Bhagirath Iyer

Atita started Girl Skate India, which is an online community to encourage girls and women to start skateboarding and to help build a large community of female skateboarders in India.

"Half of India still see us as different, but we are happy because the other half wants us to sing," says India's first transgender band.

This is the story of Akkai Padmashali, who was born a boy but chose to become a transgender. Her challenging but inspiring journey as she fought for her rights and acceptance in the society will move you to tears but also show you the true strength of the human spirit.