Sohani Sirdeshmukh

I'm a global health and education professional, driven by a mission to empower communities. My background bridges both worlds, honed during 15 years working in teams across different sectors in health and infectious disease research, education and policy advocacy. 

 

I've worked on projects such as creating policy briefs on global child health advocacy campaigns, writing speeches for senior leadership for global health programs, balancing financial discrepancies by strategically communicating with stakeholders and designing qualitative and quantitative evaluations to assess program impact. These experiences instilled in me a deep appreciation for the power of knowledge and collaboration in tackling complex challenges. 

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Just like I leverage data to guide my work (it's my compass!), I leverage empathy and storytelling to translate complex topics into engaging content. For example, I was integral to the team that developed science and environmental health content for middle and high school teachers in low-resourced school in India. I increased student engagement by using local stories and examples of how environmental changes were impacting their communities.

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Whether I'm pounding the pavement during a marathon or exploring a new corner of the world, I'm hardwired to be better. Through my travels, I've gained a deep appreciation for different cultures, and my mission is to bridge the gap in knowledge and resources that can empower communities to become self-reliant. Building strong relationships is at the heart of everything I do. ​

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I'm open to collaborations and writing opportunities – let's connect!​​​