We are an all-women led firm that specifically seeks to address a feminist, social inclusion and intersectional agenda across the globe. Our main aim is toaddress gender and social inequalities, and intergenerational poverty.
Vision Statement
Setting an international standard for ethically delivered expert services in conflict and non-conflict contexts ensuring the principles of do-no-harm approach and safeguarding.Vashi Impact Group (VIG) is a registered international development and humanitarian consultancy group. We are group an all-women-led social enterprises from Black and Minority and Ethnic backgrounds based out of London, New Delhi, Kabul and Kampala. VIG specifically seeks to address a feminist and intersectional agenda in Asian, MENA, Latin America and African regions We are an all-women led firm that specifically seeks to address a feminist, social inclusion, and intersectional agenda across the globe. Our main aim is to address gender and social inequalities and intergenerational poverty. As a feminist organisation, we are inspired by the works of Bell Hooks, Maya Angelou, June Jordan, Angela Davis, Patricia Hill Collins, Pragna Patel, Nira-Yuval Davis, Avtar Brah, and Kimberly Crenshaw.
Vashi Impact Group (VIG) is a registered international development and humanitarian consultancy group. We are group an all-women-led social enterprises from Black and Minority and Ethnic backgrounds based out of London, New Delhi, Kabul and Kampala. VIG specifically seeks to address a feminist and intersectional agenda in Asian, MENA, Latin America and African regions
We are an all-women led firm that specifically seeks to address a feminist, social inclusion, and intersectional agenda across the globe. Our main aim is to address gender and social inequalities and intergenerational poverty.
As a feminist organisation, we are inspired by the works of Bell Hooks, Maya Angelou, June Jordan, Angela Davis, Patricia Hill Collins, Pragna Patel, Nira-Yuval Davis, Avtar Brah, and Kimberly Crenshaw.
Vashi Impact Group (VIG) is a registered international development and humanitarian consultancy group. We are a group of an all-women-led social enterprise from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds based out of London, New Delhi, Kabul and Kampala. VIG specifically seeks to address a feminist and intersectional agenda in Asian, MENA, Latin America and African regions.
Vashi Impact Group (VIG) is a registered international development and humanitarian consultancy group. We are a women led organization from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds based in Cambridge, New Delhi, Kabul and Kampala. VIG specifically seeks to address a feminist and intersectional agenda globally.
Vashi Impact Group (VIG) is a registered international development and humanitarian consultancy group. We are a group of an all-women-led social enterprise from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds based out of London, New Delhi, Kabul and Kampala. VIG specifically seeks to address a feminist and intersectional agenda in Asian, MENA, Latin America and African regions.
As a feminist organisation, we are inspired by the works of Bell Hooks, Maya Angelou, June Jordan, Angela Davis, Patricia Hill Collins, Pragna Patel, Nira-Yuval Davis, Avtar Brah, and Kimberly Crenshaw.
Vashi Impact Group (VIG) is a registered international development and humanitarian consultancy group. We are a collective led entirely by women from Black, Minority, and Ethnic backgrounds, with headquarters in Cambridge with offices in New Delhi, Kabul, and Kampala.
As a feminist organisation, our principles and practices are deeply influenced by the ground-breaking work of prominent thinkers and activists such as Bell Hooks, Maya Angelou, June Jordan, Angela Davis, Patricia Hill Collins, Pragna Patel, Nira-Yuval Davis, Avtar Brah, and Kimberly Crenshaw. Their insights inspire and inform our approach, guiding us in our relentless pursuit of social justice and equity.
Our Vision
To advance knowledge production and evidence-based policymaking from the Global South by centring the expertise and lived experiences of individuals from conflict-affected and non-conflict settings.
Our Mission
To advance evidence-based research and evaluation by actively engaging individuals from historically marginalised communities, including persons with disabilities, minority groups, and refugees, primarily from the Global South.
Our Commitment
We uphold the principles of the do-no-harm approach and safeguarding throughout the research and evaluation processes, ensuring our work contributes positively to the well-being and resilience of communities worldwide.
We are deeply committed to advancing a feminist and intersectional agenda across Asian, MENA, Latin American, and African regions. Our overarching goal is to address pervasive gender and social inequalities, as well as intergenerational poverty on a global scale.
Our values
Intersectionality
We understand people's identities and experiences are shaped by multiple factors and that these factors cannot be understood or addressed in isolation from one another. We look at our clients’ data from the interconnected nature of social categorisations such as race, class, gender, and other identities, as they apply to an individual or group, regarded as creating overlapping and interdependent systems of discrimination or disadvantage.
Safeguarding and ethics
We treat individuals with respect, empathy, and compassion, recognising their fundamental humanity and rights. We uphold dignity that involves fostering an environment where people feel valued, heard, and empowered to express themselves without fear of discrimination or marginalisation.
Stakeholder Engagement
We actively engage stakeholders and consult with individuals, groups, and organisations who are affected by or have a vested interest in a particular issue, decision, or process. We emphasise open communication, collaboration, and participation to ensure that diverse perspectives are considered, concerns are addressed, and decisions are made with the input and involvement of relevant stakeholders, especially of those from the global south.
Accountability
We hold our stakeholders and ourseleves accountable. We take responsibility to answer for one's actions, decisions, and performance. It involves being transparent about commitments, and expectations, taking ownership of outcomes, and accepting consequences for both successes and failures. As such, we promote trust, integrity, and reliability in relationships and institutions by holding individuals and organisations accountable for their conduct and the impact of their actions on others.
Transparency
We promote transparency and involve openness, honesty, and clarity in communication, decision-making, and operations. It entails providing accessible and understandable information about processes, policies, and outcomes, allowing stakeholders to make informed choices, ask questions, and hold decision-makers accountable. We promote visibility and reduce ambiguity or secrecy in our communication with clients.
Quality
For us, quality encompasses the standard of excellence or superiority in products, services, processes, and outcomes. It involves delivering results that meet or exceed expectations, fulfil requirements, and satisfy stakeholders' needs and preferences. Our quality is defined by timeliness and attention to detail. Timeliness refers to completing tasks or delivering solutions within established deadlines or reasonable timeframes, demonstrating reliability and responsiveness. Attention to detail involves being thorough, meticulous, and precise in work processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability in outputs and avoiding errors or oversights that could compromise quality or effectiveness.
Meet our team
Our team consists of individuals affected by war, people with disability, refugees, women, and individuals from minority backgrounds. Our team is based across the globe and maintain links with grassroots organisations, government agencies, development partners and the private sector. Apart from being fluent in English, VIG team members can communicate in a number of languages including Sign Language, French, Spanish, Arabic, Kurdish, Pashto, Farsi, Luganda, Somali, Amharic, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi.
Our dedicated team is a diverse group of passionate professionals united by a common purpose. Together, we bring a wealth of expertise, creativity, and innovation to our mission. Get to know the faces behind our success.
Ritu Mahendru (Ph.D)
CEO
Mahvish Noon
HR Advisor
Twinkle Jaspal
Evaluation Officer
Busisiwe Moyo
Head of MEL
Twinkle Jaspal
Evaluation Officer
Mahvish Noon
HR Advisor
Jyoti Kumari
Finance & HR Administrator
Doreen Namakula
Business Development Officer
Baligha Niazmand
Research Assistant
Ezharulhaq Fazli
Head of Operations
Jonathan Marc Lewis
Contracts & Finance Advisor
Garikai Tinaye Zinumwe
Quantitative Researcher
Mohammad Fahim Kamal
Research Assistant
Busisiwe Moyo
Head of MEL
Jyoti Kumari
Finance & HR Administrator
Doreen Namakula
Bid Writer
Baligha Niazmand
Intern
Ezharulhaq Fazli
Head of Operations
Jonathan Marc Lewis
Contracts & Finance Advisor
Garikai Tinaye Zinumwe
Quantitative Researcher
Mohammad Fahim Kamal
Research Assistant
Uganda Team
Doreen Namakula
Head of Business Development, VIG
I am the Head of Business Development, driving the company’s growth strategy by identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities. I develop and implement business development and fundraising strategies aligned with the firm’s vision, while identifying priority thematic areas and regions for expansion. I oversee the end-to-end proposal development process, ensuring high-quality submissions that meet donor requirements and organisational standards. In addition, I lead and mentor the business development team, providing training and capacity-building in proposal writing, fundraising, and donor engagement. I hold a Bachelor’s in Communication, a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management, and currently pursuing a Master’s in Development Management.
Hobbies: Public speaking, sports.
Cindrellar Nkwanzi
Country Head(Uganda)
Justine has 10 Years’ experience in Quantitative and Qualitative Data Management, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Research, Learning, and Adaptation (MEARLA). She is a highly accomplished Humanitarian Response actor in sectors of Education, Food and Nutrition, Climate Financing, Health, WASH, Peace and security, Agriculture and Livelihoods, Financial and Digital Literacy and, Cash based interventions. She is a seasoned Monitoring and Evaluation expert, and Transformational Leader with 8 years of experience in Humanitarian Aid and Development Programming. Justine specializes in designing and implementing people centered projects, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems, Research, Data management, Visualization, Digitalization, information systems, and organizational structuring. Additionally, she is sound in strategic Partnerships building, and resource mobilization.
Cindrellar Nkwanzi
Country Head (Uganda)
I am the Head of Business Development, driving the company’s growth strategy by identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities. I develop and implement business development and fundraising strategies aligned with the firm’s vision, while identifying priority thematic areas and regions for expansion. I oversee the end-to-end proposal development process, ensuring high-quality submissions that meet donor requirements and organisational standards. In addition, I lead and mentor the business development team, providing training and capacity-building in proposal writing, fundraising, and donor engagement. I hold a Bachelor’s in Communication, a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management, and currently pursuing a Master’s in Development Management.
Hobbies: Public speaking, sports.
Justine Holds Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, a Postgraduate Diploma In Monitoring and Evaluation, Certifcate In Law, and currently in Final Semester for Masters In Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation.
Justine has 10 Years’ experience in Quantitative and Qualitative Data Management, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Research, Learning, and Adaptation (MEARLA). She is a highly accomplished Humanitarian Response actor in sectors of Education, Food and Nutrition, Climate Financing, Health, WASH, Peace and security, Agriculture and Livelihoods, Financial and Digital Literacy and, Cash based interventions. She is a seasoned Monitoring and Evaluation expert, and Transformational Leader with 8 years of experience in Humanitarian Aid and Development Programming. Justine specializes in designing and implementing people centered projects, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems, Research, Data management, Visualization, Digitalization, information systems, and organizational structuring. Additionally, she is sound in strategic Partnerships building, and resource mobilization.
I am the Head of Business Development, driving the company’s growth strategy by identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities. I develop and implement business development and fundraising strategies aligned with the firm’s vision, while identifying priority thematic areas and regions for expansion. I oversee the end-to-end proposal development process, ensuring high-quality submissions that meet donor requirements and organisational standards. In addition, I lead and mentor the business development team, providing training and capacity-building in proposal writing, fundraising, and donor engagement. I hold a Bachelor’s in Communication, a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management, and currently pursuing a Master’s in Development Management.
Hobbies: Public speaking, sports.
Doreen Namakula
Head of Business Development, VIG
I am the Head of Business Development, driving the company’s growth strategy by identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities. I develop and implement business development and fundraising strategies aligned with the firm’s vision, while identifying priority thematic areas and regions for expansion. I oversee the end-to-end proposal development process, ensuring high-quality submissions that meet donor requirements and organisational standards. In addition, I lead and mentor the business development team, providing training and capacity-building in proposal writing, fundraising, and donor engagement. I hold a Bachelor’s in Communication, a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management, and currently pursuing a Master’s in Development Management.
Gideon Nakibinge
Quantitative Researcher
Priscillah Nabirye
Programmes Coordinator
UK Team
Ritu Mahendru PhD
CEO & GESI Evaluation Director, VIG
Dr Ritu Mahendru brings over 25 years of experience in consulting, technology, and the international development sector to VIG. Throughout her career, she has led evaluation teams and managed global programmes addressing issues such as child poverty, social protection, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and gender equality and social inclusion (GESI).
As the driving force behind VIG’s vision, Dr Mahendru has played a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s work across 56 countries. A published author, she has contributed extensively to peer-reviewed journals and written journalistic pieces highlighting people’s lived experiences of inequality and marginalisation.
Currently based in Uganda, she enjoys cycling, running, yoga, singing, and horse riding.
Ritu Mahendru PhD
CEO & GESI Evaluation Director, VIG
Dr Ritu Mahendru brings over 25 years of experience in consulting, technology, and the international development sector to VIG. Throughout her career, she has led evaluation teams and managed global programmes addressing issues such as child poverty, social protection, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and gender equality and social inclusion (GESI).
As the driving force behind VIG’s vision, Dr Mahendru has played a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s work across 56 countries. A published author, she has contributed extensively to peer-reviewed journals and written journalistic pieces highlighting people’s lived experiences of inequality and marginalisation.
Currently based in Uganda, she enjoys cycling, running, yoga, singing, and horse riding.
Jonathan Marc Lewis
Contracts & Finance Advisor, VIG
Jonathan Lewis is a leadership strategist and executive coach, where he helps high performers, founders, and leaders reconnect with their true identity and lead from within. With over 15 years’ experience spanning global corporates, NGOs, and FTSE 100s, Jonathan blends commercial acumen with deep coaching insight. From contract and finance advisory to executive reinvention, his work unlocks aligned, values-driven growth. He’s supported clients across HSBC, EY, Rolls Royce, Deloitte, Save the Children, and ActionAid, and brings grounded clarity to complex transitions.
Jonathan Marc Lewis
Contracts & Finance Advisor, VIG
Jonathan Lewis is a leadership strategist and executive coach, where he helps high performers, founders, and leaders reconnect with their true identity and lead from within. With over 15 years’ experience spanning global corporates, NGOs, and FTSE 100s, Jonathan blends commercial acumen with deep coaching insight. From contract and finance advisory to executive reinvention, his work unlocks aligned, values-driven growth. He’s supported clients across HSBC, EY, Rolls Royce, Deloitte, Save the Children, and ActionAid, and brings grounded clarity to complex transitions.
Twinkle Jaspal
Evaluation Officer, VIG
Twinkle Jaspal is a development professional with expertise in gender, inclusion, and evaluation research. She holds a Master’s degree in Development Studies from the London School of Economics (LSE) and has worked across South Asia and Africa on large-scale research, programme evaluations, and strategy development. Her work is driven by a strong focus on feminist and intersectional approaches, bringing together critical analysis, participatory methods, and practical tools for advancing social and economic justice.
At Vashi Impact Group (VIG), Twinkle contributes to multi-country evaluations and strategy assignments for INGOs, UN agencies, and foundations. She has played a key role in projects such as climate resilience evaluations in East Africa, strategic planning for feminist organisations, and mixed-methods research on financial inclusion in India. Her experience spans stakeholder engagement, tool development, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and producing insights that inform policy and programme design.
Twinkle’s professional interests centre on gender and conflict, women’s economic empowerment, inclusive financial systems, and transformative approaches that integrate care, voice, and accountability into development practice. She combines research rigour with creative, human-centred storytelling that makes complex findings accessible to diverse audiences.
Hobbies: Reading, watching documentaries, and karaoke.
Indian Team
Jyoti Kumari
Finance & HR Administrator, VIG
she is the HR Manager at VIg Company, Jyoti Dhiman is committed to fostering a positive workplace culture and driving organisational success through effective people management. She is skilled in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and workforce development, ensuring strategies are aligned with the company’s objectives. With strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities, she promotes collaboration, addresses concerns fairly, and enhances employee satisfaction. Her expertise in policy implementation, training, and performance management supports both staff growth and organisational development. By upholding integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality, Jyoti helps maintain VIF Company as a supportive and motivating place to work.
Hobbies: Reading.
Afghanistan Team
Baligha Niazmand
Research Assistant
Mohammad Fahim Kamal
Research Assistant
Ehsanullah Dawary
Field Manager (Western Afghanistan)
Ezharulhaq Fazli
Head of Operations , VIG
Ezharulhaq Fazli is a seasoned development practitioner with more than nine years of experience in the development and research sector. He is currently the Head of Operations at VIG, where he leads project management, business operations, and organisational strategy. Fazli holds a Master’s degree in Economics from Osmania University. Over the course of his career, he has worked extensively with vulnerable communities in fragile contexts, gaining valuable experience in programme implementation and impact-driven initiatives. His areas of expertise include partnership building, business development, policy formulation, and stakeholder collaboration. Passionate about creating sustainable solutions, Fazli brings a people-centred approach to his work. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys watching cricket and keeping active at the gym.
Ezharulhaq Fazli
Head of Operations VIG
Ezharulhaq Fazli is a seasoned development practitioner with more than nine years of experience in the development and research sector. He is currently the Head of Operations at VIG, where he leads project management, business operations, and organisational strategy. Fazli holds a Master’s degree in Economics from Osmania University. Over the course of his career, he has worked extensively with vulnerable communities in fragile contexts, gaining valuable experience in programme implementation and impact-driven initiatives. His areas of expertise include partnership building, business development, policy formulation, and stakeholder collaboration. Passionate about creating sustainable solutions, Fazli brings a people-centred approach to his work. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys watching cricket and keeping active at the gym.
MOHAMMAD DAUD SHAH SAFARI
Head of Programmes, VIG
Daud Safari is a seasoned development professional with over 20 years’ experience in education, community development, human resources, project management, bid writing, and women’s economic empowerment. He has successfully led large-scale, multi-sector programmes, bringing proven expertise in systems strengthening, institutional development, and inclusive programming.
He has held senior leadership roles across government institutions, non-governmental organisations, and UN agencies, contributing to reforms and development initiatives in diverse fields.
Fluent in Pashto, Dari, English, and Hindi, Daud Safari is recognised for his integrity, results-driven leadership, and deep commitment to inclusive, locally led development. Beyond his professional work, he enjoys reading history and political literature, mentoring young professionals, travelling to explore cultural heritage, and playing traditional Afghan music, pursuits that reflect his curiosity and passion for lifelong learning.
Pakistan Team
Ezharulhaq Fazli
Head of Operations
Mahvish Noon
HR Advisor
Zimbabwe and Zambia Team
Busisiwe Moyo
Head of MEL, VIG
I am the Head of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) at Vashi Impact Group (VIG), leading on all technical aspects of evaluations, baselines, and assessments contracted to the organisation. I have over 20 years of experience in the international development sector and my expertise spans livelihoods, food security, health, education, and child protection sectors. I have worked with organisations and communities to generate evidence that informs programming and drives impact. I am the co-founder of Hope 4theCervix Cancer Support Group in Zimbabwe, an initiative dedicated to raising awareness about cervical cancer and providing psychosocial support for those affected by the disease.
Hobbies: Gardening and studying Christian literature.
Garikai Tinaye Zinumwe
Quantitative Researcher
TECHNICAL EXPERTS
Ritu Mahendru (Ph.D)
CEO
Mahvish Noon
HR Advisor
Twinkle Jaspal
Evaluation Officer
Bryan Teixeira, PhD
SRHR Expert
Hendricah Rita
Markets Expert
Faith Owuor
Livestock for Livelihood Expert
Arun Verma, PhD
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Expert
Robert Nkwangu
Disability and Social Inclusion Expert
Victoria Brown
Education Expert
Harjeet Singh
Climate Change Expert
Anjali Dalal, PhD
Climate Change and Agriculture Expert
Baligha Niazmand
Intern
Ezharulhaq Fazli
Head of Operations
Jonathan Marc Lewis
Contracts & Finance Advisor
Garikai Tinaye Zinumwe
Quantitative Researcher
Mohammad Fahim Kamal
Research Assistant