While pursuing her master’s in Marathi literature, Shrutika became a PUKAR Youth Fellow,
completed a diploma in Marathi journalism at St. Xavier’s College and an advance level course of
Indian Society for Applied Behaviour Sciences (ISABS), thus giving her the edge to become a
facilitator. With a deep familiarity with her native Girangaon, Shrutika became one of the 5 main
researchers for the now famous project of Mythology of Mumbai that was ultimately exhibited in
the prestigious Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya of Mumbai. Her rich contribution
to exploring slum health issues has led to her co-authoring six papers in international peer
reviewed journals and she has successfully presented those at international conferences
including Harvard University.
Shrutika joined as a co-director for Digital Literacy project that was initiated in 2014 in the
Adivasi block of Palghar district that 5 years later led to launching a significant project of
Strengthening Local Democracy in Vikramgarh, thus working with the Panchayat Raj Initiative
(PRI). In addition, she has been supporting a team of Adivasi facilitators who have been
inculcating gender responsive behaviour in students for Ashramshala. These total ten years of
experience in various life struggles of these deeply marginalized Adivasi villagers has given
Shrutika proficiency in comprehending the difficulties of daily life of these communities and the
possible solutions to ease their struggles in small but meaningful ways. In this process Shrutika
has successfully built cordial relationship with the top notch government officers of different
departments of the district Palghar who support her various activities, thus helping to enhance
the impact she strives to achieve.
Ahtesham, an ambitious and curious individual, joined PUKAR as a Youth Fellow in 2017 focusing his research on the issue of Triple Talaq. Known for his exceptional listening skills and sharp critical thinking, he has effectively contributed to the discussions and initiatives at PUKAR. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Master's degree in Political Science and International Relations. Apart from his professional life, Ahtesham enjoys reading autobiographies and has a keen interest in International Relations. Currently Ahtesham is working as a Content Writer at PUKAR dedicated to make a positive impact in the social field.
Possessing experience of 38 years in the field of accounts, Dilip Makwana serves his expertise as the Assistant- Accounts at PUKAR. He has previously worked with export/import companies, engineering and construction companies, etc. His desire to learn accounting for a trust led him to join PUKAR.
Sanjay Ajagekar has over 15 years of experience in the field of Accounts Management, specializing in the administration of charitable trusts. At PUKAR, he oversees key financial operations, liaises with statutory auditors to finalize audits and is responsible for filing trust returns with the concerned departments. Sanjay has extensive expertise in legal compliances including F.C.R.A. and NGO governance, having worked with several reputed organizations in the development sector. His hobbies include swimming and travelling. Sanjay looks forward to continuing making a positive impact in the social sector with
his financial expertise.
Shahazade first engaged with PUKAR as a Youth Fellow from 2011- 2012. Impressed by the congenial working environment in PUKAR and armed with his MBA degree as well as experience as Research Assistant for 1.5 years at TISS, Shahazade found PUKAR to be a perfect place to contribute his proficiency and build his own capacities further. He heads the HR Department at PUKAR, continuing to extend his administrative expertise in PUKAR’s smooth functioning and keeps the team on the track of meeting various deadlines. Reports etc all the time. From creating excellent HR Policies, MoUs and keeping track of legal and fiscal documentations, Shahazade ensures that all aspects of PUKAR’s organizational mandates are fulfilled accurately, effectively and efficiently.
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