Samina Bano

Policy entrepreneur and systems-change leader who builds government partnerships to turn social policy into large-scale, operational programmes. rightwalk+2

Focused on inclusive education — notably implementation of RTE Section 12(1)(c) in Uttar Pradesh — combining legal advocacy, stakeholder mobilisation and capacity building to expand admissions for low-income children. yourstory+2

Builds and scales technology-enabled solutions and operational systems (RTE portal, helpline, apprenticeship PMUs) to institutionalise access, tracking and disbursement of public funds. rightwalk+2

Recognised convenor and institution-builder with national and international fellowships and awards (Ashoka Fellow, Acumen Fellow, Mulago Fellow, Chevening Gurukul Fellow) that reflect leadership in scalable social impact. ashoka+3