Languages Spoken: English, Hindi
Having been a part of the development and education sector for over 12 years, Deeksha joined EMpower as the Senior Programme Officer, India in October 2022. As the SPO, Deeksha manages grantmaking for the Economic Well-Being Portfolio and strengthening of the alumni network in India. and Prior to this, she was heading the Social Inclusion Department of Shiv Nadar Schools, where she worked towards the creation of an inclusive community within and outside the institution through experiential and travel-based interventions.
Deeksha started her journey in the development sector with Swechha-We for Change Foundation and worked closely with children, women, and young people on Education, Environment, and Entrepreneurship issues. Over the course of the last decade, she has represented the organisations she has worked with at national and international forums such as BRICS Youth Summit, National Curriculum training, and Asia-Pacific Schools Initiative.
She finds joy and a sense of stability in working with young people, spending time with her plants, and exploring forests and mountains.
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