Our Team
Our team
“TEAM WORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK”
Mr. Virender K. Jha
Founder & Convener
Mr. Virender K. Jha is a visionary social development professional with over 20 years of leadership experience in institution building, child rights, women empowerment, labour rights, and sustainable community development. He has dedicated his career to improving the lives of vulnerable children, adolescents, migrant workers, and women employed in the apparel and textile sector.
Having spent more than 18 years in the apparel industry across India and international markets, he possesses a unique understanding of global supply chains, ethical sourcing, labour compliance, and responsible business practices. This industry expertise enables him to bridge the gap between corporate responsibility and grassroots social impact.
He has successfully led numerous initiatives on child labour elimination, child remediation, factory remediation, education, skill development, community health, gender equality, livelihood promotion, and stakeholder engagement. His work focuses on creating sustainable partnerships between communities, government agencies, international brands, factories, and civil society organizations.
ALPNA JHA
CO-FOUNDER & Educationist
B.A. (Hons.), Lady Shri Ram College
M.A., Hindu College
B.Ed. | M.Ed., University of Delhi
An accomplished educationist, social development practitioner, counsellor, and trainer, she has extensive experience in education, gender equality, child protection, and community empowerment. As the Co-Founder of AIDER, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s vision of inclusive, equitable, and child-friendly communities.
She is a respected resource person on the POSH Act, 2013, and the POCSO Act, 2012, conducting awareness programmes, capacity-building workshops, and training for educational institutions, NGOs, factories, and community groups.
With a strong belief that education is the foundation of social transformation, she champions holistic learning that integrates life skills, child protection, gender sensitivity, mental well-being, and community participation.
Shruti Jha
MEDIA MANAGER
With an academic background in Biotechnology from Amity University, Noida, and schooling from Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, New Delhi, she has built her professional journey in the field of biological sciences and public service. She formerly served as a Biologist at the National Institute of Biologicals (NIB), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, where she contributed to scientific and healthcare-related initiatives.
Currently serving as the Media Manager at AIDER, she is responsible for managing the organization’s media communications, public outreach, and digital presence. She plays a key role in promoting AIDER’s mission, creating awareness about its initiatives, and strengthening engagement with stakeholders through effective communication and media strategies.
Ms. Damini Goswami
Chief Operating Officer
B.A. (Hons.) Economics, University of Delhi
M.Com., University of Delhi
Master of Social Work (MSW)
UGC-NET Qualified | Ph.D. Scholar
With extensive experience in education, women empowerment, child protection, skill development, livelihoods, and sustainable community development, she leads AIDER’s programme planning, implementation, monitoring, and strategic operations. She has successfully managed CSR initiatives, government collaborations, factory remediation programmes, and institutional partnerships, while working closely with corporate partners, donor agencies, government departments, educational institutions, and local communities. She also leads POSH awareness, child safeguarding, digital literacy, and vocational training initiatives, ensuring sustainable and inclusive social impact.
Vaibhav Jha
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
SAP Certified – SAP S/4HANA
With a strong academic foundation in Computer Science Engineering and certification in SAP S/4HANA, he possesses expertise in modern enterprise technologies and digital solutions. His technical interests include software development, business process automation, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and technology-driven innovation. At AIDER, he contributes to strengthening the organization’s digital capabilities by supporting technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency, data management, and organizational processes.
Divya
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Masters in Economics (with specialization in Econometrics)
-Worked in Jharkhand Economic Survey 2016-17
-Worked as Financial Consultant in HDFC life
-Worked as Research Assistant in UNICEF and EPRI project collaborated with IHD
-Conducted several factory remediation programs and investigations
-Worked as Research Head in the project “Promoting safe migration in garment supply chain” sponsored by British High Commission and Marks & Spencer
MR. RAJESHWAR RAO
DIRECTOR LEGAL CELL
B.Sc., M.A(Geo.),LL.B University Of Delhi ,Sr. Supreme Court Lawyer