Editor’s views “Empathy in Action: How Lavina Is Reimagining Tech for the Forgotten Generation” At The Visionary Spark, we seek to illuminate the quiet revolutions being led by individuals whose ideas, empathy, and innovation are transforming lives and shaping a more equitable world. In this edition, we are proud to spotlight Lavina Nag- pal — a visionary technologist, educator, and founder of The BoomerEm, whose work sits at the powerful intersection of data, design, and dignity. Lavina represents a rare blend of technical brilliance and deeply human insight. In a digital age where entire communities risk being left behind, she has emerged as a leading advocate for digital inclusion — ensuring that innovation serves not only the fast and the fluent, but also the overlooked and under- served. Her leadership is not driven by hype or scale for its own sake, but by a steadfast commitment to equity, accessibility, and meaningful connection. From pioneering AI-powered learning models to creating compassionate education platforms for older adults, Lavina’s work is reframing what inclusive technology looks like. Her approach integrates academic rigor with grassroots sensitivity — informed by research, powered by empathy, and shaped by real-world impact. What sets Lavina apart is her belief that innovation is most powerful when it is personal. Whether she is shaping policy dialogues, building tools for marginalized communities, or mentoring the next generation of ethical technologists, she leads with heart and humility. Her work doesn’t just bridge the digital divide — it builds belonging. In this exclusive feature, we explore Lavina’s purpose-driven path and the bold questions at the heart of her mission: How do we ensure technology empowers rather than excludes? What does inclusive design truly mean in practice? And how can we build systems that reflect not just intelligence, but compassion? By featuring Lavina in this edition, we honor a new kind of leadership — one that listens first, builds boldly, and dares to design a digital future where no one is left behind. Ashwini Phere Chief EditorCover Story LAVINA NAGPAL 12CONTENTS “The Loneliness Epidemic: How Social Disconnection Is Becom- ing a Public Health Crisis” “Beyond the Algorithm: The Role of Values and Vision in Building Ethical AI Systems “ 20 22Next >