructor for 21 years and is a principle software engineer.
Vishal Aslot
Coordinator / Instructor
Vishal is a dedicated Raja Yoga Meditation instructor for 6 years and is a senior software engineer.
Visit Brahma Kumaris India website to know about the founders and current spiritual leaders of the Brahma Kumaris worldwide.
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Prajapita Brahma Kumaris ® Meditation Center is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit charity, based in Texas, USA.
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