I am Dr. Renee Mehrra, a Doctorate in Public Health and a veteran broadcast journalist and community activist. I lead Reenbow Media LLC, where I steward advertising, broadcasting and public relations initiatives to inform, entertain, and uplift diverse communities. I have represented the South Asian American press as President of the Indo American Press Club and served as an ambassador for Yoga, Ayurveda and Meditation, helping raise health awareness in minority communities. I am passionate about storytelling that is accurate, compelling, and inclusive. Beyond journalism, I mentor, speak, and advocate for health management, civic engagement, and public service. My work with the United Nations, NYC government agencies, and community organizations reflects a sustained commitment to empowering immigrants and underrepresented communities through media, education, and outreach.

Dr. Renee Mehrra

I am Dr. Renee Mehrra, a Doctorate in Public Health and a veteran broadcast journalist and community activist. I lead Reenbow Media LLC, where I steward advertising, broadcasting and public relations initiatives to inform, entertain, and uplift diverse communities. I have represented the South Asian American press as President of the Indo American Press Club and served as an ambassador for Yoga, Ayurveda and Meditation, helping raise health awareness in minority communities. I am passionate about storytelling that is accurate, compelling, and inclusive. Beyond journalism, I mentor, speak, and advocate for health management, civic engagement, and public service. My work with the United Nations, NYC government agencies, and community organizations reflects a sustained commitment to empowering immigrants and underrepresented communities through media, education, and outreach.

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I am Dr. Renee Mehrra, a Doctorate in Public Health and a veteran broadcast journalist and community activist. I lead Reenbow Media LLC, where I steward advertising, broadcasting and public relations initiatives to inform, entertain, and uplift diverse communities. I have represented the South Asian American press as President of the Indo American Press Club and served as an ambassador for Yoga, Ayurveda and Meditation, helping raise health awareness in minority communities. I am passionate about storytelling that is accurate, compelling, and inclusive.

Beyond journalism, I mentor, speak, and advocate for health management, civic engagement, and public service. My work with the United Nations, NYC government agencies, and community organizations reflects a sustained commitment to empowering immigrants and underrepresented communities through media, education, and outreach.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

President at Indo American Press Club of North America
January 1, 2018 - Present
Led the organization as President in 2018; advanced advocacy, media collaboration and professional development for South Asian journalists.
Advisor at Women’s Cabinet, NYC Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs
October 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Advised on immigrant and community welfare policy; contributed to outreach and civic engagement initiatives.
Founder/Executive Director at POWER—Providing Our Women Equal Rights
August 1, 2013 - January 1, 2022
Founder and executive director leading a nonprofit focused on women’s rights and community empowerment.
Emcee at United Nations
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
Emcee at the September 2019 UN event Leadership Matters: Relevance of Gandhi in the Contemporary World, hosted by Prime Minister Modi.
Speaker/Panelist at Parliament of the World's Religions
November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Panelist at the World Religions conference in Toronto, November 2018.
Host/Producer at Star Television Network, USA and Canada
June 1, 2018 - November 30, 2018
Host/Producer of Your Health Matters, a 13-part health program series (June–November 2018).
TV Host at Queens Public Television
December 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
TV host for Hurricane Sandy coverage and other programming; provided live coverage and reporting.

Education

Doctorate in Public Health at Walden University
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
MS in Political Management & Public Relations at The George Washington University
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
BA in Broadcast Journalism at State University of New York, Long Island
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
Voice Training and Acting at American Academy of Dramatic Arts
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025

Qualifications

Doctorate in Public Health - Walden University
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
MS in Political Management & Public Relations - The George Washington University
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
BA in Broadcast Journalism - State University of New York, Long Island
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Professional Services