Independent Advisor — Social Inclusion, Gender Equity & Community Partnerships
Inclusive growth begins by giving communities the capacity, partnerships and voice to shape it.
Toolika provides strategic guidance on social inclusion, community engagement, women-led entrepreneurship, stakeholder partnerships and capacity-building initiatives across KINIKH Group.
Her advisory role strengthens the Group's commitment to enterprises that create economic value while producing meaningful, durable social impact.
Toolika Garg is a development professional with extensive experience in programme coordination, social and gender inclusion, community mobilisation, capacity building and partnership management.
Her work spans livelihood promotion, WASH, vocational training, women's empowerment, education and rural development through collaborations with NGOs and community institutions.
She has worked with organisations including Beducated.org USA, Empower Society, the Uttarakhand Livelihood Program for the Himalayas and Appropriate Technology India.
Across these assignments, she has contributed to programmes involving livelihoods, WASH, skill development, entrepreneurship, child development, women's empowerment and donor-supported community initiatives.
Her responsibilities have included programme coordination, donor reporting, partnership management, capacity building, awareness campaigns, financial-inclusion strategies and cross-sector collaboration.
This experience brings together local participation and institutional coordination, helping programmes move from intent to practical and inclusive delivery.
Alongside her development-sector experience, Toolika has served as an educator in leading schools, strengthening the communication, leadership and training capabilities that complement her work with communities and institutions.
She holds an M.Sc. in Zoology, a Master of Social Work, a Bachelor of Education and Nursery Teacher Training, providing a balanced foundation in science, education and social development.
Within KINIKH Group, Toolika advises on community participation, gender-responsive programme design, social-inclusion frameworks, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, capacity building and livelihood initiatives.
Her guidance helps the Group place women, vulnerable communities and local institutions at the centre of rural and social-impact ventures.
A professional foundation in social inclusion, community systems and sustainable development
Scientific training that complements her understanding of rural and environmental contexts
Practical grounding in education, communication, facilitation and learning design
Donor coordination, community mobilisation, training and cross-sector collaboration