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Latha Poonamalle is a University Fellow and Chair of Management in the Schools of Public Engagement at The New School. She specializes in mindfulness leadership and social justice, advocating for a decolonized approach to mindfulness that prioritizes interconnectedness and collective responsibility. Her work challenges individualistic leadership models and emphasizes moral expansiveness. Key contributions include the course Mindfulness Leadership Development and her book Expansive Leadership, which propose relationship-centered leadership frameworks.
Her research integrates practice-oriented activism, focusing on social enterprises, organizational ethics, and technology’s role in social justice. Notable initiatives include establishing the Management and Social Justice Conversation Series and co-developing the Dharma Life Program to enhance emotional intelligence. She received a Fulbright Fellowship and collaborates with faculty like Cotter Christian (Parsons School of Design).
Dr. Poonamalle values interdisciplinary collaboration and student engagement, emphasizing their role in reinforcing shared societal values. Her pedagogical innovations include creating three new courses since joining The New School, reflecting her commitment to curriculum development aligned with social equity goals.
Her scholarly contributions span medical AI applications (e.g., trauma diagnosis algorithms) and socio-technical innovation, balancing technical rigor with ethical considerations. Her work bridges global health challenges with mindfulness practices, advocating for systemic change through compassionate leadership.
Awards:
- Fulbright Fellowship
Key Collaborations: Close partnership with Cotter Christian (Parsons School of Design) on interdisciplinary projects.
Labs/Programs: Founded the Management and Social Justice Conversation Series to foster dialogue on equity in organizational contexts.
