Jyoti Sharma is a seasoned development leader with over 25 years’ experience in driving transformative change across diverse sectors.With a Master’s in Social Work from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, she has developed expertise in areas such as gender equality, child rights, education, health, livelihoods, disaster management, climate change, and regenerative agriculture.

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Throughout her career, Jyoti has collaborated with leading global development organizations across India and South Asia, including the European Commission, World Resources Institute, Oxfam, Action Aid, Save the Children, Magic Bus Foundation, and more recently, the Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA).

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Jyoti has been instrumental in shaping the organizations' strategic vision and driving their growth. Over the past decade, she has excelled in building high-performing teams, developing innovative strategies, leading policy advocacy, managing operations, and strengthening organizational capacity.

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Her leadership has been pivotal in spearheading successful program development, fundraising efforts, and fostering impactful partnerships that have made a lasting difference both in India and globally. Known for her ability to drive systemic change, Jyoti brings a results-oriented approach to advancing sustainable development goals through collaboration and innovation.

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In addition to her executive leadership, Jyoti is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of development professionals, empowering them to hone their skills and create meaningful contributions to the sector.

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Beyond her professional achievements, Jyoti is an avid history enthusiast and a passionate traveler, always eager to explore new cultures and gain diverse global perspectives. Her intellectual curiosity and commitment to personal growth fuel her dedication to driving positive, lasting change in the development sector.

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