ANUSHKA MEHER
Summary
DEI professional with around 2 years of experience in designing and implementing inclusive leadership programs and managing comprehensive diversity initiatives. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams and creating impactful content that drives measurable change through intersectional strategies. Holds dual Master’s degrees in Women’s Studies and Political Science, with expertise in gender research and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in project management, data analysis, and content creation, delivering results that enhance organizational diversity efforts.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
DEI Associate
Breath Beings
Bengaluru
09.2024 - Current
- Led Women Leadership Development and PoSH initiatives across corporate clients.
- Designed DEI workshops and awareness modules aligned with client objectives.
- Managed end-to-end project execution from client onboarding to post-intervention feedback.
- Drove content strategy for DEI campaigns, social media, and internal communications.
- Contributed to business development through proposal support and partnership outreach.
Corporate Relations Associate
Institute of Product Leadership
Bengaluru
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed placement and alumni engagement initiatives for executive education students.
- Organized webinars and industry panels to connect students with product leaders.
- Developed alumni newsletters, placement reports, and engagement frameworks to improve communication.
Research Intern
Konnifel
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted extensive research and analysis for the Humanities team.
- Completed assignments with a focus on qualitative research methods.
- Managed and organized databases for efficient information retrieval.
Intern
Delhi Commission for Women
New Delhi
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted comprehensive primary and secondary research.
- Prepared detailed reports and recommendations based on research findings.
- Collaborated with multiple Delhi Commission for Women cells on handling sensitive issues and supporting survivors.
Education
M.A. - Women's Studies
TATA Institute of Social Sciences
Hyderabad04.2024
M.A. - Political Science
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Hyderabad06.2023
B.A - Economics
Ferguson College
Pune07.2018
Skills
- DEI program development
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Policy and data analysis
- Statistical software (SPSS, STATA)
- Project management
- Social media and content strategy
Dissertation and Conference
Exploring the Institution of Marriage among the Tribal Communities of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, TATA Institute of Social Sciences
Presented my dissertation paper in 9th International Conference on Research in Humanities and Social Sciences (ICRHS), Cambridge, UK
Timeline
DEI Associate
Breath Beings
09.2024 - Current
Corporate Relations Associate
Institute of Product Leadership
04.2024 - 08.2024
Research Intern
Konnifel
04.2023 - 07.2023
Intern
Delhi Commission for Women
11.2022 - 12.2022
M.A. - Women's Studies
TATA Institute of Social Sciences
M.A. - Political Science
Indira Gandhi National Open University
B.A - Economics
Ferguson College