We are the next Generation and we care.
About our planet. About our people.
About the impact one act of kindness has
that changes lives forever.
The Ananya Birla Foundation was founded in 2020 during the peak of COVID, when hopelessness and loss were felt worldwide.
This was our chance to bring happiness, kindness and positivity to the world by building a foundation of trust, love, acceptance and respect for all.
About Us
What we
believe:
Our
Vision
Voicing and building awareness of causes on all spectrums and creating a safe, equanimous and stigma-free environment for the community
We are honest.
We are transparent.
We are committed.
We are compassionate.
we are unstoppable.
What we
live by:
Our
Values
What we do:
Our Work
RESEARCH
We aim to identify gaps in information and shed light on causes, risk factors and intervention strategies related to mental health conditions through a multidisciplinary approach. We collaborate with renowned experts, academic institutions, and research organizations to conduct evidence-based research. Our focus is to create positive change, improve lives, address societal challenges and drive progress.
AWARENESS
We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment where mental well-being is prioritised and stigma is eliminated. We hope to do this by raising awareness, providing education and promoting the understanding of mental health.
ADVOCACY
We believe in standing up for causes we believe in and amplifying the voices of the marginalised by collaborating with policymakers, community leaders and mental health organizations to push for meaningful and evidence-based reforms. We want to mobilise support for legislative change and engage in research, data analysis and partnerships to develop policy recommendations, especially to introduce mental fitness in school curriculums.
RECOGNITION
Our goal is to celebrate and honour those who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in areas such as advocacy, research, education and innovation by creating a platform to showcase success stories, share practices and inspire others through a community of like-minded individuals.
EDUCATION
Education is a powerful tool for empowering individuals to recognize mental health challenges and can empower individuals by providing knowledge and fostering growth. We hope to develop awareness repositories for mental health challenges in India and create toolkits to diagnose mild symptoms for mental health illness which can help redirect patients to the appropriate resources.
PARTNERSHIPS
Collaborations with like-minded partners can create significant and lasting impact hence we actively seek out collaborations with organizations that are at the forefront of innovation, research and advocacy in the mental health field. We provide grants to support innovative projects, research studies and community initiatives that align with our mission. By partnering with organizations and providing grants, we are able to broaden our reach and support initiatives that align with our values and goals.
Our Team
Introducing our exceptional team, driving forward the mission to shatter glass ceilings, challenge societal perceptions and foster a global culture of love, compassion and empowerment.
Siddhant
Khurana
Siddhant, a development management professional, co-founded a social enterprise focused on reducing mental health inequity in India.
His leadership led to successful initiatives recognised globally during the COVID-19 pandemic, earning him a place among the '50 Top Global Mental Health Leaders' by WMHC. He continues to support state governments in designing and implementing mental health programs for women and children. He has a deep interest in seeding systemic change through thoughtful and strategic collaborations.
Manya
Anand
Manya, has a Master's in Clinical Psychology. Driven by her passion for mental health and social work, she is eager to learn and adapt. She navigates new frontiers in the field of research and program design with deep enthusiasm. As part of the ABF team, Manya focuses her energy on impactful research, combining innovation with a commitment to realising social and collective well-being. Embracing challenges, she envisions a future where her work prioritizes mental health for all.
VP, Marketing &
communications
Ayesha
Khandelwal Shah
Ayesha is the echo of the foundation, she lives, breathes the ethos and has been part of our core team since the inception of the foundation in 2020.
A graduate from Imperial College of London with a degree in Biology and Management, Ayesha heads the Marketing and Communications of ABF handling everything from partnerships to outreach to our socials.
An unstoppable force full of passion and love, she hopes to empower and revise the narration on social issues around mental health.
VP, Operations
AKSHITA
SHAH
Akshita (a.k.a. Lola) has been the rock of ABF, a star at keeping everything together here and running day to day operations smoothly.
She has been Ananya’s manager since 2016 and is an absolute powerhouse of energy and focus.
Corporate
Strategist
Shruti
Upadhyaya
Shruti is a certified Strategy Management professional from IIM (Kozhikode), with a graduate degree in Economics (Hon.) and MBA in Marketing.
She comes with a professional experience of more than 12 years in business consulting, research, strategy support and business development consulting.
Shruti's unwavering dedication to creating profound social impact has fueled her involvement in transformative initiatives for the past four years.
The Ananya Birla Foundation is a non-profit organization registered under Section 8 of the Indian Companies Act, 2013.
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