Meet Deepak
The Life Engineer Building a World of Compassion & Sustainability
Deepak Mangesh is a social impact advocate and changemaker on a mission to transform the world. Driven by an unwavering belief in the power of collective action, he is creating a ripple effect of positive change that spans from revitalized ecosystems to empowered communities and a global movement for well-being.
Deepak's journey began over two decades ago with a deep dive into yoga, self-discovery, and profound interactions with spiritual masters. This inward journey, sparked by personal challenges in his early twenties, led him to a profound realization: lasting change starts within. He embarked on a 200-km solo Padayatra in Karnataka, deepening his connection to the land and its people. This experience ignited a series of initiatives aimed at addressing critical social and environmental issues, including the restoration of the 36-acre Hadosiddapura Lake in Bangalore, a project that became a symbol of hope and renewal.
These experiences ignited a passion to challenge the conventional definition of success and empower others to design lives aligned with their unique passions and purpose, free from societal pressures.
Deepak's work goes beyond addressing immediate crises; he's building a foundation for long-term sustainability. The catalyst for his outward journey was the opportunity to lead the revival of a polluted lake in his community, which ignited a passion within him to empower others to take action. Today, he leads the NOW Foundation, spearheading initiatives that champion eco-friendly lifestyles, empower indigenous communities with sustainable livelihoods, and build sustainable urban communities. He's also making crucial knowledge accessible through initiatives like the Kannada audiobook of "One Straw Revolution."
With a vision rooted in the interconnectedness of personal well-being and planetary health, Deepak founded the Meta Changemakers Movement, a clarion call for individuals globally to embrace inner transformation and live the life they love as a catalyst for global change. This initiative aims to foster eco-consciousness in future generations and build our future leaders who will guide the world towards global well-being and revitalizing the planet.
His most ambitious project, Lifversity, is a radical reimagining of the conventional approach to life often dictated by existing systems. By embracing lessons derived from nature, it fosters happiness, purpose, and a harmonious relationship with our planet.
I AM YOU AND YOU ARE DIVINE
Deepak Mangesh
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Lifversity invites us all to embrace a new way of living – one that prioritizes celebrating life, holistic well-being, and living the life we love, while honoring the interconnectedness, uniqueness, and diversity of all life that is out there.​
A self-proclaimed "imperfect human" with an unwavering commitment to build a better world, Deepak's "Do Nothing" philosophy – a call to mindfulness, surrender, and alignment with the natural flow of life – underpins his work and offers a refreshing perspective in a world that often values relentless action. He reminds us that true fulfillment comes not from striving for control but from aligning ourselves with the universal rhythm of existence.
Deepak invites you to join him on this transformative journey, to discover your own potential for change, and to co-create a compassionate, sustainable, inclusive, equitable, just planet .