About Vikasam Seva Foundation

Ganesh Bhat V,  is the Executive Director of Vikasam Seva Foundation and has about 22 years of experience in Education, Training ,Care and Support for People with Disabilities, expertise in mainstreaming of children with disabilities. He has also worked in the area of Social Science Research, rehabilitation of street children, prevention of HIV/AIDS. Ganesh Bhat has a Masters in Social Work and a Post Graduation Diploma in Human Resource Management.

Dharmaprasad Rai, is a senior CSR and developmental sector professional with about 2 decades of rich experience in public health , education and CSR domains. Had worked with Clinton Foundation, Azim Premji Foundation, PSI, GIZ etc. And currently with Essilor India managing the operations of Essilor Vision Foundation as a senior Manager.MPhil,MSW, PGDPMIR,Master Trainer on Life Skills, Master Trainer on HIV/AIDS Education

G S Gopal is a highly accomplished public health and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) professional with over 21 years of experience in leadership roles. Specialize in establishing partnerships with government and non-government organizations, as well as large Public and Private Sector Undertakings, to drive CSR initiatives. Had worked with OTTO BILZ India Private Limited, Belgaum Integrated Rural Development Society (BIRDS), Population Services International (PSI), LANCO Infratech Limited, Sobha Developers. Currently with Ipas Development Foundation, leading the Family Planning Programs implemented in 12 states as Regional Director- Programs. He holds a Master’s in Social Work (MSW), and a Post-Graduation Diploma in Personal Management and Industrial Relations (PGDPM & IR).

Harish Jogi, a seasoned professional with more than 20 years of experience in social impact project management with leading non-profit organizations, government agencies and UN organizations.  Harish is an expert in facilitating and forging partnerships with Government and Non-Government organizations, large scale Public and Private Sector Undertakings and Government Agencies. He has facilitated rescue of more than 20,000 out of school children, who were brought back to school. He has effectively prevented more than 1500 child marriages. He has lead key role in creating child protection structure at various levels and building their capacity, through leading a child protection program in Karnataka State of India.