Payal brings over 13 years of expertise in advancing gender equality, advocating for racial equity, and empowering marginalized and underrepresented communities in both India and Hong Kong. She actively supports and empowers youth-led initiatives and promotes learner-led approaches. At Resolve, she oversees the Opportunity Fund, a seed-grant initiative aimed at supporting community changemakers who often face challenges in accessing the necessary resources to get their projects off the ground. Previously, she worked at Hong Kong Unison, a grassroots NGO, in different roles of community organizing, youth development, and policy advocacy. She understands the importance of empowering people to realize their rights and giving them the opportunity to participate in society.
Born and raised in India, Payal studied at the Delhi University. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Nonprofit Management at HKU as a part-time student. Outside of work, she loves to read fiction, meditate, and explore new places to eat. Payal completed the OSC/UBS NGO Leadership Program in 2020 and is excited to return as a Mentor for the 2024 cohort.
