New Delhi, India | 11 October 2026
A GLOBAL NETWORK OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERS UNITED TO EMPOWER SCHOOLS, INSPIRE EDUCATORS AND TRANSFORM THE FUTURE OF LEARNING
The World Alliance of School Principals (WASP) proudly presents its distinguished *Global Leadership & Leadership Council*, bringing together accomplished educationists, visionary school leaders, experienced administrators and dedicated professionals committed to strengthening educational leadership and advancing excellence in education across India and the international community.
Founded on the principles of collaboration, professional integrity, innovation and shared responsibility, WASP aspires to build a dynamic global platform where school principals and educational leaders can connect, exchange knowledge, share best practices and work collectively towards improving the quality of education.
With a leadership network representing diverse regions and professional backgrounds, WASP recognises that educational transformation begins with empowered leadership. By encouraging dialogue, professional development, institutional partnerships and international cooperation, the organisation seeks to create meaningful opportunities for school leaders to learn from one another and contribute to a stronger, more inclusive and future-ready education ecosystem.
Under the leadership of its Founder and Chairperson, Dr. Deepshikha, WASP continues to promote a vision of educational leadership that extends beyond geographical boundaries and brings together professionals who share a commitment to excellence, innovation and the holistic development of learners.
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP: GUIDING A SHARED MISSION
The Global Leadership team represents the strategic direction, international engagement and collaborative aspirations of the World Alliance of School Principals.
The distinguished leadership comprises:
Dr. Deepshikha Pathak— Founder & Chairperson
Prof. Narendra Kumar Sinha— President, India
Mr. Shiv Shanker Shukla — National Director, Government Affairs, Policy & Strategic Partnerships
Amb. Dr. Ophadile T. Gofhamodimo — Country Director, Botswana
Dr. Jaya Sajnani— Director, International Affairs
Together, these leaders represent a shared commitment to strengthening educational institutions, encouraging professional collaboration and promoting leadership practices that respond to the changing needs of schools, educators and learners.
The Global Leadership team seeks to encourage meaningful partnerships, facilitate professional dialogue and support initiatives that place educational excellence, responsible leadership and the future of learning at the centre of collective action.
WASP believes that effective educational leadership is not merely about administration; it is about inspiring people, building institutional capacity, nurturing talent and creating an environment in which every learner has the opportunity to thrive.
STATE DIRECTORS & REGIONAL LEADERS: CONNECTING EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITIES
An important strength of WASP lies in its growing network of State Directors and regional representatives, who help extend the organisation’s professional reach and encourage engagement among educational leaders.
The leadership directory recognises representatives from different states and regions, reflecting the importance of local leadership within a wider national and international vision.
The State Directors and regional leaders include:
Dr. Trupti Vora — Telangana
Dr. Naveen Madhu— Kerala
Mrs. Jayanthi R. — Tamil Nadu
Dr. Ishtiyaaq Ahmed Sheikh — Maharashtra
Dr. Zeba Khan — Rajasthan
Dr. R. D. Sathish — Karnataka
Mr. Ramashankar Kumar — Bihar
Dr. Pratibha Dolka — Uttarakhand
Dr. Monika Ohri — Delhi
Dr. Esther D. Rozario — West Bengal
Dr. Hemanshu Parmar — Gujarat
Dr. Manjeet Kour Arora — Madhya Pradesh
Mr. Apurv Devgon — Punjab
Dr. Victor Joseph — Nepal
Ms. Mukta Aggarwal — Haryana
Dr. S. K. Mishra — State Coordinator, Uttar Pradesh
Through their respective regional roles, these leaders contribute to strengthening professional connections, encouraging participation in educational initiatives and promoting the exchange of ideas among school principals and education professionals.
WASP recognises that meaningful educational development requires collaboration at every level. Regional leadership plays a valuable role in connecting local needs with wider professional opportunities and shared global aspirations.
By encouraging cooperation across regions and educational systems, WASP seeks to create a supportive environment in which school leaders can exchange experiences, explore innovative practices and work towards common educational goals.
CORE MEMBERS: THE STRENGTH OF COLLECTIVE LEADERSHIP
The Core Members form an important part of WASP’s professional community, contributing to its programmes, leadership initiatives, networking opportunities and organisational development.
The Core Members featured in the leadership directory are:
Dr. Reena Maxwell
Dr. Jain Sonal
Mr. Prantik Bose
Mr. Rajendra Shah
Dr. Jacqueline Mahadik
Ms. Mona Sawan
Mr. Nahid Raza
Mr. Vineet Tripathi
Mr. Rohit Singh Sengar
Dr. Maria Saghir
Dr. Deepti Sharma
Their collective participation reflects the importance of teamwork, professional engagement and shared responsibility in building a strong educational leadership network.
WASP values the contribution of every member who brings experience, expertise, ideas and commitment to its mission. Through active participation and collaboration, the organisation aims to strengthen its programmes, encourage professional learning and create opportunities for school leaders to engage with emerging educational challenges.
The Core Members are part of a wider community that believes in the power of collective effort and the importance of creating a positive and lasting impact on education.
OUR VISION: BUILDING A GLOBAL MOVEMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
The vision of the World Alliance of School Principals is to create a world where every school is guided by empowered, ethical, innovative and visionary leadership; where every educator is valued, every learner is inspired, and every educational institution is equipped to create meaningful and lasting change.
WASP envisions a globally connected community of school principals, educationists, academic leaders and policymakers working together to shape the future of education.
The organisation aspires to build bridges across nations, cultures and educational systems, creating opportunities for the exchange of knowledge, professional wisdom, innovative practices and transformative ideas.
WASP believes that the future of education depends not only on academic achievement but also on leadership that nurtures character, creativity, critical thinking, compassion, inclusion and lifelong learning.
Its vision extends to schools that prepare learners not merely to succeed in examinations, but to become responsible citizens, confident individuals, ethical leaders and active contributors to a peaceful, progressive and sustainable world.
WASP seeks to encourage a global culture of educational leadership in which innovation is welcomed, diversity is respected, professional growth is continuous and excellence is pursued collectively.
Ultimately, its vision is to make educational leadership a powerful force for positive change—one that inspires institutions, empowers educators and opens new possibilities for generations to come.
OUR MISSION: EMPOWERING LEADERS, TRANSFORMING SCHOOLS, INSPIRING GENERATIONS
The mission of WASP is to empower school principals and educational leaders through professional development, global networking, knowledge-sharing, collaboration and meaningful institutional partnerships.
The organisation is committed to creating a dynamic professional platform where school leaders can exchange experiences, explore emerging educational practices, address common challenges and develop innovative approaches to improve teaching, learning and school management.
Its mission is guided by the following priorities:
1. Empowering Educational Leadership
WASP seeks to strengthen the leadership capacities of principals and school administrators by encouraging strategic thinking, ethical decision-making, effective communication, institutional management and visionary school development.
2. Building a Global Community of Principals
The organisation aims to connect educational leaders across countries, states, cultures and educational systems, fostering mutual respect, professional solidarity and meaningful international collaboration.
3. Promoting Innovation and Future-Ready Education
WASP encourages the thoughtful integration of technology, digital learning, artificial intelligence, experiential education and innovative pedagogies to prepare schools for the evolving needs of learners and society.
4. Advancing Professional Learning and Knowledge Exchange
Through conferences, leadership summits, webinars, expert dialogues, mentoring opportunities and professional workshops, WASP seeks to facilitate continuous learning and the exchange of practical insights among education professionals.
5. Recognising and Celebrating Educational Excellence
WASP endeavours to recognise the contributions of outstanding principals, teachers, educationists and institutions whose dedication, leadership and innovation create meaningful impact in education and society.
6. Encouraging Collaboration and Strategic Partnerships
The organisation aims to develop constructive relationships with educational institutions, universities, policymakers, government bodies, EdTech organisations and other stakeholders to support shared learning, institutional growth and educational advancement.
7. Championing Inclusive and Equitable Education
WASP promotes educational environments that respect diversity, recognise individual potential and encourage equal opportunities for learning, leadership and personal development, irrespective of background or circumstance.
8. Supporting Teachers and Strengthening School Communities
Recognising teachers as the foundation of meaningful learning, WASP encourages leadership practices that support professional growth, teamwork, well-being, creativity and a positive school culture.
9. Fostering Ethical, Responsible and Compassionate Leadership
The organisation promotes integrity, accountability, transparency, empathy and social responsibility as essential qualities of effective educational leadership.
10. Preparing Schools for Tomorrow
WASP encourages forward-thinking leadership that responds to changing educational needs, emerging technologies and global challenges while preserving the human values that remain at the heart of education.
Through these priorities, WASP seeks to support a culture in which educational leaders are not isolated in their responsibilities but connected through a professional network that encourages learning, cooperation and continuous improvement.
OUR CORE PURPOSE: LEADERSHIP WITH IMPACT
WASP stands for the belief that when school leaders grow, schools grow; when schools grow, communities prosper; and when communities prosper, nations move forward.
Its purpose extends beyond connecting professionals. It is about creating an environment in which knowledge becomes action, collaboration becomes opportunity, recognition becomes inspiration and leadership becomes a catalyst for positive change.
WASP aspires to nurture a culture in which experienced leaders mentor emerging professionals, principals support one another, innovative ideas find meaningful applications and educational achievements are celebrated as collective progress.
The organisation believes that strong leadership must be grounded in purpose, guided by values and measured by its positive influence on people and institutions.
Through its leadership community, WASP seeks to encourage principals to become not only effective administrators but also mentors, innovators, problem-solvers and champions of educational transformation.
By supporting collaboration and professional engagement, WASP aims to help school leaders navigate challenges with confidence, develop sustainable practices and create school environments that encourage curiosity, creativity, inclusion and lifelong learning.
OUR COMMITMENT TO TEACHERS, STUDENTS AND SOCIETY
At the heart of every educational institution are the people it serves. WASP recognises that the success of schools depends on the combined efforts of school leaders, teachers, students, parents and communities.
The organisation believes that school leadership must create conditions in which teachers feel supported, students feel encouraged, diversity is respected and learning becomes a meaningful lifelong journey.
WASP seeks to promote leadership approaches that value the professional contribution of teachers, encourage student-centred learning and strengthen relationships between schools and their communities.
It also recognises the importance of preparing learners for a rapidly changing world by encouraging critical thinking, communication, creativity, responsible technology use, ethical awareness and global citizenship.
By placing people and purpose at the centre of educational leadership, WASP aspires to contribute to schools that are academically strong, socially responsible, emotionally supportive and responsive to the needs of future generations.
GLOBAL COLLABORATION: CONNECTING LEADERS BEYOND BORDERS
In an increasingly interconnected world, educational challenges and opportunities frequently extend beyond geographical boundaries. WASP believes that collaboration among educational leaders can generate fresh perspectives, encourage innovation and create opportunities for shared progress.
The organisation seeks to facilitate meaningful connections among school principals, educational institutions and professional communities across different regions and countries.
Through international dialogue, knowledge exchange and collaborative initiatives, WASP aims to encourage the sharing of successful practices, the exploration of emerging educational trends and the development of solutions to common challenges.
Its global outlook is rooted in the understanding that every educational system has valuable experiences to share and that professional cooperation can strengthen the collective capacity of schools to respond to change.
WASP aspires to foster a community where differences in culture, experience and educational context become opportunities for learning rather than barriers to collaboration.
Its ambition is clear: to connect educational leaders, strengthen professional relationships and transform shared knowledge into meaningful educational progress.
LEADERSHIP THAT CONNECTS. COLLABORATION THAT TRANSFORMS.
The presentation of the Global Leadership & Leadership Council marks an important milestone in showcasing WASP’s organisational structure, professional community and commitment to advancing educational leadership.
The leadership directory brings together individuals serving in global, national, regional and core leadership capacities, reflecting a shared aspiration to strengthen the educational community through cooperation and purposeful action.
As WASP continues to develop its professional network, it aims to encourage greater participation, expand opportunities for meaningful engagement and support initiatives that promote school improvement and educational excellence.
The organisation acknowledges that lasting progress is achieved through consistent effort, shared responsibility and a willingness to learn from others.
Its leadership philosophy is founded on the belief that meaningful change begins with a clear vision, grows through collective commitment and creates lasting impact when translated into action.
LOOKING AHEAD: A STRONGER FUTURE FOR GLOBAL EDUCATION
As education continues to evolve, WASP remains committed to encouraging leadership that is adaptable, innovative, inclusive and responsive to the aspirations of learners and communities.
The organisation aims to strengthen professional networks, promote opportunities for continuous learning and support partnerships that contribute to the development of effective and future-ready schools.
Its long-term aspirations include encouraging leadership development, facilitating the exchange of educational expertise, celebrating meaningful contributions to the profession and promoting cooperation among institutions and stakeholders.
WASP recognises that transforming education is a continuous journey that requires vision, courage, collaboration and a shared sense of responsibility.
Through its global leadership network and collective commitment, the organisation seeks to contribute to an educational future in which schools become centres of excellence, teachers become empowered professionals, principals become inspiring leaders and students become confident, compassionate and capable citizens of the world.
The message of WASP is both simple and profound: education transforms lives, leadership transforms institutions, and collaboration transforms possibilities into progress.
ABOUT THE WORLD ALLIANCE OF SCHOOL PRINCIPALS (WASP)
The *World Alliance of School Principals (WASP)* is a professional platform dedicated to strengthening school leadership, connecting education professionals and encouraging collaboration across the global education community.
Through leadership initiatives, knowledge-sharing opportunities, professional engagement and international collaboration, WASP aspires to support educational excellence and contribute to the development of stronger, more inclusive and future-ready schools.
Guided by a commitment to professional growth, shared knowledge and purposeful leadership, WASP seeks to bring educational leaders together around a common goal: creating a better future through education.
*WASP — Where Minds Breathe, Leaders Emerge.*
A GLOBAL VISION. A UNITED LEADERSHIP. A STRONGER FUTURE.
Together, we lead. Together, we inspire. Together, we transform education.
WORLD ALLIANCE OF SCHOOL PRINCIPALS (WASP)
Website: www.waspglobal.org
