Mr. Sathish K. N brings over 16 years of dedicated experience in promoting gender equity, workplace well-being, and community resilience. As the Founder and President of The DISHA Foundation, he leads transformative initiatives that empower workers and their families, strengthen partnerships, and cultivate sustainable, inclusive workplaces that create meaningful and lasting social impact.

Mrs. Rashmi H, a Bachelor of Commerce graduate, brings a strong background in education through her experience as a teacher. She is deeply committed to the development and empowerment of marginalized communities, with a particular focus on women and adolescents. As Secretary of The DISHA Foundation, she leverages her expertise to promote awareness, inclusion, and social change at the community level, driving initiatives that create meaningful and lasting impact.

Mr. Vijaya Kumar B is a seasoned finance, commercial, and audit professional with over 13 years of experience. Holding an MBA, he brings strong expertise in stakeholder management, financial systems, and program leadership. Passionate about women’s empowerment, he actively supports Self-Help Groups (SHGs), guiding women in maintaining financial records, starting small enterprises, and developing entrepreneurial skills that lead to sustainable livelihoods.

Mr. Mesthrappa M is a practicing lawyer with more than 20 years of experience and a deep commitment to social justice, women’s rights, and environmental sustainability. His advocacy for farmers’ welfare and community development has strengthened grassroots initiatives promoting equity and sustainable growth. As a Board Advisor, he provides valuable legal and strategic guidance to support the Foundation’s mission and governance.

Ashwini collaborates with The DISHA Foundation as a Gender and Workplace Well-being Consultant. She brings over 15 years of experience in workplace training and development, with a focus on Gender Equity, POSH, Life Skills, and Health & Hygiene. Fluent in Kannada and Hindi, she leads training programs for migrant workers and fosters inclusive, empowering workplace environments.

Jayaraj collaborates with The DISHA Foundation as a Training and Development Consultant. With over 23 years of experience in education, training, and human resource development, he brings deep expertise in Employability, Financial Literacy, and Life Skills programs. Fluent in Kannada, Tamil, and English, Jayaraj is known for his dynamic facilitation style, practical approach, and strong commitment to empowering communities through learning and development.

William collaborates with The DISHA Foundation as a Program Consultant. With over 12 years of experience in the development sector, he brings strong expertise in Monitoring & Evaluation and training, with a specific focus on Financial Literacy and Women’s Empowerment. Fluent in English and Telugu, William is passionate about designing inclusive, data-driven programs that create measurable and sustainable social impact.

Padmavathi collaborates with The DISHA Foundation as a Program Consultant. With over 13 years of experience in worker well-being programs across Tamil Nadu, she leads facilitator teams and delivers impactful training on Life Skills, Financial Health, Gender Equity, and POSH. Fluent in Tamil, Padmavathi combines deep local insight with a strong commitment to advancing social change and workplace empowerment.

Diksha K collaborates with The DISHA Foundation as a Program Consultant. With over two years of experience in the development sector, Diksha brings strong expertise in training, with a particular focus on Women’s Empowerment and facilitating drama-based programs for school children. Fluent in Kannada, English and Hindi, Diksha leads training programs for migrant workers and has hands-on experience in understanding their needs and supporting them in adapting to urban work and living environments. Diksha is passionate about designing inclusive and participatory learning experiences and brings a unique strength through a strong background in theatre and performance, using creative methods to drive engagement and meaningful impact.

Ruth Stanley collaborates with The DISHA Foundation as a Master Trainer – Workplace Well-being Consultant. She brings over 18 years of extensive experience in workplace training and development, with strong expertise in Gender Equity, POSH, Life Skills, and Health & Hygiene. Ruth is passionate about training and adopts multiple participatory methodologies to ensure meaningful engagement and effective implementation of training programs. Fluent in Tamil and English, she delivers impactful training programs across corporate, factory, and community settings, fostering inclusive, respectful, and healthy workplace environments while empowering individuals and teams to thrive.