Virupaxayya Salimath

Virupaxayya Salimath boasts extensive experience in social entrepreneurship and community development. Active since June 2010 as a Deshpande Fellow-Cohort-V at the Deshpande Foundation, the role focuses on enhancing management and leadership skills while addressing global development challenges. Prior experience includes a position as a Field Worker at Mahila Abhivrddi Mattu Samrakshana Samste from January 2007 to January 2008, along with a significant role at FUEL NGO, advancing from Program Coordinator to Project Manager within months. Virupaxayya's educational background includes a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work in Community Development from prestigious institutions, reinforced by training in IT and legal systems in India. The commitment to fostering effective community initiatives is exemplified by being awarded the title of Most Passionate Fuelian while at FUEL.