Priyatama Parkhi
Bengaluru,Karnataka
Summary
I believe in creating spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Passionate about fostering inclusive cultures, advocating for diversity, promoting gender sensitization, and combating gender-based violence in workplaces and communities.
My mission is to empower individuals and organizations to become allies in the fight for equality and justice. I offer comprehensive workshops and training programs tailored to address the unique needs of each client.
My workshops cover a range of topics including unconscious bias, gender sensitization, diversity + inclusion, domestic violence, POSH and strategies for creating safer spaces.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Advisory Board Member & Crisis Line Trainer
Aks Foundation
Pune, Maharashtra
03.2016 - Current
- Crisis Line Responder - Answering crisis calls, providing phone counseling, keeping detailed records of calls.
- Follow-up Counselor - Crisis assessment and providing counseling to distressed callers. Determining caller needs, offering emotional support and information - referrals to medical services and legal help.
- Crisis Line Trainer - Trained over 100 volunteers for the Aks Helpline. Imparted in - depth training in : 1) Understanding Sex & Gender 2) Understanding Gender Based Violence (Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse) 3) Crisis Intervention 4) Sexual Assault Intervention 5) Recognizing trauma 6) Empathetic Listening and Counseling.
- Conducted GBV and POSH Trainings for various corporate companies.
Spoken English Trainer
Self-employed
Bengaluru, Karnataka
05.2015 - Current
- Client Need Analysis (CNA)
- Customized syllabus and training according to CNA
- Business English Training
- Pronunciation and Accent Training
- Interview Skills
Soft Skills Trainer
Freelance
Bengaluru, Karnataka
08.2014 - Current
- Develop and conduct training programs for soft skills such as communication, time -management, dress for success, presentation skills and more.
- Provide feedback to participants regarding their performance in order to improve their soft skill sets.
- Conduct lectures on topics such as effective communication strategies, conflict resolution techniques and stress management.
Education
Transaction Analysis 101 - Psychology
Anna Chandy And Associates
Bengaluru05-2024
POSH And DEI Trainer -
Protouch
06-2023
Image Consultant And Soft Skills Trainer - Soft Skills
Image Consulting Business Institute
Pune09-2014
Bachelor of Arts - German Language And Literature
University of Pune, Fergusson College
Pune06-2002
Skills
- Crisis Management (Sexual Harassment & DV)
- Training
- Counseling
- POSH
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Soft Skills
- Behavior Analysis
- Personality and Confidence Building
- Spoken English and Accent Training
Affiliations
Co - Founder of Bob 'N' Weave Combat Sports World - Bengaluru based Mixed Martial Arts Academy
Yoga Enthusiast
Amateur Macro Photographer
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
Marathi
Native/ Bilingual
German
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Advisory Board Member & Crisis Line Trainer
Aks Foundation
03.2016 - Current
Spoken English Trainer
Self-employed
05.2015 - Current
Soft Skills Trainer
Freelance
08.2014 - Current
Transaction Analysis 101 - Psychology
Anna Chandy And Associates
POSH And DEI Trainer -
Protouch
Image Consultant And Soft Skills Trainer - Soft Skills
Image Consulting Business Institute
Bachelor of Arts - German Language And Literature
University of Pune, Fergusson College