Hi! My Name is Niveah Gandhi, founder of WearKind, an adaptive clothing brand created to help people of all abilities feel comfortable and confident in what they wear.

The idea for WearKind began after I volunteered with Starcatchers, a theater program for individuals with special needs. I supported performers as they prepared for the stage, helping with costumes, encouraging them, and building their confidence. I was inspired by their joy, determination, and optimism. I formed real friendships and saw how impactful it is when people feel seen and supported.

These experiences led me to explore a future in developmental pediatrics. I’ve interned at pediatricians, pulmonologists, and allergists clinics to better understand the clinical side of care. I also interned as a medical assistant in a pulmonary office and completed a patient health advocacy research project on smoking cessation that is being distributed among multiple pulmonary clinics across DFW. I also volunteered at Scottish Rite Hospital and the UT Southwestern Summer Youth Program, earned my CNA and CPR certifications, and am coauthored on a research project analyzing ChatGPT responses for pain management.

All of these experiences inspired me to start WearKind, where I bring together my interests in healthcare, creativity, and inclusion. Adaptive clothing is one small way to help people feel empowered in their everyday lives.