Hello,

I am Vishaka George and with 10 years of experience, I work at the crossroads of journalism, storytelling and impact driven communication.

 

At the People’s Archive of Rural India (PARI), I combined reporting, editing, and digital storytelling to make hard-hitting, deeply human stories seen and felt. Under me, PARI’s Instagram grew to 120,000+, significantly expanding its reach and voice.

 

Now at Dasra’s ClimateRise Alliance, I help civil society organisations and philanthropy build stronger, more intentional communications within communities and across public platforms.

 

My two fictional books, born from fieldwork, reinforced the essentials of storytelling: clarity, empathy, and the power to move. That thread runs through everything I do.

What I Offer

Case Study & Impact Story Development

I translate fieldwork, programs, and interventions into powerful case studies (text, photo, and video) that demonstrate your value and success.
Outcome: Engaging, emotionally resonant content that showcases your impact and builds trust.

Workshops & Storytelling Training

I design and facilitate storytelling workshops for professionals across industries — from advertising to journalism and engineering. These sessions focus on identifying stories, conducting strong interviews, and shaping narratives that connect.
Outcome: A practical approach to storytelling that builds confidence, sharpens communication, and encourages writing that moves people.

Strategic Messaging & Website Rewrites

Full rehaul of website content with a focus on clarity, structure, tone, and alignment with your mission.
Outcome: A professional, consistent voice that reflects who you are and what you do — clearly and persuasively.

Social Media & Outreach Strategy

Crafting a practical content approach for social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, newsletters) to amplify your work consistently and meaningfully.
Outcome: A content strategy that suits your work, while expanding your visibility.

Vision & Mission Translation

Helping founders and leadership teams clarify their vision, mission, and values — and articulate them with strength and nuance.
Outcome: Messaging that is aligned internally and inspiring externally.

What People Say

Mentors & Collaborators

Vishaka was and remains one of PARI’s earliest, most brilliant finds.
Palagummi Sainath
Founder Editor, PARI
I’ve leaned heavily on her vitality in workshops and journalistic eye for a story. I’ve learnt a lot from and with her.
Priti David
Executive Editor, PARI

Workshops & Training

Vishaka made the session vibrant and engaging, with sharp writing examples and patient listening, a rare mix.
Krishnamurthy N
CEO, VSM Software
Insightful and practical. The tools and resources she shared are shaping our comms strategy.
Chandrika Patnaik
Communications Manager, Gram Vikas
The workshop changed how I build stories on social media. Clear, structured, and helpful. Vishaka is a fantastic trainer.
Swaathi Bala
The Banyan

On My Writing

The characters felt so real. I laughed, cried, and got frustrated. That’s what made the book so powerful.
Nithya Naag
on The House of Uncommons
Though written for children, the book is captivating, moving, and eye-opening for adults, highlighting how stigma and discrimination are taught.
Urvashi HV
on The House of Uncommons

Writing

Longform

Quick Reads

Books

Background

I began my career as a Companies News Correspondent at Reuters, covering earnings and mergers — a world far from the impact-driven storytelling I focus on today.

I studied Political Science and Economics at St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi, and Television News at the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai.

Thank you for reading

Feel free to reach out if you’re looking for support with:

— A communications project

— A storytelling workshop

— Long-term team training

sarah@vishakageorge.com