THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MISSION
Our Team
Aditya Mishra
Child Rights & Program Strategy · 20+ years
CO- FOUNDER
Seasoned expert in the nonprofit, CSR, and philanthropic sectors, specialising in sustainability, rehabilitation, and literacy. Has led large-scale programs for community development and rehabilitation of marginalized populations, including work with Bachpan Bachao Andolan under Kailash Satyarthi's movement. His expertise spans program design, grant management, strategic partnerships, and operational excellence.
Paroma
Strategic Communications & Government Affairs · 18+ years
CO- FOUNDER
Leads communications for over 250 civil society organisations working on child protection across India, Kenya, and the US. Specialises in campaign management, brand strategy, and international relations — with experience engaging governments, media, and corporates at bilateral and international levels. Known for empathetic leadership and the ability to build trust with stakeholders across sectors.
Amar Lal
Child Rights Lawyer & Lived Experience Leader
CO- FOUNDER
Former child labourer rescued at age 6 from the sandstone sector — now a practising child rights lawyer and advocate. Brings irreplaceable lived experience to KnowPro's mission, working to formalise India's natural stone sector and eliminate bonded and child labour through domestic and international advocacy. Engages with global human rights due diligence legislation to push for systemic reform and worker formalisation.
Kalpesh Dobal
Child Protection, Education & Gender Equality · 10+ years
PROGRAM LEAD
Brings a decade of experience designing and implementing programs across child rights, education, health, and livelihoods. Has worked with KnowPro Foundation, Nasscom Foundation, and Tata Trusts – Himmotthan. Strong track record in grant management, government collaboration, and driving systemic reforms at the grassroots.