Can you solve India's education puzzle?

Join us in this insightful episode of Chat Masala, where Rahul Subramaniam, co-founder of Athena Education, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Shaveta Sharma-Kukreja, MD & CEO of Central Square Foundation. With an impressive career journey encompassing key roles at Citibank and BCG, she now leads impactful initiatives in the development and education sector. We're exploring the intricacies of solving education problems in India, Shaveta's successful career in development, the challenges of transitioning from corporate to the nonprofit sector, and key insights into systemic reform, bridging implementation gaps, and the impact of the National Education Policy 2020 and COVID on education. Gain valuable advice on career growth, the importance of a human brand, and how individuals can make a meaningful difference by engaging with state solutions.

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Timestamps ⏱️ 00:00 - 00:24 Preview 00:25 - 01:09 Introduction 01:10 - 04:16 Leap from corporate career to development sector 04:17 - 07:32 Navigating your career crossroads 07:33 - 12:30 Why the intent of learning is important? 12:31- 16:14 Philanthropy in India 16:15- 19:56 Strategic system reform at Central Square Foundation 19:57 - 25:11 Assessing educational gaps 25:12 - 29:10 Evaluation and engagement at administration level 29:11 - 39:24 Case of UP and Haryana (what is our role?) 39:25 - 41:06 3 skills you need in 2023 41:07: 43:34 Rapid fire

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