Vaishnavi Nair is a development practitioner with expertise in policy, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable livelihoods. She holds a Master’s in Development Practice from the University of Queensland and a Bachelor’s in Sociology from Mumbai University. Vaishnavi has extensive experience driving initiatives that connect grassroots communities with institutional frameworks. She has led policy dialogue for sustainable beekeeping in rural regions, facilitated social audits with indigenous communities, and contributed to eco-tourism strategies and sustainable development planning. Additionally, she has managed business development, client engagement, and designed communications that demonstrate the impact of development programs. Her work synthesises operational insights with advocacy, emphasising inclusive sustainability, evidence-based policy influence, and bridging local realities with strategic institutional priorities.