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Sujatha Sebastian

Co-FounderConveners.org

Biography

Sujatha thrives helping changemakers and communities find ways to collaborate and solve large-scale social problems. She believes that convening is a powerful tool for transformation. An experienced facilitator, she uses creative design frameworks to help leaders and organizations embrace learning, growth, and exploration. Her approach enables groups to cultivate trust, spur innovation, and identify solutions.

Sujatha brings 17 years of experience to her work as a social impact consultant, capacity builder, and strategist. She is founder the Conveners Group and co-founder of Conveners.org. Through her work, she has advised leading social sector organizations working in health equity, ethical apparel, financial empowerment, education, cyber security, and more. Her clients include the Aspen Institute, Hewlett Foundation, Mastercard Foundation, Skoll Foundation, and many others.

Sujatha grew up in a multicultural household, the daughter of an immigrant entrepreneur and a midwife. She brings a diverse background in community economic development, international relations, and education to her work. She received a BA in Peace and Conflict Studies from Bryn Mawr College and MA in Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School at Tufts University.

Regional Focus

Caribbean, Central America, Central and Southern Asia, Eastern and Southern Africa, Eastern Asia, Europe, Middle East and North Africa, North America, Oceania, South America, Southeast Asia, West and Central Africa