Chanti Niven Bio Chanti Niven is a global citizen whose life journey spans continents and many challenges. Born in Kingston, Surrey, UK, she moved to South Africa as a child, where she lived until 2005. After a brief return to England, she settled in Los Angeles in 2009, where she now resides with a vibrant spirit that defies all the hardships she’s faced.   A mother of three adult children, two daughters and a son, Chanti has faced many trials, including violent crime in South Africa, a near-death experience, and three years of blindness. Yet, she chooses resilience over bitterness, living with gratitude and proclaiming, “Every day, I open two gifts—my eyes!”   As an inspirational speaker, she shares her transformative story of forgiveness and hope worldwide. Visit www.chantiniven.com to learn more.   Chanti’s passion for language, communication, and the expressive arts runs deep. From a young age, she immersed herself in literature and poetry, a love that continues to fuel her writing, painting, and theater pursuits. Her poetry, inspired by the beauty and harshness of Africa, often addresses social issues to raise awareness for victims, though she also delights in crafting lighthearted stories with her keen sense of humor. Connect with Chanti directly at info@chantiniven.com.   As the founder and CEO of Captivating Speakers Global, Chanti empowers individuals and organizations through professional training in communication and soft skills. Her programs help people unlock their potential in personal and professional spheres, reflecting her belief that great communication is the cornerstone of success. Captivating Speakers Global also delivers social and emotional learning programs in schools, impacting tens of thousands of students. With a special focus on at-risk youth, including plans to expand into foster care and juvenile justice systems, Chanti is dedicated to transforming lives through the power of connection.   Chanti enjoys long road trips, hiking, theater, and meaningful conversations over tea. Her life and work are guided by the words of Benjamin Lee Whorf: “Language shapes the way we think, and determines what we can think about.”  

Bronze and silver medalist award winner in the Annual Library Poetry Awards.
Poetry published in various anthologies and other publications. Short stories published in various magazines and publications.

Story Editor for 1362 - The Kensington Enigma. Provided two voice-overs for the documentary. See the trailer at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdJ7Ik0Y7Nc&feature=channel_page

A recent commercial where Chanti provided the narration: https://www.dropbox.com/s/csxhemljw323614/PCBio_Rapid-B_OnG_Video_09-15-14.mp4?dl=0

Hosted a segment on a popular local radio station for more than four years. Featured on 'Top Billing' a top-rated television show.