Elaina Dodson

Professional Background

I began my path in Subud in early 1975, while still a college student in Chicago. After receiving the Latihan, I knew I would never inwardly need anything else. And while my life has taken many turns, professionally and personally, that is still true.

I grew up in New York City, lived for 27 years in Fairfield, Connecticut, and now reside in Washington, D.C. Professionally, I am a writer who worked for nearly thirty years in the broadcast news industry. Several years ago I shifted into higher education, where I specialize in biomedical communications and public affairs.

Subud Background

I’m grateful and deeply humbled by the opportunity to serve as a trustee of the foundation that bears Bapak’s name. A few years ago, I received that Bapak was still a real, almost physical presence on the Muhammad Subuh Foundation board, and that we needed to give him a seat at the table. I pray that Bapak’s guiding wisdom will be with us always.