About Project GameChangers

We are a grassroots gender empowerment initiative training young women across India to become community leaders through Ultimate Frisbee.

Our Vision

A future where young women are celebrated and they lead change in their communities and beyond.

Our Mission

Project GameChangers is a grassroots gender empowerment initiative that trains young women (100+ participants) in India to become community leaders using a unique sport-based platform – Ultimate Frisbee.

We address the underrepresentation of women in leadership by fostering and normalizing assertive qualities in girls, creating a pipeline of confident future leaders across India.

Our Core Values

Empowerment

We believe in unlocking the leadership potential in every young woman through confidence-building and skill development.

Leadership

We foster assertive leadership qualities that enable young women to drive positive change in their communities.

Community

We build supportive networks where young women can learn, grow, and lead together.

Inclusivity

We create spaces where all young women feel welcome, valued, and empowered regardless of background.

Resilience

We develop mental toughness and adaptability through sport and leadership challenges.

Our Story

Project GameChangers was born from a recognition of the significant gender gap in leadership positions across India. Our founders, passionate about both gender equality and the transformative power of sport, saw an opportunity to address this challenge through Ultimate Frisbee – a sport that naturally builds leadership, strategic thinking, and teamwork.

Starting with a pilot program in 2023, we quickly saw the impact of our approach. Young women who participated not only developed athletic skills but also gained confidence, assertiveness, and leadership abilities that transferred to their everyday lives.

In 2024, we received a grant from the U.S. State Department to expand our program across India. Through partnerships with over 22 NGOs across 13 states, we've been able to reach more than 100 young women, creating a network of emerging leaders who are already making positive changes in their communities.

Today, while facing funding challenges, we remain committed to our mission of empowering young women to become the confident, assertive leaders India needs for a more equitable future.

Our Team

Priya Sharma

Founder & Executive Director

With over 15 years of experience in gender equity initiatives across South Asia, Priya founded Project GameChangers to address the leadership gap she witnessed throughout her career.

Aditya Patel

Program Director

A former national Ultimate Frisbee player, Aditya brings both athletic expertise and 8 years of youth development experience to our leadership curriculum.

Meera Krishnan

Partnerships Manager

Meera coordinates our network of 22+ NGO partners, ensuring our program reaches young women across India with consistent quality and impact.