Sayali'S BIO

Person with shoulder-length dark hair wearing a white embroidered blouse and pearl necklace, seated indoors.

South Asian Population in Minnesota: Over 58,000 South Asians reside in Minnesota (2020 Census). 

Countries of Ancestry: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Tibet. 80% of South Asians in MN trace their origin to India. 

Immigration Status: 70% of South Asian Minnesotans are first-generation immigrants 

Acculturation Challenges: Physical and mental health, youth development, and family relationships. 

Health challenges: Pressing concerns around mental health, chronic disease management, senior care, and substance abuse.