Sejal Desai, Executive Director, Akanksha Education Fund Inc
- Sejal is the executive director of the Akanksha Education Fund Inc.
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Overview
After a thriving corporate career, Sejal Desai found her “midlife clarity moment” — shifting from profit to purpose. As Executive Director of the Akanksha Education Fund, she empowers children in India to break the cycle of poverty through transformative education. Her journey proves that meaning, not money, drives lasting impact.
00:34- About Sejal Desai
- Sejal is the executive director of the Akanksha Education Fund Inc.
12:21- How has technology transformed Akanksha after the pandemic?
- Bridged digital gaps by providing devices and training teachers in blended learning to ensure access for all students.
- Personalized learning through technology integration, supporting both teachers and students in classrooms.
- Strengthened connections by using digital tools to link alumni with mentors, while keeping human relationships central to education.
17:12- What challenges do you face working with the government?
- Akanksha works within the confines of government school systems, which can limit flexibility and innovation.
- Coordination and collaboration with municipal bodies require continuous alignment and shared accountability.
- Despite challenges, Akanksha focuses on strengthening partnerships and sharing best practices to improve public education quality nationwide.
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Learn more about Sejal Desai: LinkedIn
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