Prof (Dr) Shalini Verma 'Lifoholic Shalini' Drinking 'LIFE' Sip-by-sip® — Founder
As Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of SAMVAW Foundation, I lead our mission to drive meaningful social change in quality education and gender equality, aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4 and 5. Through seven impactful projects, SAMVAW Foundation conducts Sustainability Awareness Campaigns, Environmental Education, and Green Skills training, empowering communities to become resilient, informed, and self-sufficient, addressing both immediate needs and long-term sustainability. In my role as Director – Innovations and Strategy at Books33, the publishing division of Aadya Green Gifting Pvt. Ltd., I specialize in creating children’s books that emphasize sustainability and green education. This work helps nurture eco-conscious readers and future leaders committed to environmental stewardship and social responsibility. With 81 published books, I am an award-winning author focused on social impact, education, and leadership. My teaching and mentoring roles at global institutions like Ohio University (US), ISTAO Ancona (Italy), and premier Indian management institutes, including the IIMs, have cultivated future leaders with a growth mindset and practical skill sets. My multidisciplinary academic background spans a Master’s in English Literature, Human Rights, Journalism, and Mass Communication, along with a Bachelor of Education. This is further enriched by certifications in Design Thinking, Training & Development, Business Management, Happiness Coaching, Screenwriting, Acting, and Smartphone Filmmaking. Professional Qualifications and Certifications: I am an IICA Certified ESG Professional Impact Leader, CSR Professional, and Certified Independent Director on the Boards of multiple purpose-driven MNCs, with expertise in sustainability and social impact governance. Additionally, I hold a certification in Management of Social Initiatives from IIM Kozhikode, grounding my approach in ethical, socially responsible leadership and ensuring SAMVAW Foundation meets global standards of sustainability, ethics, and impact. Social and Philanthropic Commitment: As an organ donor with the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO), I demonstrate my commitment to healthcare advancement and life-saving initiatives, reflecting my belief in individual action for collective good. Expanding Knowledge Through Writing and Education: Through my books and global teaching experience, I promote critical thinking, social responsibility, and leadership, creating a network of change-makers who lead with purpose and integrity.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in social impact and education, specializing in sustainability and community empowerment.
Location: Delhi, India
Experience: 13 yrs 10 mos
Skills
- Esg Integrated Csr
- Project Management
- Green Education
- Youth Empowerment
- Women's Empowerment
- Community Support
- Capacity Building
- Corporate Partnerships
- Book Publishing
- Strategic Vision And Planning
Career Highlights
- Founder of SAMVAW Foundation driving social change.
- Award-winning author with 81 published books.
- Expert in ESG and sustainability governance.
Work Experience
Books33 India
Director - Innovations & Strategy (2 yrs 5 mos)
SAMVAW Foundation
Founder & Chief Visionary Officer (3 yrs 2 mos)
SamvaadShaalaa
Director of Project Management (2 yrs 9 mos)
SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)
Professor of Communication (4 yrs 2 mos)
Indian Institute of Management Rohtak
Professor of Communication (Visiting) (1 yr 6 mos)
T.A.Pai Management Institute, Manipal
Professor of Communication (Visiting) (2 yrs)
Indian Institute of Management Raipur
Professor - WAC - Written Analysis & Communication (Visiting) (11 mos)
ISTAO - Istituto Adriano Olivetti
Adjunct Faculty (1 yr 4 mos)
Ohio University
Asst Professor - Communication (2 yrs)
SP Jain School of Global Management - Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore & Sydney
Visiting Professor (1 yr 3 mos)
Education
IICA Certified ESG Professional-Impact Leader Programme at Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs
Management of Social Initiatives at Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
Trainer & Coach Module of Science of Happiness at Berkley Institute of Well-being, California
PhD at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University
MA Journalism & Mass Communication at Madurai Kamaraj University, Tamil Nadu
MA in Human Rights at Pondicherry Central University, Puducherry
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) at Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)
