DHIRAJ DINESH GOHIL
DEIC and Community Development Specialist
Kalyan East
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Operations & Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist with over a decade of experience in LGBTQ+ rights, public health, social impact programs, and corporate DEI strategies. Proven expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, policy implementation, and advocacy for marginalized communities. Passionate about driving inclusive workplace cultures, health equity, and community empowerment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Operations Director
Pride Business Network Foundation
02.2024 - Current
- Leading daily operations to drive efficiency, productivity, and service excellence
- Managing cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals and ensure compliance
- Overseeing budgeting, resource allocation, and performance tracking
- Strengthening partnerships to expand social entrepreneurship initiatives
Assistant Manager – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Pernod Ricard India
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Spearheaded the implementation of PRI’s IDE (Inclusion, Diversity & Equity) roadmap
- Conducted anti-bias training, inclusive hiring workshops, and gender sensitization programs
- Facilitated workplace anti-harassment, safeguarding, and respect policies
- Led advocacy campaigns and corporate partnerships to enhance LGBTQ+ inclusion
Clinic Coordinator
YRG Care
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: India’s First Transgender-Focused Healthcare Center
- Managed a 10+ member clinical team delivering healthcare, legal, and social services
- Designed innovative retention strategies for transgender healthcare and well-being
- Ensured seamless execution of USAID, PEPFAR, and Johns Hopkins-funded projects
- India’s First Transgender-Focused Healthcare Center
Project Manager / Director – LGBTQ+ & Public Health Initiatives
GAURAV Organization
08.2014 - 05.2021
- Led a multi-state initiative focused on mental health, financial literacy, and skill-building for LGBTQ+ individuals
- Managed HIV/AIDS prevention and STI intervention programs for LGBTQ+ communities in Mumbai
- Developed policy frameworks for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in urban and semi-urban Maharashtra
Peer Educator
The Humsafar Trust
01.2010 - 07.2014
- Connected LGBTQ+ individuals to HIV prevention, STI treatment, and social protection services
- Conducted health awareness programs and advocacy with healthcare providers and law enforcement
Education
Ph.D. - Biotechnology
Institute of Chemical Technology
01.2023 - Current
M.Sc. - Biotechnology
Institute of Science
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
Bhavan’s College
GATE Qualified - undefined
Skills
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Strategy
- LGBTQ & Gender Sensitization
- Project Management & Operations
- Public Health & HIV/AIDS Prevention
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Corporate Partnerships & CSR Initiatives
- Training & Capacity Building
- Policy Advocacy & Legal Frameworks
- Budgeting & Financial Planning
Certification
Inclusive Leadership & Workplace Sensitization Training, PRI
Research And Publications
Gohil, Dhiraj D., & Lele, S. S., 2014, Insoluble Vegetable Fiber as a Potential Functional Ingredient: In-vitro Studies on Hypoglycemic and Hypocholesterolemic Effect., American Journal of Food Science and Technology, 2, 2, 48-52
Pronouns
He/Him
Conferences And Presentations
- ILGA World Conference, 2016, Bangkok, Thailand, Presented at the Pre-Bisexual Conference on LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion.
- International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018), 2018, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Presented on 'Leaving No One Behind: Human Rights-Based Stigma Interventions for Youth'.
Timeline
Operations Director
Pride Business Network Foundation
02.2024 - Current
Ph.D. - Biotechnology
Institute of Chemical Technology
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Pernod Ricard India
07.2022 - 02.2024
Clinic Coordinator
YRG Care
06.2021 - 07.2023
Project Manager / Director – LGBTQ+ & Public Health Initiatives
GAURAV Organization
08.2014 - 05.2021
Peer Educator
The Humsafar Trust
01.2010 - 07.2014
M.Sc. - Biotechnology
Institute of Science
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
Bhavan’s College
GATE Qualified - undefined
Inclusive Leadership & Workplace Sensitization Training, PRI
Project Management in Public Health, USAID
Gender & Sexuality Sensitization, Johns Hopkins University
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