Jaswant Kaur, Founder of Udaykriti, is a seasoned development sector leader whose journey bridges grassroots leadership with strategic governance. As a trained Company Secretary practising the highest standards of professional ethics, social equity, digital empowerment, and inclusive growth, she brings over two decades of experience to her role. Jaswant’s leadership includes empowering communities through impactful roles at organisations like Deepalaya, BITSAA Alumni Trust and Protsahan India Foundation
She currently serves on the Board of Voluntary Action Network of India as their Treasurer. Her strengths span financial management, programmes, fundraising, governance, strategic planning, and compliance – critical pillars for youth development organisations like Udaykriti.
But what truly defines Jaswant is her human-centered approach: she leads with empathy, mentors young changemakers, and aligns systems thinking with lived realities. At Udaykriti, her purpose-driven vision powers inclusive strategies that connect underserved youth to opportunities in the digital economy. As one of the founders of Udaykriti, she embodies integrity, compassion, and calm courage.

