Launched by British Prime Minister David Cameron on 28 July 2010 in Bangalore, India, Dishaa is a Venture that will expand, enrich and energise relations between India and the UK.
commonpurpose.org/dishaa Venture “Participating in Dishaa was a risk, because it challenged me personally and professionally; but the risk of not doing it and missing out on the learning would have been greater.” Oli Wilkinson, Strategy Consultant, PwC “A fantastic experience to work with the most diverse group I have ever met and to explore how together we could solve the improbable. An intense and very demanding week which stretched, challenged and provided me with a fresh perspective of myself and what people can achieve when they come together and see beyond the solutions, to deliver excellence. Very rewarding and highly recommended.” Dave Spencer, Staff Officer to the President, Association of Chief Police Officers “For me, Dishaa was about celebrating diversity through simple, human conversation and interaction - a powerful catalyst for change.” Meera Harish, Head of Learning and Development (Retail), Titan Industries Ltd “I believe that through a growing network of next generation leaders, India and Britain will not just share and learn from what they each do best, but could build a partnership that could change the world for the better. If Dishaa taught me anything, it was that what seems impossible can very quickly become possible.” Seema Malhotra, Management Consultant “Dishaa opened my eyes to self-awareness and reflection. The week also showed me that by working together with a diverse group of people from both the UK and India, there is so much we can do and so many changes we can make in the world for the better.” Vandana Saxena Poria, CEO, Get Through Guides Pvt. Ltd “The opportunity to have been part of Dishaa was truly inspirational; working with a diverse group through an intriguing process in order to deliver collaborative ideas…it is the most valuable programme I have ever taken part in!” Heather Barrett, Senior Partnerships Manager, The Open University Dishaa testimonials Dishaa (meaning “Direction” in Hindi) is part of a series of Ventures run by international leadership development organisation Common Purpose. Ventures bring together leaders from different locations across the world to learn and work together in a fresh and exciting way to tackle common challenges, developing innovative approaches to problems both new and old.
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commonpurpose.org/dishaa
Venture
“Participating in Dishaa was a risk, because it challenged me personally and professionally; but the risk of not doing it and missing out on the learning would have been greater.” Oli Wilkinson, Strategy Consultant, PwC
“A fantastic experience to work with the most diverse group I have ever met and to explore how together we could solve the improbable. An intense and very demanding week which stretched, challenged and provided me with a fresh perspective of myself and what people can achieve when they come together and see beyond the solutions, to deliver excellence. Very rewarding and highly recommended.” Dave Spencer, Staff Officer to the President, Association of Chief Police Officers
“For me, Dishaa was about celebrating diversity through simple, human conversation and interaction - a powerful catalyst for change.”
Meera Harish, Head of Learning and Development (Retail), Titan Industries Ltd
“I believe that through a growing network of next generation leaders, India and Britain will not just share and learn from what they each do best, but could build a partnership that could change the world for the better. If Dishaa taught me anything, it was that what seems impossible can very quickly become possible.” Seema Malhotra, Management Consultant
“Dishaa opened my eyes to self-awareness and reflection. The week also showed me that by working together with a diverse group of people from both the UK and India, there is so much we can do and so many changes we can make in the world for the better.”
Vandana Saxena Poria, CEO, Get Through Guides Pvt. Ltd
“The opportunity to have been part of Dishaa was truly inspirational; working with a diverse group through an intriguing process in order to deliver collaborative ideas…it is the most valuable programme I have ever taken part in!”
Heather Barrett, Senior Partnerships Manager, The Open University
Dishaa testimonials
Dishaa (meaning “Direction” in Hindi) is part of a series of Ventures run by international leadership development organisation Common Purpose. Ventures bring together leaders from different locations across the world to learn and work together in a fresh and exciting way to tackle common challenges, developing innovative approaches to problems both new and old.
“Exposure at Dishaa has certainly given me a new direction (Dishaa) of thinking. I feel more equipped and motivated to handle complex issues around me. Interaction with brilliant leaders from diverse fields and working together provided a new way of looking at things. I feel enriched after Dishaa and confident that I would be able to contribute more effectively and efficiently within my organisation. We are all set to use this opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of people and also strengthen the relationship between India and the UK by exchange of information and knowledge.”
Prabhat Sinha, Programme Manager, Sightsavers
“Leadership is about developing a team that is driven, sensitive to diversity, engaged and empowered to produce results in a hyper efficient and enjoyable manner. The Dishaa workshop, in 5 days, opened us up to thought provoking questions, connected us with an excellent network of individuals, taught us about cultivating relationships and building coalitions, and initiating ideas collaboratively. I look forward to working with the network.”
Vinai Krishnan, Group CEO Office, Standard Chartered
“Dishaa was a truly life changing experience, one that I suspect I will look back on as being defining.”
“Dishaa is a wonderful experience. It challenges you, shows you how to think and act outside your comfort zone and most importantly it brings together a diverse group of people to formulate some really innovating processes and ideas.”
Janjri Jasani, Partner & Project Head, Centre for Environmental Research and Education
“Dishaa has provided a unique and special UK/India connection. To work with different people from different ways of life on a complex challenging topic has stretched and then invigorated us all to connect in ways that will last into the future.”
Richard Jones, Operations Manager, JCB Earthmovers Ltd
“I feel honoured to have taken part in the inaugural Dishaa Venture. I found it a very challenging but rewarding experience. It has already made a difference to my leadership style, and has led me to take some practical steps to make a continued difference in my community. I hope that the energy and enthusiasm to make changes for the better will continue; it is in our hands to leave a lasting legacy of our week in Pune and I for one intend to play my part.”
Katherine Bryant, Membership Support Manager and Company Secretary, Groundwork UK
