Shruti Pushkarna exemplifies the journey of a media professional who transitioned into becoming a powerful voice for disability rights and inclusion, combining her communication expertise with personal experiences as a caregiver.
Personal Information Tables
Personal Details
Attribute | Details |
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Full Name | Shruti Pushkarna |
Occupation | Inclusion Advocate, Former Journalist |
Experience | 18+ years |
Current Role | Disability Rights Advocate |
Areas of Expertise | Communications, Disability Inclusion, Training |
Career Evolution
Period | Role |
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Pre-2016 | Media Professional (Network 18, India Today) |
2016-Present | Social Sector and Disability Rights Advocate |
Professional Journey
Media Career
- Worked as copywriter
- News television producer
- Communications specialist
- Content creator across various subjects:
- Politics
- Business
- Food and entertainment
- Environment
- Defense and strategic affairs
Current Work
- Writes fortnightly column on ‘Media and Disability’
- Contributes to Disability Media Wire (California-based)
- Associates with civil society organizations
- Works with for-profit companies promoting equity
- Provides disability inclusion training and counseling
Personal Connection
Since age four, Pushkarna has been a caregiver to her mother, giving her firsthand experience with disability challenges. This personal experience has shaped her understanding and approach to disability rights advocacy.
Impact and Legacy
Her work focuses on:
- Disability inclusion
- Technology integration for accessibility
- Life skills training
- Awareness raising
- Rights advocacy
- Corporate sensitization