“…I was fortunate to access the right social support and assistive technologies that empowered me to realize my potential. But I know that millions—especially persons with disabilities, women, and other marginalized genders and communities—still face systemic barriers every day.
At Diversync, we’re working to change that by bridging people with possibilities—advancing equity, accessibility, and inclusion at every level of society…”
“… Over the past two decades working in the social sector, I’ve witnessed the resilience and potential within communities that are too often overlooked—children, persons with disabilities, and those pushed to the margins due to gender or circumstance. My journey has been shaped by empathy, persistence, and a deep commitment to equity. At Diversync, we are working to turn inclusion into action—by connecting people with the tools, support, and opportunities they deserve…”
“… As a queer person, I have both experienced and witnessed how members of the LGBTQ+ community are often denied dignity, safety, and opportunity. Our voices are silenced, and our rights routinely overlooked. My journey as a researcher and social worker has been shaped by a deep commitment to equity, justice, and inclusion—and a determination to challenge and transform these discriminatory systems. At Diversync, we stand in solidarity with marginalized communities and are committed to co-creating systems where every identity is respected, valued, and empowered…”
Mansoor Ali K
Co-Director, Diversync Foundation
Disability Rights Advocate | Inclusive Development Leader | CSR & Social Impact Strategist
👤 About the Director
Mansoor Ali K is an award-winning inclusive development professional with over 9 years of experience in the social sector, CSR, and disability rights. As the Founding Director of Diversync Foundation, he combines lived experience, academic depth, and grassroots leadership to drive systemic inclusion.
He holds a Master’s in Social Work (Disability Studies & Action) from TISS, Mumbai, and is UGC-NET/JRF qualified. Mansoor has led key programs at Save the Children India and currently serves as Manager – Operations & Partnerships at KVS Charitable Trust, Bangalore.
His work focuses on disability inclusion, assistive tech advocacy, gender equity, and CSR strategy, especially for children, gender-diverse individuals, and marginalized communities.
💥 Core Strengths
- Inclusive Program Design & M&E
- Disability & Gender Inclusion
- CSR Partnerships & Donor Engagement
- Assistive Technology Advocacy
- Policy, Compliance & Community Mobilization
🏆 Recognitions
- Functional Excellence Award, Save the Children (2023)
- South Indian Specially Abled Award, Akkara Foundation (2021)
- Speaker, Josh Talks Malayalam
- Contestant, Oru Kodi (Flowers TV)
🧭 Vision for Diversync
“To build systems where no one is excluded, and access to education, technology, and dignity is a right, not a privilege.”
Brisla Rani S
Co-Director, Diversync Foundation
Disability Rights Advocate |Gender & WASH Specialist | Capacity Builder | Social Work Educator
👤 About the Director
Brisla Sheruba Rani is a seasoned social work professional with over 20 years of experience across government, national, and international development agencies. Her career has spanned program management, technical advisory, and field leadership—especially in areas of gender equity, WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene), and community empowerment.
She has supported NGOs and development stakeholders in programme design, implementation, capacity building, and M&E, along with leading the development of training manuals on WASH, life skills, and counselling. Brisla brings a rare combination of grassroots understanding and strategic leadership, making her a trusted mentor, trainer, and collaborator.
She is a certified UGC-NET-qualified social work educator, with significant work published and field training experience, particularly in counselling, participatory rural appraisal (PRA), and behavioural change communication.
💥 Core Strengths
- Strategic & Operational Programme Management
- WASH Systems & Community Mobilisation
- Training & Curriculum Development
- Counselling Skills for Communities
- Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Gender & Life Skills Education
- PRA & Behaviour Change Communication Tools
🤝 Networks & Affiliations
Brisla is actively involved in development and humanitarian networks, including:
- RSEEDS
- Humanitarian Aid Development
- Help for the Helpless Trust, Tamil Nadu
Her writing on water and sanitation has been featured in the “Vasantham Varugirathu” newsletter (Kancheepuram District WASH Mission).
📚 Academic Credentials
- UGC-NET Qualified – Social Work
- Advanced trainings in PRA, community counselling, and participatory programme design
Catherine Elisa John
Co-Director, Diversync Foundation
Social Worker and Social Science Researcher | Gender, Mental health | social inclusion
👤 About the Director
Catherine Elisa John is a committed social worker and social science researcher working at the intersections of gender, mental health, and social inclusion. Currently pursuing an ESRC-funded PhD at the University of Nottingham, her research explores mental health recovery and homelessness among women in India, through an intersectional feminist lens.
With deep roots in grassroots practice, Catherine has worked with organisations in India on mental health, education, and community development, bringing field-based insights into her academic work. Her dual grounding in research and community engagement fuels her mission to develop inclusive, practice-informed interventions.
As a queer professional, her advocacy is personal and political—driven by lived experience and a vision of equity, justice, and care.
💥 Core Strengths
- Intersectional Research & Feminist Analysis
- Community-Based Mental Health Practice
- Queer Rights & Inclusive Advocacy
- Policy-Linked Knowledge Building
- Training & Participatory Research Methods
🧭 Role at Diversync Foundation
As Co-Director, Catherine leads initiatives around:
- Mental health research & advocacy
- Queer inclusion & rights
- Training and community knowledge development
Her focus is on building inclusive systems that are rooted in community realities and shaped by lived experiences.