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Two Indian Americans make BBC 100 Women 2024 list
The List recognizes achievements across categories such as Science, Health and Tech, and Politics and Advocacy, celebrating trailblazing women worldwide.
Sneha Revanur (L) and Sunita Williams (R) / Image - X/ Sunita Williams, Sneha Revanur
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and AI activist Sneha Revanur were the two Indian American women named to BBC’s 100 most inspiring and influential women in 2024 list.
According to a statement, “BBC 100 Women acknowledges the toll this year has taken on women by celebrating those who – through their resilience – are pushing for change, as the world changes around them. The list also remains committed to exploring the impact of the climate emergency, highlighting climate pioneers who work to help their communities tackle its impacts.”
Williams, a retired Navy helicopter pilot and veteran astronaut, has had a storied career in space exploration. Known for her groundbreaking achievements, she once held the record for the most spacewalks by a woman and became the first person to run a marathon in space in 2007.
In June 2024, Williams embarked on her first mission to the International Space Station aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. Initially scheduled for eight days, her mission was extended to eight months due to technical issues. Williams is expected to return to Earth in February 2025.
Revanur, 20, is an emerging leader in artificial intelligence and a staunch advocate for ethical AI practices. She founded Encode Justice, a youth-led global movement dedicated to promoting safe and equitable AI.
With over 1,300 members across 30 countries, Revanur has quickly become a powerful voice in the AI space. Her achievements include being named the youngest person on TIME magazine’s inaugural list of the 100 most influential voices in AI. Most recently, she was also featured on the Forbes Under 30 class of 2025 list.
Three Indians shine on BBC’s 100 Women List for 2024
The list also features three Indian women—social activist Aruna Roy, wrestler-turned-politician Vinesh Phogat, and Pooja Sharma, a trailblazer performing last rites for unclaimed bodies.
Roy's activism shaped India’s Right to Information Act, Phogat’s legacy spans sports and politics, while Sharma's work challenges gender norms, advocating dignity in death for all.
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