Dharani M

About Dharani M

Social Worker | Community Development | Women Empowerment | CSR | Public Speaker | Programme HostI am a passionate Social Work professional with a strong foundation in community development, women empowerment, counselling, and social research. I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) and Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), along with a PG Diploma in Labour and Administrative Law and a PG Diploma in Counselling.My work focuses on empowering vulnerable communities, especially women, children, migrant workers, and economically disadvantaged groups. I actively design and coordinate community programmes, awareness campaigns, and development initiatives that promote social wellbeing and sustainable change.In addition to field practice, I contribute as a public speaker and programme host, creating awareness on social issues and guiding students on career opportunities available for MSW graduates.Career HighlightsOrganized “Pasumai Payanam – Mithivandi Payanam” (Green Cycle Rally) with school students at St. Thomas Mount Victoria School to promote environmental awarenessOrganized community medical camps and social awareness programmesRecognized with Outstanding Student Performance Award (MSW) from Bishop Heber CollegeExperience working with children and community groups, focusing on education, awareness, and development initiativesProjects & Leadership RolesProject Coordinator – “Project Malar”: Women empowerment initiative supporting women from vulnerable backgrounds through livelihood opportunities such as e-auto drivingProject Lead – “Ashakiran” Solid Waste Management Project: Coordinating waste management activities across wards and community spacesUpcoming Initiative – “Project Roshini”: Focused on the welfare and education support for migrant workers and their childrenField ExperienceInternship at St. Thomas Mercy Home, TiruchirappalliField exposure with Social Welfare Department, TiruchirappalliCommunity development experience at SCOPE, TiruchirappalliIndustrial social work exposure at SST TVS, SirkazhiResearch ExperienceA Study on Medication Adherence among Elderly Persons at St. Thomas Mercy HomeA Study on Problems Faced by Women Agricultural Workers in Thiruvarur District, Thiruthuraipoondi.Certifications & SkillsCSR Certificate Course from HCL FoundationCommunity mobilization and programme coordinationCounselling and social researchPublic speaking and event hostingCareer guidance for MSW students

Experience

1. Project Coordinator

   Max Social Innovations Foundation

   Jan 2025 — Present · Chennai, IN

   Working in the social development sector to implement community-based initiatives focused on women empowerment, solid waste management, and livelihood development. Coordinating impactful programmes that support vulnerable communities and promote sustainable development.Key responsibilities include managing the Ashakiran Solid Waste Management, Project Roshini ( Migrant Worker\'s ) Project across multiple wards and leading Project Malar, which empowers women from vulnerable backgrounds such as widows, abandoned, and economically disadvantaged groups to access livelihood opportunities.Also responsible for planning community awareness programmes, organizing training sessions, coordinating with government departments and CSR partners, supervising field teams, monitoring project progress, and preparing project reports and documentation to ensure effective programme implementation and community impact.

Education

• Madurai Kamaraj University (MKU)

  PG Diplomain Labour Law and Administrative Law, Labor and Industrial Relations

• Bharathidasan University (BDU), Tiruchirappalli

  Bachelor of Social Work, Social Work

• Bishop Heber College

  Postgraduate Diploma in Counseling, Counseling Psychology

• Bishop Heber College, Tiruchirappalli - 620 017.

  Master of Social Work - MSW, Community Development Management