Meet The Team
ULHAS TAYADE
Ulhas Govind Tayade, born on the 24th January 1976 in Amravati District of Maharastra.
His life aspiration and ambitions revolved around majorly 2 areas - one that of the creative field (acting, directing and writing) and the other in the Socio-Political field.
Hailing from a smallish town, Ulhas’s education was more restic and holistic. He was a typical naughty, hyperactive child who evolved into a multitalented, multifaceted individual excelling in Sports and creatives and under as mastering language and communication.
The period of his MBA Studies in Pune, also marked his advent into theatricals, which eventually lead him to the small screen and then into big screen.
His earlier days saw him light up the small screen with his disdain as “Sai” in Duniyadari.
Thereafter, he dabbled as an actor in films from the South of India, HBO productions, ITv as a character artist and negative roles.
His passion however is in writing and direction. He has written multiple scripts revolving around serious issues such as the political turmoil during the infamous “1975 etc.,
He has received critical acclaim for his will throughout and executed short films “If Ever…" " A Black And White Rainbow", "Hope Stems Forever", etc.
As avid follower of current world and Indian politics, Ulhas has in-depth knowledge of the of Indian Politics. His work, as to under “We protect Foundation” has saw him into the socio political arena as the crusader for the least empowerment, the displaced and the homeless.
He strives to get the indigenous tribes, the Adivasis, the nomadic tribe communities,minorities and underprivileged people their basic rights of food, clothing and shelter and education.
OUR
HARD WORKING
CORE TEAM MEMBERS
Ajay Pradhan
Is one of the founder members of We Protect and has been there since the inception. He looks after day to day activities of the slums.
Hanumanta Chauhan
Is again has been the part of We Protect and co-ordinates between the municipal schools and the Badhwar Park slum kids.
John Julius
I really enjoy working with a wide variety of people to achieve a common goal efficiently and realistically. My life is full of experiments and achievements. I have got success many times and many times I have failed also. This all has truly taught me the importance of rising again and striking again. I continue to update myself to be the better version of myself. I like to motivate people and get inspiration from great people. I like peace…
Krishnendu Biswas
I feel privileged to be part of this group and hope to bring value to the best of my abilities. The brass tacks: an engineer-MBA with 10 years of employment as an investment banker and currently trying to hack it on my own.
Dr Nanadini Gokulchandran
She is a respected researcher who found her calling in stem cell research with TIFR and is continuing her contribution towards it at NeuroGen today. Currently working as Head- Medical Services and Clinical Research at NeuroGen Brain and Spine Institute, Navi Mumbai for 10 years.
Navin
Mendon
Hotelier and a multifaceted person having his interests in social activism and Sports. Navin has been a core member of We Protect Foundation.
Satish Upadhyay
I started his career mostly in the creative fields, dabbling simultaneously into Theatre, Paintings and other creative arts. Later Satish ran his animation company quite successfully and finally settled into Cartooning. Now Satish is an eminent lawyer in Nagpur High Court
Tayyab Ansari
Is also one of the founding stones of this organization and looks after the basic organizational activities.
Vaibhav Bhatkar
He is a Software Engineer with 15+ years of experience. Vaibhav comes from a humble background and believes whatever good he has done with his life wouldn't have been possible without the support from the society. Vaibhav wants to help as many people as possible with the skills he has.
Dr. S. Varalakshmi
I have had more than 35 years experience in the spheres of media and communication, having successfully delivered projects with Indian and foreign stakeholders.She Also Headed the Prestigious JaiHind College, Mumbai
Manish Verma
He is one of the oldest members of the organisation. Is renowned music producer, lyricist, singer and composer. Manish has done his classical music traning from prestigious Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, New Delhi. His soul stirring compositions will touch your heart for sure.