Our Team
We have a committed team of professionals and grassroots practitioners who bring together experience in education, community development, mental health, research, leadership, and social inclusion. Our team works closely with communities to design and implement programmes that respond to local needs and create sustainable opportunities for adolescent girls and underserved communities.
Dr. USMAN MEHANDI
Dr. USMAN MEHANDI
Dr. Usman Mehandi is a social work researcher, educator, and development professional with experience in education, youth development, mental health, and social inclusion. A first-generation scholar from a rural background, his work is rooted in educational equity, social justice, and creating opportunities for marginalized young people.
RANI
RANI
Rani is a grassroots development practitioner with more than two decades of experience working with women, adolescent girls, and marginalised communities. Her work spans girls’ education, women’s empowerment, health and hygiene, WASH, community mobilisation, and prevention of domestic violence.
FAIZAN MANIYAR
FAIZAN MANIYAR
Faizan Maniyar is a social impact practitioner and mental health advocate passionate about youth development, mental well-being, and community engagement. His work focuses on building confidence, resilience, leadership, and supportive spaces for adolescents and young people.
KRISHNA
KRISHNA
Krishna holds an M.Sc. and M.Ed. and has five years of teaching experience, including two years with Panth. A first-generation learner himself, he is passionate about education and particularly advocates for greater participation of girls in STEM education.
RAVEENA
RAVEENA
Raveena returned to education after an eight-year gap with the support of Panth and is currently working as a strong team member. Drawing from her own journey, she works with rural girls who have dropped out of school, encouraging them to return to education and develop their aspirations and leadership. She hopes to become a development professional and work for girls’ education.