Dr Asma Wali holds an MBA and a PhD in Entrepreneurship. Asma has been an Assistant Professor at the University of Kashmir and Delhi Business School for over 8 years and teaches business ethics and management. In 2017, Asma established Poash, a non-political initiative that provides opportunities for female entrepreneurs to establish businesses and promote peace through dialogue by bringing together women from various walks of life and with varied political and social backgrounds. Asma runs various workshops and seminars for Poash members, some of which have included experiences of anxiety in women in conflict affected areas, work life balance for women working in conflict affected and conservative societies, and the role of technology for online sellers. Asma is 38 years old and a mother of two.

March/April 2022 Fellowship: Peacebuilding and Women’s Meaningful Participation in Peacebuilding Processes