Sonal Roshan and is a Professional Life Skill Trainer. He has developed good knowledge and skills over working with underprivileged children and young people. He is currently mentoring youth groups to design and develop social action and learning projects. He has a strong ability in English writing and communication. He believes no matter how difficult is the target, motivation, and trust in oneself to achieve it determines its success, that’s the work of a facilitator, to show that a dream is not just about dreaming, but also to believe that it can be achieved.
Kuldeep embarked on his journey as a volunteer three years ago with Had-Anhad, where he found his passion for making a difference in education. Inspired by his experiences, he transitioned into a full-time role with the organisation after completing his graduation. His dedication to working with adolescents in education led him to take on the role of state manager, leading the Madhya Pradesh Collective group of 12 organisations.
With a background in Information Technology, Ashok started his professional journey as a Network Security Engineer at Tata Consultancy Services from 2015 to 2018. However, his inclination towards social change surfaced during his college years when he participated in the Community Connect Fellowship with the Blue Ribbon Movement in 2013, marking the inception of his volunteerism. Since then, he has remained actively engaged with the organisation, leveraging his skills and passion for community development.
With over three decades of experience in rural development, Sudarshan brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to his work. His journey has been dedicated to advocating for the rights of the poor and holding the state accountable while actively engaging in rural management and economic empowerment initiatives. As a first-generation farmer, Sudarshan has embraced a learn-by-doing approach, continually seeking innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by rural communities.
Sheena Gandhi is a communications specialist with more than 14 years of experience and has played an integral role in shaping the reputation of blue-chip brands and companies. Her core areas of expertise are influencer engagement, partnerships and strategy. She believes in passion with a purpose and continuous learning as key drivers in her career choices. She transitioned to the social sector in 2018 and is an advocate of partnerships. She is a co-founder of Sahayog Foundation, which focusses on fostering collaborations in the social sector.
Monisha Vemavarapu is a seasoned Development Professional and Youth Social Entrepreneur, boasting 14 years of experience as a facilitator. Her diverse portfolio includes working with adolescents, youth, teachers, police staff, NGOs, government entities, and corporate employees. Through her facilitation expertise, Monisha spearheads mindset and behavioural change initiatives, empowering young individuals to understand themselves within the context of prevalent social issues.
For 18 years, Sidharth has been a theatre activist raising awareness among his community to empower young girls and boys to develop agency and find livelihood sources suited to their interests. As a member of the chara community that sells liquor for a living, Sidharth began his career at the age of 8, beginning with street plays on child pornography and women's empowerment. As a youth leader in his community today, Sidharth mobilized funds to buy and use sanitizing machines in his attempt at relief work during COVID-19 in his district.
A dreamer, a reader, and a Delhite, Saloni is a Young India Fellow, Class of 2020 and an Economics graduate from Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi. She is someone who is always looking out for new things to try out, ideas to work on and finding people crazy enough to try them out with. From very early on, she has always been very firm on creating and walking on her path.
