These are the core values that guide Dasra's team and their initiatives while on their journey towards catalyzing social change

We depend on each other to achieve a common purpose of creating social change based on our ability, empathy and integrity.

We are adaptable to a constantly changing environment being responsive to partner needs and market demands.

We strive to do our best in all that Dasra endeavors to achieve, ensuring that the highest quality is delivered to all stakeholders.

We embrace points of view that are logically consistent and are based on empirical evidence in pursuit of our shared commitment to social change.

We are so driven towards catalyzing social change, that passion is critical to our rational approach. This commitment goes beyond the rational.



"My work at Dasra takes me across India to meet inspiring social entrepreneurs enabling real change. This along with the dynamic work environment and motivated team at Dasra makes every day a learning experience"
Smriti Goyal, Senior Research & Portfolio Associate

"Dasra is not the run-of-the mill non profit but a great professional set-up that offers immense professional development, exposure and in the end you also get to create an impact on the social sector as well."
Shrikant Ayyangar, Communications Associate, Dasra

"I will always represent Dasra as a proud alumni and a place with incredible friends and experiences, where I worked hard, was rewarded, and grew enormously. I am honored to have met so many wonderful people in India and during my time with Dasra. I very much look forward to continuing working with Dasra to grow strategic philanthropy and social investment across India and worldwide."
Joseph De Wolk, Social- Impact Associate, Dasra (2011-12)