Nurturing Dharma: Our Operations Team in Service Beyond the Board
Step into the heart of our Radha Krishna Mandir & Cultural Center, where the sacred meets the practical, and where the aspirations of our community find expression and implementation. Our Volunteer Operations Coordinating Team plays a pivotal role, seamlessly weaving the spiritual tapestry of our mission into the fabric of our daily operations.
In alignment with our spiritual values, our Operations Team collaborates closely with our pandits, trustees and board members to translate divine ideals into tangible actions. They embody the principles of Seva, ensuring the smooth functioning of our non-profit with dedication, integrity, and a deep sense of purpose.
Our Operations Coordinating Team, hand in hand with a compassionate army of selfless volunteers, delivers service rooted in spirituality. Explore their stories of dedication, witness the transformative power of selfless contributions, and consider joining us on this divine journey of Seva, where every act is an offering to the greater good.
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Mrs. Anupa Balbahadur, Culinary Coordinator
With a professional background as a mortgage professional, Anupa brings over 10 years of dedicated selfless volunteerism to RKMCC, serving as the Coordinator for Culinary (Kitchen) Services. In this role, she oversees food preparation, contributes to menu development, and ensures that RKMCC’s devotees and supporters experience the finest culinary offerings. Anupa plays a pivotal role in food procurement operations, ensuring the highest standards in quality. While her primary operational focus is on culinary aspects at RKMCC, Anupa goes above and beyond by selflessly contributing to supporting fundraising, community outreach, and various other facets to guarantee the smooth execution of many of RKMCC’s activities. If you’re passionate about culinary arts and would like to join Anupa’s team to contribute your skills to RKMCC, feel free to reach out to her. Your involvement will play a key role in enhancing the culinary experience at RKMCC and supporting its broader mission.
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Madan Dheer, Trustee, Tuesday Hanuman Satsang CoordinatorÂ
Meet Madan ji, a resident of the Region of Waterloo with a distinguished career spanning over 35 years in the field of education, Madan’s commitment to nurturing young minds led him to serve as both a teacher and administrator in Canada before retiring as the Principal of Languages School within the Waterloo Region District School Board.
Beyond his professional achievements, Madan ji has been an active and dedicated member of the Radha Krishna Mandir & Cultural Centre, contributing his time and experience to a variety of community and mandir initiatives. He has also been actively involved in supporting the development and successful completion of the new mandir building, helping advance the vision of providing the community with a dedicated space to fulfill its spiritual and cultural aspirations.
Effective July 2026, Madan ji is serving as a Trustee of the Radha Krishna Mandir & Cultural Centre. In addition to his responsibilities as Trustee, since 2024Â he continues to oversee our Summer Camp Program and Tuesday Hanuman Satsang, while supporting other mandir activities and community initiatives as needed.
Madan ji warmly encourages devotees and community members to participate in the mandir’s programs and activities. Those interested in getting involved with the Summer Camp Program or Tuesday Hanuman Chalisa Satsang may reach him directly at 519-498-1311
Mrs. Radha Persaud, Director
Mrs. Radha Persaud serves as the Director of Youth Programming and is a passionate advocate for empowering the next generation through involvement, participation, teamwork, and leadership. She is dedicated to creating supportive spaces where young people can grow spiritually, explore their cultural roots, build confidence, and take an active role in mandir and community life.
Radha provides oversight across a wide range of youth programs and initiatives, including Bal Vihar, youth group activities, Summer Camp, Outreach, music and dance classes. Her approach is rooted in collaboration and teamwork. Rather than simply leading, she works closely with youth, volunteers, teachers, and families, encouraging young people to share their ideas and helping bring their creative visions to life. Her goal is to ensure that every program is engaging, meaningful, welcoming, and shaped by the voices of the youth themselves.
As a parent of three, Radha is especially inspired by seeing her own children actively involved in mandir life, whether participating in age-appropriate programs and youth groups or stepping forward as youth volunteers. This personal connection strengthens her passion for creating opportunities where all young people can discover their strengths, serve their community, develop leadership skills, and thrive. If you wish to connect with Radha, please email her at (rkmcc_dir5@radhakrishnamandir.ca).
