About the webinar

This webinar is hosted by the Certificate Programme in Quantitative Analysis and Data Visualisation at Azim Premji University. The certificate programme aims to enhance the capacity of development sector professionals to analyse and interpret data, and communicate findings effectively.

In this webinar, we bring together three development practitioners working across diverse thematic areas — from rural livelihoods and climate resilience in Jharkhand, to public health in Delhi, to strategic philanthropy across India and South Asia. Drawing from their personal journeys and professional experiences, the speakers will reflect on how they engage with data in their day-to-day work, the challenges they have navigated, and how a formal grounding in quantitative data analysis has shaped the way they think and act.

The conversation will be moderated by Manjula M, faculty with the Azim Premji University.

Who should attend?

This webinar will be relevant for development sector professionals working across thematic areas including health, education, livelihoods, environment, gender, governance, and philanthropy — whether you are new to data or looking to deepen your existing practice.

Speakers

Shruti Patil | Manager, Catalytic Philanthropy, Dasra

Shruti has worked in the social sector for over a decade, anchoring complex national and regional projects that address systemic challenges in areas such as solid waste management, equitable education, and gender equality. She has collaborated with a wide range of stakeholders, including research organisations, bilateral and multilateral institutions, corporates, and civil society organisations, to drive large-scale social impact. Her expertise lies in strategic advisory, context-informed programme design, and managing high-stakes partnerships across India and South Asia.

Pushkar Arya | Executive, PRADAN

Pushkar has been associated with PRADAN (Professional Assistance for Development Action) for over four years, working closely with rural communities and local governance systems in Jaridih block of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. His work spans themes such as livelihoods and climate-resilient practices, including Integrated Natural Resource Management (INRM), watershed development, solar lift irrigation systems, and regenerative agriculture. He also works extensively with Panchayati Raj institutions, block-level and district-level stakeholders to translate development plans into action on the ground.

Anviti | Knowledge Management Associate, The Antara Foundation

Anviti is a public policy professional with six years of experience in the social sector. Currently based in Delhi, she works as a Knowledge Management Associate at The Antara Foundation, where she focuses on capturing, organising, and communicating evidence and learning from the organisation’s public health programmes.

Moderator

Manjula M, faculty at Azim Premji University.