GRAAM

Devina Neogi

Senior Research Associate

Devina Neogi is a dedicated social science researcher specializing in gender studies, public policy, and healthcare research. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Gender and Women’s Studies at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (2022-2025).  Her technical skills include proficiency in SPSS, Stata, Microsoft Office, Delve Software, and KoboToolBox, which she utilizes for data analysis and research. Over the years, she has published several research papers in esteemed journals, addressing issues such as women’s struggles in conflict zones, discrimination in healthcare, and the socio-cultural implications of witch-hunting in India. Her work has been featured in journals such as the Journal of International Women’s Studies and the Journal of Indian Medico-Legal and Ethics Association.

Devina Neogi is currently a Senior Research Associate at the Grassroots Research and Advocacy Movement, Bengaluru. She has been involved in multiple large-scale projects, including the Tribal Traditional Healer Study with Piramal Swasthya, Health Assessments for Nomadic Tribes in Kashmir (in collaboration with WHO), United Efforts Anahata—Voices of Students, Teachers, Parents, and Alumni, and Assessing the Effect of BT’s ‘Taaron ki Toli’ on Inspiring Career Aspirations among Adolescent Girls—Breakthrough  Trust. Her experience includes training local partners, conducting data analysis, and preparing detailed research reports.

Her contributions to gender studies and public policy have been recognized with multiple awards. She received Best Presenter awards at prestigious international conferences for her research on women’s struggles in Kashmir, Witch-hunting, and the Intersectionality of gender.

A passionate researcher and policy advocate, Devina continues to work at the intersection of social development, governance, and healthcare, striving to bring meaningful change through her academic and professional contributions.

Projects Handled

Sl. No Project Name Assignment Partner Thematic Area Functional Area Assignment Date
1Assessing the Effect of Breakthroughs ‘Taaron ki Toli’ on Inspiring Career Aspirations among Adolescent GirlsBreakthrough TrustLearning, Skill Development and LivelihoodEducation and Career AspirationsJan 2025
Feb 2025
2Evaluation of National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA)Development, Monitoring and Evaluation Office (DMEO), Niti AayogGovernance and DemocratizationSocial Impact Assessment & EvaluationSep 2024
May 2025
3A study of the health status needs and access of the nomadic tribes of Jammu and KashmirWorld Health OrganisationHealth and WellnessDevelopment ResearchMay 2023
Dec 2023
4Voice of Students SurveyN/ALearning, Skill Development and LivelihoodPolicy EngagementDec 2023
Feb 2024