Yuva team with smiling school children

The people behind the impact.

Life at Yuva

Meet the passionate people driving change across communities.

THE YUVA WAY

We Are:

01

Young

We believe age is never a barrier to creating meaningful change. We lead with energy, optimism and purpose.

02

Productive

We focus on outcomes, not activity. Every effort should create measurable impact for the communities we serve.

03

Good-Looking

We show up with pride, professionalism and positivity—because excellence is reflected in everything we do.

04

Dynamic

We move with urgency, adapt quickly and embrace change because communities cannot wait.

05

Hard Working

We go the extra mile, doing whatever it takes to create lasting impact.

06

Creative

We solve complex challenges with curiosity, innovation and practical thinking.

07

We will make a Difference

We measure our success by the lives we transform and the communities we strengthen.

THE PEOPLE WHO WORK HERE

Not a job. A permanent decision.

+

Team members today

Started as a volunteer movement in 2005. Still mission-first in 2026.

%

Started as volunteers

Nearly half our team joined Yuva first as volunteers — then never left.

States your work will reach

From Gujarat to Assam. Every role here touches all of them.

A child learning with colourful educational materials

FOUNDED

2005 · Ahmedabad

THE BEGINNING

It started with a simple, quiet realisation.

In 2005, Yuva Unstoppable didn't start with strategy decks or grand theories of change. It began with a simple, quiet realisation: that education is the most powerful tool for change, yet for millions of children, it was being limited by a lack of basic dignity.

Founded by Amitabh Shah, a Yale graduate who walked away from a corporate career, we started as a small, volunteer-led movement. Our early days weren't about complex metrics; they were about seva.

We were fixing what was visibly broken — toilets, drinking water, leaking classrooms. We understood that if a child is forced to compromise on their environment, they are, in effect, being asked to lower their expectations. We decided that was not an option.

Every mind we nurture shapes a better tomorrow

LIFE AT YUVA

Real moments.
Real team.

Field visits, school inaugurations, team celebrations, and the quiet satisfaction of a project done right.

Field visit in Ahmedabad

AMITABH SHAH WITH YUVA UNSTOPPABLE CHILDRENS

School inauguration

FICCI YOUTH LEADER OF THE YEAR

Partner event in Mumbai

COMPUTER TRAINING WITH YUVA UNSTOPPABLE

Scholarship ceremony

SPORTS SUPPORT BY YUVA UNSTOPPABLE

Smart classroom handover

TRANSPORT BUS

Scholarship ceremony

SMART CLASS

Scholarship ceremony celebration

ANGANWADI PICS

Members stand with us

Those Who Chose to Stand With Us

Krina Ravan

Aishwarya Giri

Head - Strategic Communications and Outreach

Leads strategic communications, executive engagement, and partnership outreach, shaping organizational positioning and driving collaborations with government, corporate, and philanthropic partners.

Ashish Patel

Ashish Patel

Yuva Unstoppable Team

I joined Yuva Unstoppable in 2018, beginning my journey by supporting the development of digital learning infrastructure in government schools. Since then, I have had the opportunity to lead and support the implementation of Smart Classrooms, STEM Labs, AI-STEM Labs, WASH facilities, sports infrastructure, and school transformation projects across India. My work has taken me to Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Mizoram, Nagaland, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tamilnadu, Telangana, Andhrapradesh and several other regions, where I have worked closely with schools, communities, partners, and local teams to create better learning environments for children. Every project has reinforced my belief that meaningful change is built through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to ensuring every child has access to quality education. I am proud to be part of a mission that transforms schools and empowers young minds across the country. Success is not Destination, Success is unstoppable Journey.

Gopesh Desai

Gopesh Desai

Project Manager

As a Project Manager with eight years of experience in the social development sector, my journey has always been driven by a commitment to education, innovation, and community impact. At Yuva Unstoppable, I have had the privilege of leading the implementation and management of over 1,000 smart classrooms across roughly 800 schools. By bringing digital education to these classrooms, we are opening doors to quality learning for thousands of students who need it most, ensuring they have the tools to thrive in a modern world.

Krina Ravan

Krina Ravan

Scholarship Team

Working with Yuva Unstoppable has given me an incredible opportunity to support those who need it most. As part of the Scholarship Team, my role is to enroll students and bring their real stories to light. I frequently meet young people who have lost parents or are caring for sick family members, yet they refuse to give up on their dreams. I am here to ensure that no student is overlooked and that every profile reaches the right people. At Yuva Unstoppable, our leadership’s kindness truly drives everything we do, helping more students rise, succeed, and build a better life.

Mehul Prajapati

Mehul Prajapati

Yuva Unstoppable Team

For over a decade at Yuva Unstoppable, I have been passionate about creating better learning environments where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Every transformed school and every smiling student reinforces my belief that meaningful change begins with action. I enjoy turning ideas into reality, solving complex challenges, and bringing people together to create lasting impact. More than completing projects, my purpose is to help build schools where children can dream bigger, learn better, and shape a brighter future.

Samir Kumar

Samir Kumar

Yuva Unstoppable Team

I joined Yuva Unstoppable in 2017, beginning my journey at the grassroots level in Mumbai. My first milestone was delivering 100 smart classrooms with HDFC Bank, which became the foundation for a journey of learning, leadership, and impact. Since then, I have had the privilege of working with incredible teams to develop 5,000+ smart classrooms, new school buildings, sports grounds, sanitation facilities, AI stemlabs, and other school infrastructure across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. Yuva has taught me that real change is built through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to creating better opportunities for every child. Every smile is our success.

THE MISSION CONTINUES

Together, We Are Unstoppable

Twenty one years in. Ten million lives touched. The next twenty one start with you.