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Tara Srinivasan

Turning curiosity into action.

HarperCollins author • TEDx & SXSW EDU speaker • Published researcher • Founder • Dancer

ABOUT TARA

People usually ask me how all of my interests fit together.

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I've wondered that too. At first glance, they probably don't. I write children's books, conduct research, build mental health tools, speak at conferences, dance, and somehow find myself climbing mountains whenever my family suggests another adventure.

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But to me, they've always been connected.

 

I've always been drawn to questions that sit between disciplines. Questions about identity, health, belonging, and how small ideas can make a meaningful difference in someone's life. Sometimes exploring those questions has led me to a research study. Other times it's become a children's book, a nonprofit, an app, or a workshop. I don't see these projects as separate accomplishments. I see them as different ways of exploring the same curiosity: how stories, science, movement, and service can come together to improve people's lives.

This website is a collection of those projects.

 

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoy exploring them as much as I've enjoyed building them.

Projects

Book

HarperCollins published children's books exploring identity, resilience, and belonging. I have gone to schools and communities to give book talks.

PESoMind

A dance-based mental health framework that grew from one workshop into research, publications, and a practical app for teens.
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Western dance

Twelve years of training across multiple styles, culminating in leadership as President of Westlake Hyline.

Indian dance

A twelve-year Bharatanatyam journey spanning a three-hour Arangetram and performances on some of India's most celebrated stages.

PeakPower

Improving the health and opportunities of mountain porter communities through practical, community-driven solutions.

Speaking

Sharing ideas through TEDx, community events, and educational programs that inspire curiosity and action.

Documentary

A PBS documentary mirroring my book about exploring identity, perseverance, and the journey that dance has shaped.
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Non-profit work

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Building community through mentorship, education, healthcare fundraising, and opportunities for young people to thrive.
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AWARDS

  • ​​​​​​​​Named "2025 Westlake Young Citizen of the Year"

  • ​​U.S. Congressional Award Silver Medalist

  • 2026 Harvard Book Award

  • Invited Panelist at 2025 Texas Book Festival

  • Invited Emcee 2025 and 2026 Eanes ISD Staff Convocation

  • Winner, The Kindness Campaign Summit Pitch Competition (2025)​

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LET'S CONNECT

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