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Ziba Irani

Mumbles

Summary

Dedicated professional from India, currently completing an MSc in Psychology in the United Kingdom, with a strong background in forensic psychology, criminology, and social justice. Experienced in supporting women and children survivors of crime, law enforcement well-being, and access-to-justice initiatives. Skilled in policy-relevant research, data analysis, counselling, and multi-stakeholder engagement. Academically trained with two Master’s degrees (Gold Medalist) and currently completing an MSc in Psychology with research on domestic violence, gender norms, and cultural attitudes. Committed to leveraging evidence-based research to advance gender equality, women’s empowerment, and inclusive policies in development co-operation.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forensic Psychologist

Mpower, Aditya Birla Education Trust.
02.2023 - 03.2024

Project Saksham ( Women and children who are victims of crime, Mumbai Police, Special Protection Units, Regional Police Officers)
- Provided well-being services to women and children survivors of crime, as well as law enforcement officials.
- Delivered psychological counselling and trauma-informed care to survivors of gender-based violence and other crimes.
- Conducted training sessions for officers on mental health, work-life balance, and resilience.
- Promoted to Reporting Manager within six months, recognized for diligence and leadership in project delivery.
- Role combined psychological expertise with legal and policy-relevant engagement, bridging psycho-legal perspectives.

Project Suraksha (Railway Police Force)
- Focused exclusively on the mental health, stress management, and resilience of Railway Police officers.
- Designed and delivered structured interventions to strengthen coping mechanisms in a high-stress policing environment.
- Coordinated with police leadership to integrate well-being practices into routine operations.

Paralegal Aid

Amin Solkar & Misbah Solkar Associates
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Conducted legal research, case documentation, and drafting, contributing to access-to-justice initiatives.
  • Supported legal teams in criminal proceedings involving rape, murder, sexual harassment of women and children, and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) cases in India.
  • Organised and maintained case files, liaising with legal professionals and clients.
  • Gained exposure to human rights law and trauma-informed legal practice.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield, United Kingdom
11-2025

Master of Science - Criminology With Specialization in Forensic Psycho

National Forensic Science University
India
07-2021

Diploma - Forensic Science And Criminal Law

St. Xavier’s Autonomous College
Mumbai, India
01-2018

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Sophia College For Women
Mumbai,India
01-2016

Skills

  • Policy-oriented research & data analysis
  • Report and policy brief writing
  • Stakeholder engagement & collaboration
  • Public speaking and communication
  • Research ethics & integrity
  • Documentation & record-keeping
  • Adaptability, resilience, and problem-solving
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Domestic violence assistance

Certification

  • Diploma in Art Therapy- practical projective art techniques for victim assistance (2021–2022)
  • Workshop: Introduction to Forensic Psychology – Indian judiciary and applied case studies (Oct 2022)
  • Colour Therapy Certification – integrative therapeutic methods (2021)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Forensic Psychologist

Mpower, Aditya Birla Education Trust.
02.2023 - 03.2024

Paralegal Aid

Amin Solkar & Misbah Solkar Associates
03.2022 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Psychology

Sheffield Hallam University

Master of Science - Criminology With Specialization in Forensic Psycho

National Forensic Science University

Diploma - Forensic Science And Criminal Law

St. Xavier’s Autonomous College

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Sophia College For Women
Ziba Irani