Kiran Bir Sethi is a Designer who became a Teacher, a Principal who grew into an Education Reformer and subsequently morphed into a Social Entrepreneur. A trained Graphic Designer, she comfortably uses the language of Design – iteration, prototype, design specs – to develop not only curriculum innovation, but also community-based Social Programmes. After graduating from the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad (India) in 1989, Kiran successfully ran her own Graphic Design Firm for over a decade. She moved into Education when she founded The Riverside School in Ahmedabad, India in 2001,which is now viewed as a Laboratory to prototype “design processes” that enables “transformative” student learning experiences. Kiran is also the founder of 'aProCh' - an initiative to make our cities more child friendly, for which she was awarded the Ashoka Fellow in 2008. In 2009, she received the "Call to Conscience Award" by the King Centre at Stanford. In 2009, Kiran launched “Design For Change” which uses a simple 4 step design framework – FIDS (Feel, Imagine, Do, Share) to cultivate the I CAN mind-set in all children. Today DFC is the world's largest movement of change - of and by children, and today, it is in 60+ countries impacting over 2.2 million children and 65,000 Teachers.

Vaishali Shah is an educator at heart and an interior designer by training from C.E.P.T., deeply passionate about reimagining how children learn. Her journey began with creating inspiring spaces, but her love for innovative education soon led her into curriculum design. With experiences at Forest School in Romania and Shibhumi in Bengaluru, she has shaped an approach that blends creativity, hands-on exploration, and interdisciplinary learning. This philosophy comes alive at Anubhav, the holistic learning school she founded, where curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for learning are at the heart of every child’s journey. Based in Ahmedabad, Vaishali lives with her husband Pilak, an engineering entrepreneur, and their son Raag, named after her love for music. She cherishes cooking and sharing meals with friends, and seeks inspiration through immersive travel experiences.

Nisha's educational journey spans over 25 years, starting in Grade 9 with a commitment to her profession. She is a dedicated education leader who has held various roles in both rural and urban regions, advocating for a holistic approach to learning that balances knowledge with character. An innovative and adventurous spirit, Nisha is focused on empowering future generations. In her free time, she enjoys riding, photography, fitness, and dance. Beyond her professional life, she likes spending quality time with her daughters, reflecting her zest for life and focus on personal growth.