Priyanka Devani

Brief Biography:

International development leader, founder and board chair specialising in education and women's rights programming, policy and strategy. Held senior leadership roles in high-profile organizations, advising UK and overseas governments, educational institutions, civil society organizations, multilateral agencies, and the private sector. Brings a collaborative, inclusive and entrepreneurial approach to working with teams and building partnerships across the sector, firmly believing in the power of education and gender equality to drive positive change. Deeply committed to various social causes, serving as the Chair of Trustees at Solace Women’s Aid, and founding the Silk Road Music Group, an international foundation which supports cross-cultural exchange, and creative arts therapy for marginalized communities

Areas of Expertise:

Girls education, VAWG, Disability inclusion, Humanitarian programming, Inclusive tech, Early Years, Creative arts education

Contact Info:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyanka-devani/
Email: priyanka.devani@silkroadmusicgroup.com

Adolescent Girls, VAWG, Climate change, Education, SDGs, Advocacy, Conflict resolution, Engaging men, Gender mainstreaming, Gender training, Gender responsive budgets, Facilitation, Humanitarian, Org. mainstreaming, Proposal writing, Programming, SRHR, Social norms, Strategy development, Women's Peace & Security, Womens' leadership, Women's participation, Women's rightsGADN Coordinator