Prajakta Dhapte

Prajakta Dhapte works as a Communications Associate at the Centre for Mental Health Law & Policy, ILS, Pune. With a Master of Arts in Health and Medical Journalism from the University of Georgia and a Master’s in Virology from the National Institute of Virology, Pune, she brings a unique blend of scientific understanding and storytelling skills to her work. Prajakta is deeply interested in the intersection of health communication and public health, particularly in the context of mental health.

In her free time, she enjoys playing basketball, reading, and exploring different cuisines.

Professional interests: health communication, science writing, and use of digital media to promote public health