Sister Mohini is a deep and subtle introvert who spends much of her time in contemplative silence. She was born in India in 1941 to a philanthropic family and educated at the University of Delhi. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in history, political science and journalism. She met the Brahma Kumaris when she was a teenager and began studying and serving with the BK's while she was still in college. For over 60 years she has opened new fields of service for the organisation, establishing a regional headquarters for the Americas in 1978 and representing the BK's as an NGO at the United Nations from 1981. Prior to this position, she served as Regional Coordinator of the Brahma Kumaris' activities in North and South America and the Caribbean.