Visionary Leadership
Guided by revered trustees, dharmic mentors, and community leaders steering sacred initiatives and transparent trust governance.
CA Somdutt Lad
TrusteeMr. Somdutta Lad, a Chartered Accountant, commenced his career at HDFC Ltd. Yet, his commitment to rural India led him to join Yuva Mitra. There, he contributed significantly to projects spanning traditional irrigation revitalization, livelihood advancement, and Health & Nutrition Programs. A key player in cultivating Farmers Producer Organizations, he later founded Nutrisoul Foods & Services Pvt. Ltd., embodying the ethos of “Anna He Purna Brahma.” Under his leadership, the “Millet era” brand emerged, showcasing his steadfast commitment to organizational growth
Mr. Manab Bose
TrusteeMr. Manab Bose, a dedicated professor at IIM Udaipur, holds a Master’s degree in English from Jadavpur University. With diverse roles in GE, Colgate Palmolive India, and Bharat Petroleum, he co-founded the Parikrma Humanity Foundation, providing English medium education to over 2000 underprivileged students. His contributions to Yuva Mitra include advancing the Goat-Based Women Livelihood Program. A prolific researcher, his works, including “Public Leadership in the Public Sector,” are published in clinical journals. His memberships in international associations focus on organizational psychodynamics and psychoanalysis
Mrs. Manisha Pote
Executive Director & TrusteeMrs. Manisha, an accomplished professional with MA and MSW degrees, served as a college lecturer at the College of Social Work in Nashik for a year. Since 2001, she’s been an integral part of Yuva Mitra, contributing as Secretary and Program Director. During her tenure, she spearheaded impactful initiatives like Arogya Mitra and Sukanya, focusing on health and education for adolescent girls. Specializing in gender-based equality and women’s empowerment, she amplifies her impact as a master trainer in these vital fields. Her enduring commitment and multifaceted expertise significantly shape the organization’s initiatives for positive societal change
PROF. DR. SAMPAT KALE
TrusteeProf. Dr. Sampat, a distinguished development sociologist with a Ph.D. from the University of Pune, boasts over two decades in the sector and twelve years in academia. His impressive record includes eight books, three documentaries, and numerous articles on subjects like nomadic tribes, migration, and farmers’ suicides. A member of esteemed societies, including the Indian Sociological Society, he presently serves as a Senior Assistant Professor at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Tuljapur Campus. His role extends to being the Programme Convener for the MA/MSc in Sustainable Livelihoods and Natural Resources Governance program