Introduction
B. Preethi Meena is a dedicated social work professional and Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work at Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science, Coimbatore. She is pursuing a Ph.D. in Social Work at Srinivas University, Mangalore, with an expected completion date of August 2025. Her research interests focus on community development, capacity building, and inclusive practices for individuals with disabilities. Preethi Meena earned her Master of Social Work specializing in Social Development from Kristu Jayanti College, Bangalore (2018-2020), and her Bachelor of Business Administration from Bishop Cotton Academy of Professional Management, Bangalore (2015-2018). She is a certified Direct Support Professional trained in Social Role Valorisation (SRV), demonstrating her commitment to ethical and person-centered practices.
Achievements and Activities
Preethi Meena is actively engaged in teaching and mentoring postgraduate social work students, leading community outreach programs for undergraduates, and facilitating workshops, seminars, and faculty exchanges. She also leads the Child Protection Club for undergraduate students, showcasing her dedication to child welfare. Her professional experience includes working with Tech Mahindra Foundation as an Assistant Manager in Education, where she conducted needs analyses, designed training programs, and monitored project progress.
Vision
To contribute to the field of social work by advancing research and promoting inclusive practices that empower marginalized communities, particularly individuals with disabilities.
Strengths
A strong academic background in social work, expertise in community development and capacity building, experience in program coordination and research, and a commitment to ethical and person-centered approaches. Proficient in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, including SPSS and scale development, and possesses strong project management and communication skills.
Hobbies
Traveling, Music and Mandela Art
Inspiration in life
To empower individuals and communities through social work practice, fostering inclusion, and promoting social justice. To contribute to knowledge creation and ethical practices in the field of intellectual disabilities.
Email
preethimeena.b.msw@kclas.ac.in
Research Publication
| Published a blog titled “Embracing Social Role Valorization: Empowering people with intellectual disabilities through valued roles” |
| Published a chapter titled “The significance of parents’ involvement in building adults with intellectual challenges” in the book- Facts and Artifacts of the Society released by the Indian Society of Professional Social Works in 2023 (ISBN 978-8195805581). |
| Published an article titled “Working with Adults with Intellectual Challenges to Enhance Their Employability Skills” in the SAGE Journal of Intellectual Disabilities in 2023. SAGE |
| Presented and published a research paper on “The Association Between Gender and Mental Health Among Working Professionals in Non-Governmental Organization”s, which was included in the Conference Proceedings of Srinivas Publications in 2021 (ISBN 978-81-949961-7-0). |
| Presented and published a research paper on “Mothers as Trainers: An Inclusive and Sustainable Approach” by Grace Reformed Trust and “Person-Centered Approach for Adults with Intellectual Challenges: A Case Study of Diya Foundation,” to a conference on Emerging Horizons in Skill Development, published by Srinivas Publications in 2022 (ISBN 978-93-94676-06-0). |
Presentation in Conference
| Presented the paper titled “Perspective on work life balance of working adults with intellectuals disabilities” n the Annual National Conference of ISPSW on New Vistas in Social Work: Navigating the Changing Landscape in Education, Research and Practice held at University of Mysore on 16th to 18th May, 2024. |
| Presented the paper titled “ Social Role Valorisation and Community Integration : A Case study of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities in the De Novo 2024 International Social work Conference & Students Meet – Second International Emotional Well – Being jointly organized by De Paul Institute of Science and Technology, Angamaly in Collaboration with James Cook University Australia. |
Participation in Conference/ FDP/ Training Program
| Participated in Training Programme on “Valued Lives SRV 5.0: AN Invitational Course on Social Role Valorization” organized by Keystone Institute India, from 6th to 9th August 2024, New Delhi. |
| Participated in Training Programme on “Demystifying Volunteering” organized by RIGHT DOTS and NMCT from 21st and 22nd June, 2024 at Coimbatore. |
| Completed a Program on Foundation of Direct Support offered by Keyston Institute India in the year 2022 |
| Completed a certificate course on Person-Centered Tools offered by Keystone Institute India in the year 2021 |
| Completed a course on Research in Data Analysis in Social Sciences offered by St. Josephs College, India and
Life membership with the Indian Society of Professional Social Workers.
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External Engagements
| Research Assistant in the study on “Education and Skill Profile Needed for Future” funded by NITI AAYOG in Collaboration with Institute for Human Development. (Rs. 75000) February 2025- on going |