About Hasina Kharbhih
Hasina Kharbhih, Ashoka Fellow and Aspen Fellow, is the Founder of 37 years Impulse NGO Network and 18 years Impulse Social Enterprises. She created the globally recognized Impulse Model, awarded by the Global Development Network under the World Bank, a single-window strategy technology support Impulse Case Management Centre addressing unsafe migration and human trafficking . Since 1987, her work has tackled exploitation, climate displacement, and promoted resilient markets for indigenous artisans. Her recognitions include the Rising Talent Award (France), IVLP Gold Star (US State Department), Asia Iclif Leadership Energy Award (Malaysia), Mother Teresa Award, and Women Transforming India Award (NITI Aayog). Hasina exemplifies leadership rooted in resilience, purpose, and innovation.