Pranali Wankar
Advocate | GBV Expert & Advisor | Trainer on DV, SRHR & Child Rights (POCSO) | Facilitator
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Professional Summary
Seasoned professional with over 15 years of diversified experience spanning litigation, counselling, operations, program management, and social justice advocacy. Seven years of dedicated legal practice, including representation at the Bombay High Court, handling complex litigation, and delivering survivor-centric legal solutions.
Over the past seven years, transitioned into the development sector, leveraging legal expertise to drive systemic reforms, capacity building, and program implementation. Passionate about justice, legal empowerment, and community-driven initiatives, with an extensive network across stakeholders and grassroots organizations.
Areas of Expertise
Gender-Based Violence
Expert advisor on domestic violence, SRHR, and women's rights with survivor-centric approach
Child Rights
Specialized trainer on POCSO Act and child sexual abuse cases
LGBTQIA+ Rights
Advocate for inclusive legal frameworks and social justice
Program Management
Strategy execution and cross-functional team leadership in NGO environments
Current Role: Legal Counselor
Invisible Scars Foundation | September 2024 - Present
01
Legal Support & Case Management
Provided legal counselling and representation to survivors of domestic violence and GBV, ensuring informed decisions about rights and legal options
02
Stakeholder Training
Designed and conducted training sessions for internal teams and external stakeholders to handle cases effectively
03
Partnership Development
Established connections with District Legal Services Authorities across India, empaneling lawyers and partner organizations nationwide
04
Survivor-Centric Advocacy
Approached legal counselling with empathy and integrity, ensuring survivors felt supported and empowered throughout their journey
Impact & Achievements
2000+
Survivors Supported
Legal services provided to domestic violence and child sexual abuse victims
15+
Years Experience
Diversified expertise in litigation, counselling, and program management
7
Years in Development
Driving systemic reforms and capacity building in the social sector
Played a key role in advancing the Invisible Scars Foundation's mission of providing life-changing support to survivors. Helped survivors regain confidence and rebuild their lives with dignity, ensuring they received necessary legal and rehabilitative support. Contributed to the expansion of legal aid services, making justice more accessible to those in need.
Professional Journey
1
2024 - Present
Legal Counselor - Invisible Scars Foundation
Legal support, capacity building, and partnership development for GBV survivors
2
2023
Chief Operating Officer - TOLI
Operations management and strategic leadership
3
2020 - 2023
Legal Consultant - SNEHA
Legal advice to women and children, community engagement, awareness campaigns
4
2021 - 2023
Attorney - The Medsum
Personal injury demand expert, US personal injury laws and paralegal work
5
2016 - 2020
Chamber Practice - Bombay High Court
Senior Advocate Sudeep Pasbola's chambers, complex litigation
6
2015 - 2016
Associate Attorney - Mindcrest
US civil/criminal cases, MDL matters, legal content and publishing
7
2011 - 2014
Associate Lawyer - Bombay High Court
Litigation practice, drafting, research, and court appearances
SNEHA Experience Highlights
Society for Nutrition, Education and Health Action | December 2020 - December 2023
Working as a Legal Consultant gave me immense pleasure in extending a helping hand to women in distress. Women and children who are not aware of their rights are more prone to an unjust environment.
I provided legal advice and became a medium for them to reach appropriate authorities for their grievances, such as Protection Officers, Commissioner of Police, or police officers in the nearest police station. I worked closely with communities and counsellors.
I personally feel that we are bound to give back to society and it should be the moral responsibility of every professional to be the voice for the voiceless and uplift them. I take pride in stating that I have given my legal services to more than 2000 domestic violence victims and victims of child sexual abuse.
Education & Qualifications
1
Master of Laws (LLM)
University of Mumbai
Constitution and Administrative Law | 2015
2
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
Bombay University
Administration & Constitution | 2010-2011
3
Post Graduation Diploma
University of Mumbai
Intellectual Property Rights | 2010
4
Junior College
Ramnarain Ruia College
Arts | 2002-2004
Skills & Certifications
Core Competencies
  • Operations Management
  • Government Liaison
  • Litigation & Legal Research
  • Program Management
  • Capacity Building & Training
  • Stakeholder Engagement
Languages
  • English (Full Professional)
  • Hindi (Professional Working)
  • Marathi (Native)
Certifications
  • Sexuality Gender and Rights Institute
  • Advanced Professional English, MsCIT
  • Trainer on SRHR
  • Feminist Leadership Movement Building
Get In Touch
Location
Thane, Maharashtra, India
Phone
8591188058 (Work)
A strong leader committed to fostering collaboration and building high-performing teams to drive meaningful impact. Passionate about justice, legal empowerment, and community-driven initiatives with an extensive network across various stakeholders, District Legal Services Authorities, and grassroots organizations.
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