An Indian American woman is among 12 faith leaders to be honoured as "Champions of Change" by the White House for their efforts in protecting environment and communities from the effects of climate change.
Sunita Viswanath, the only Indian American to figure in the list, has been selected for her work to encourage Hindus to take care of the environment.
Working with women's and human rights organisations for almost three decades, Sunita is co-founder and active board member of the 14-year-old front-line women's human rights organisation, Women for Afghan Women.
“Sunita is being honoured for her work with Sadhana to encourage Hindus to live out these principles by taking care of the environment,” it added.