We had the good fortune of connecting with Arham Doshi and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Arham, let’s start by talking about what inspires you?
My inspiration stems from my struggles of connecting with Jain’s identity. Even though I lived in a household motivated by Jain philosophy, I could never connect with the ancient teachings due to language barriers. Thus; I created Jain Enlightened, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization aimed to merge culture preservation through technological innovation in the AI space. I used my experience in my research and created podcasts, books, lessons, and blogs. I could not be more proud of the impact my team and I have made worldwide.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Jain Enlightened is how I contribute to solving the lingual gaps in Jain teachings that affect millions of Jains across the world. In my research and various internships, I’ve concentrated on improving AI translation accuracy—especially crucial when it comes to translating Jain scriptures, which have limited, specialized datasets and nuanced meanings that conventional models often struggle to capture accurately. I overcame these problems by taking my independent research, and my research at SMU, with Dr. Labiba, where I focused on developing machine learning and natural language processing models, focused on getting top-notch accuracies with a limited dataset, and improved my translations for Jain scripture by over 10%, where hundreds of users both on my app and website learn from every day.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
If my best friends were visiting, I’d want to show them everything meaningful to me and capture the essence of the area. We’d start the week with a visit to my Jain temple and Jain school, where I’ve spent over 12 years shaping my understanding of life and spirituality. Here, I’d introduce them to the community and teachings that have been central to my values and perspective.

Next, we’d head to downtown Dallas, where we’d dive into the city’s vibrant culture and rich diversity. We’d explore the unique neighborhoods and sample different cuisines, showcasing the incredible mix of ethnicities that make Dallas so dynamic. For dinner, we’d try some of my favorite spots that cater to Jain diets, highlighting both traditional and modern flavors.

For some fun, we’d catch a Mavericks game—something my dad and I have bonded over for years. Watching the Mavs live is an unforgettable experience, and I’d want my friend to feel the same thrill of cheering alongside a crowd of passionate fans. Throughout the week, we’d blend tradition, culture, and excitement, giving them an insider’s look into both the things I cherish and what makes Dallas a truly remarkable place.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My journey is largely credited to Acharya Shri Yashovijayji Maharaj Saheb, a monk who is so close and integrated with Jainism that I can not even describe it with words. He has helped countless souls and given guidance to countless more. It was during my time in India when I would go to the monastery where Yashovijayji Maharaj Saheb and other devoted monks would stay, that I embarked on my first podcast and blog. His teachings and knowledge connect with every audience, and my podcast with him was one of my most memorable moments. With his blessings, vision, and encouragement, I have been able to expand my nonprofit into a platform that spans from Costa Rica to the USA to India. I owe much of my journey to his mentorship, and I am deeply grateful for his support in helping me bring Jain’s values to a global audience.

Website: https://www.jainenlightened.org

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jain-enlightened

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JainEnlightened

Other: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/jain-enlightened/id6670381136 – App Store link
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jainenlightened – Play Store link

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