our board
Siddharth Shukla
Board Member
Siddharth Shukla, a Chartered Accountant with over 9 years of experience, specialises in Financial Management, Risk Assessments, SOPs, Controls, and Internal Audits. With post-qualification certifications from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, he has significant experience in the FMCG and NPO sectors. Formerly Sr Associate Head of Finance (India) at STIR Education, he now directs the FinOps function at Schools and Teachers Innovating for Results (India), driving financial efficiency and operational excellence.
Swaha Sahoo
Director
Swaha is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in creating social impact. As Director at the Centre for Intrinsic Motivation, she advises on large-scale behavior change initiatives. Formerly, she was Country Director (India) at STiR Education and led the Parag Initiative at Tata Trusts, enhancing children’s literature and reading culture across eight states. A World Bank scholar with a degree from the University of Sussex, she is dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and resilience in young people.
our Team
Kavita Ghosh
Associate Head- Design & Programme Readiness
Kavita, an advocate for quality and equitable education, has extensive experience as a teacher and pursued higher education focused on field experiences and critical reflection among student-teachers. Currently, she is the Associate Head in the Design & Programme Readiness vertical at the Centre for Intrinsic Motivation. Kavita has previously worked with NCERT and the University of Delhi. Her research is featured in prestigious national and international journals and edited volumes, showcasing her passion for learning and educational excellence.
Shadab Ahmed
Associate Head - Delhi
Shadab has nearly 20 years of experience in the development sector, focusing on education, livelihoods, and health. He excels in system reforms, low-cost education solutions, and Ed-tech integration. Shadab has led initiatives like Learning with Vodafone and the Institute of Livelihood Education. Currently heading CIM’s Delhi programs, he has worked with Pratham, Aide-et-Action, ICFAI University, and Altius College. With experience across 10 states, he is known for designing innovative, sustainable solutions and his collaborative leadership.
Karthigeyan R
Associate Head - Karnataka
Karthigeyan R, Associate Head (Programme) in Karnataka, has extensive experience across education, factories, software, corporate, government, NGOs, and educational institutes. Focused on capacity building for state and district officers, he has significantly contributed to teacher education reform and government-led educational projects. Driven by a passion for enhancing education quality, Karthigeyan believes in the power of human connection. Leveraging his diverse expertise, he is dedicated to driving meaningful change in educational programs, aiming for a brighter future for all stakeholders.