India Leaders

State Coordinator – Education (SHWP), Centre for Community Economics and Development Consultants Society Lalita Ameta is a development professional with over 18 years of experience advancing adolescent health, nutrition, life skills education, women’s empowerment, and gender equity. She currently works with the Centre for Community Economics and Development Consultants Society (CECOEDECON) under a UNFPA-supported technical assistance project, providing planning, advocacy, … Read More

Project Coordinator, IBTADA Khurshida Parveen Ansari is a development professional with over 12 years of experience leading large-scale education and empowerment programs for adolescent girls across rural India. At IBTADA, she works to strengthen opportunities for girls through life skills education, SRHR, and STEM exposure, fostering confidence and leadership among women. Passionate about advancing gender equity through systemic, community-based approaches, … Read More

Program Manager, Mahila Jan Adhikar Samiti Renu Arya (Rain) is a young feminist rooted in community, creativity, and care, working with Mahila Jan Adhikar Samiti (MJAS). She uses storytelling, theatre, and technology to amplify girls’ voices and inspire social change. Passionate about advancing social justice and equity, Rain works closely with communities to create spaces where women, girls, and gender-nonconforming … Read More

Program Organizer, Vikalp Sansthan Savita Chadana is a community leader with Vikalp Sansthan, where she leads workshops, facilitates meetings with girls in Gogunda Block, and supports training, planning, and capacity-building initiatives. Originally from Obra Kala village in Rajasthan’s Udaipur district, Savita overcame significant challenges to continue her education when her family discouraged her from attending college. Her determination led her … Read More

Managing Trustee, Aagaz Foundation Trust, Jaipur Suman Devathiya is a seasoned social activist with over two decades of experience advancing gender and caste equity. At Aagaz Foundation Trust in Jaipur, she leads initiatives that promote community empowerment, education access, and advocacy for marginalized populations. Rooted in an intersectional feminist framework, Suman’s work centers on capacity building for Dalit and marginalized … Read More

Programme Coordinator, Doosra Dashak, Foundation for Education and Development Kavita Dhameja is a Programme Coordinator at Doosra Dashak, a project of the Foundation for Education and Development (FED) in Jaipur, Rajasthan. She focuses on building leadership and voice among youth in underserved and marginalized communities. Kavita believes that everyone – regardless of gender or background – deserves access to rights, … Read More

Team Mentor and GB Member, Shri Jan Jeevan Kalyan Sansthan Sandhya Gautam is a development practitioner and advocate for women’s health and rights, with over two decades of experience in grassroots work, research, training, networking and advocacy. As a Board Member and mentor at Shri Jan Jeevan Kalyan Sansthan (SJJKS), she focuses on advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights … Read More

Program Manager, Kisan Bharti Vikas Sansthan Swati Gehlot is a social activist and experienced team builder with Kisan Bharti Vikas Sansthan, where she leads community mobilization and manages projects from start to finish. Swati is committed to advancing social justice by empowering rural women and girls to understand their rights, build confidence, and participate fully in their communities. Her goal … Read More

Program Leader, Seva Mandir Dr. Chhavi Gupta is a gold-medalist scholar and award-winning education leader with over 16 years of experience advancing equity in learning. As Program Leader in Education at Seva Mandir, she champions girls’ education in rural and tribal communities, leading programs that promote STEM, digital literacy, life skills, and equitable learning opportunities. Holding a Ph.D., Dr. Gupta … Read More

District Lead, Azad Foundation Shilpa Jain is a seasoned management professional with 18+ years of experience in maternal and child health, adolescent rights, gender equality, and non-traditional livelihoods. As District Lead at Azad Foundation, she oversees programs that empower women, build market linkages, and advance gender-just communities. Shilpa is dedicated to promoting social justice by creating dignified livelihood opportunities for … Read More