MEET THE TEAM

Saroni is an Actor, Co-chair, Entertainment Diversity Committee & Federal Councillor – MEAA. A cancer survivor, facing invisible disabilities, she is a Body activist & DEI champion. Director, SRf Creatists, producers & ecosystem partners for global creative projects, she’s the Creator & Producer of Mahatma Peace Symposium, Super Naari - A Period Equity Initiative & Lashkaaraa Diwali Couture Show

Prateek is a seasoned IT professional with a career spanning over 20 years. He has worked with technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, HP, Dell and MongoDB, specializing in Cloud Architecture.

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Patricia was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2016 for her extensive contribution
and services to the International humanitarian aid and development sector. Currently the Partnership Development Manager with Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), advancing 2030 UN-Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Agenda.​​​

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Manu is a Canberra-based strategic advisor with more than a decade and a half of experience across public affairs, international relations, public policy, government relations, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability. His career spans senior roles in India's public service and Australian policy environments, including collaboration with UN bodies and international NGOs on sustainable development initiatives. He holds a Master of International Relations from ANU and has completed executive education at Harvard Kennedy School and Cambridge.

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Dr Aggarwal is a former Professor, Delhi University, Founder & President of Shanti Sahyog – a Gandhian NGO, Shanti Sahyog Centre for Nonviolence. A Gandhian scholar, she has also extended her understanding of Gandhi‘s ideology promoting his legacy of Nonviolent Conflict Resolution and vision of a World beyond War. ​

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Dr. Mukherjee was conferred with the highest civilian award, the Padma Shri for Medicine by the President of India in 2019. A leading medical practitioner, he has been treating poor patients free of charge and runs a low-cost pathology laboratory for the past 50 years in Ranchi, Jharkhand.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Amal brings a strong foundation in economics, data science, and business strategy to his role at SRf, where he focuses on building human resource potential to drive global peace initiatives. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Actuarial Science at the University of New South Wales, Amal is deeply committed to applying analytical excellence and innovative thinking to advance peace economics and sustainable development. Guided by a vision of creating equitable, data-informed solutions for global challenges, he channels his skills and leadership to support SRf’s broader mission. A proud recipient of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Silver Award, Amal is passionate about empowering communities and building a safer, fairer, and more sustainable world.

Ananya holds a Master of International Security with specialisation in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Sydney. Her work explores the intersection of human rights, gender justice, climate change, and migration—core themes in SRf’s mission to advance peace, equity, and community-centred research. Ananya has contributed to initiatives promoting gender equality, leadership inclusion, and evidence-based advocacy. She is committed to shaping people-focused policy approaches that support SRf’s vision of sustainable peace, social justice, and inclusive futures.

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Mannav is a Masters Student of Architecture at the University of Sydney’s School of Architecture, Design and Planning. In situ, he aims to explore the intersection between the built form and its governance. Social issues allow for this liminality to occur and hence why he devotes his time to volunteering to study the intricacies of the human tapestry.​​​​

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Alicia is a solution-focused finance leader who brings a strong foundation in financial management, budgeting, and acquisitions to her role as Finance & Treasury Lead at SRf, aligning financial strategy with SRf’s mission for social impact and sustainability. Currently pursuing Bachelor of Actuarial Studies/Commerce at the University of New South Wales, Alicia is passionate about data analysis, risk assessment, and mathematical modelling. Her commitment to continuous learning and purpose-driven leadership supports SRf’s vision of equity and innovation through data-informed financial strategies.

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Adarsh has a robust background in IT support, customer service, and sales. Adarsh managed IT support for clients across multiple regions such as Deloitte, while excelling in ServiceNow development and user acceptance testing. With a Masters in IT in Business Information Systems from the University of Technology Sydney, Adarsh received the prestigious Postgraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship and has made notable contributions by enhancing student experiences at UTS Careers

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Rushdifa holds a Degree in Law and Public Policy & Masters Degree in Social Justice from the University of Sydney. She is passionate about shaping young minds by teaching preschool children, combining her expertise in policy, human rights, and education to create meaningful change

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Sarah holds a Degree in Finance & Marketing from the University of Sydney. With a passion for digital marketing and financial planning, she is committed to driving community-engagement through innovative social media strategies. By blending her academic expertise with hands-on experience, Sarah works to create meaningful connections and foster positive change within multicultural, vulnerable societies.

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