Who We Are
IMK Research and Consulting Foundation — committed to generating evidence that matters.
Our Story
IMK Research and Consulting Foundation was established when three individuals came together with a shared vision to create meaningful pathways for sustainable development. Anchored in grassroots experiences, a deep understanding of community realities, and a shared passion for evidence-based change, they recognised an urgent need for research, advisory, and specialised consulting that truly reflects people's voices.
What began as a small effort to bridge the persistent gaps between policy and practice has grown into a robust commitment to evidence-based, ethical, and inclusive development.
Our Objective & Approach
Our Mission
To make research human, to make evidence matter, and to ensure that the communities we serve are not just beneficiaries of development — but active agents of change.
Our Vision
A world where development decisions are informed by rigorous evidence, grounded in community voices, and driven by ethical practice.
Our Values
Evidence, Ethics, Equity — these are not just values, they are our everyday practice. We embed them across every project and partnership.
Our Leadership Team
A multi-disciplinary team of development professionals, researchers, and specialists with decades of combined field experience.
Dr. Minashree Horo
Co-Founder and Director Programmes
Dr. Minashree Horo is a Public Health Researcher and Health Systems Specialist with a PhD in Social Medicine and Communi...
Dr. Ipsha Chaand
Co-Founder and Director Research
Dr. Ipsha Chaand is a public health researcher with 7 years of experience in WASH, RMNCH+A, nutrition, and health system...
Dr. Richa Chhabra
Director: Knowledge Management
Dr. Richa Chhabra is a seasoned public health professional with over 24 years of experience, including 17 years in the G...
Ms. Abha Ekka
Director: New Initiatives and Implementation
Abha Ekka is a development professional and social work leader with over 21 years of experience in program design, manag...
Ms. Aditi Dikey
Director : Gender and Policy
Aditi Dikey is a development professional with over two decades of expertise in gender research, knowledge management, a...
Ms. Aminara Hazarika
Office Administrator
Ms. Aminara Hazarika has over five years in education administration and early childhood management. She holds a first-c...
Our Strategic Partners
Expert professionals collaborating with IMK on specialised research and development initiatives.
Dr. Nabanita Borah
Climate Resilience and DevelopmentStrategic Partner
Transdisciplinary researcher with a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences. Expert in climate resilience and development research.
Ms. Dunna Devishree
Quantitative Data AnalyticsStrategic Partner
Doctoral researcher at University of Johannesburg. Expert in systematic reviews and quantitative data analytics.
Ms. Pallavi Kalita
Data Analytics and VisualizationStrategic Partner
TISS graduate with strong expertise in quantitative research, sampling frameworks, and data visualization.