Growing up, Sushmita saw firsthand how education can open doors and transform lives—a belief that guides her work today. She has spent over 15 years leading transformative initiatives in education and the nonprofit sector. Currently, she serves as the Systems Change and Collective Leadership Research Lead at Teach For All, guiding a global research portfolio across a network of 60+ partners. Previously, her career included foundational efforts focused on access to education and adolescent well-being with Save the Children in Nepal. Passionate about advancing equity through evidence-based strategies and participatory research methods, Sushmita holds a Ph.D. in public policy analysis from the University of Massachusetts Boston. Outside of work, she enjoys mentoring emerging leaders, traveling with family, reading and writing, and spending time in nature.
