Payaswini Tailor

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Payaswini Tailor is the co-founder and head of research and operations at Antara Advisory. She oversees research design and strategic communications, focusing on strengthening knowledge ecosystems. A seasoned strategy professional, Payaswini has led large-scale studies and grant portfolios at the Ford Foundation and Tata Trusts. She is dedicated to centring diverse world views and prioritising Global South social change actors to foster more equitable and impactful development sectors.


Areas of expertise

Gender, rural livelihoods, philanthropy, strategy, research


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Hands shaping a bowl on a potter's wheel with several bowls placed on the ground around the wheel--advisory boards

February 20, 2026
Nonprofits need advisory boards that actually help them grow
From fundraising and strategy to leadership transitions, advisory boards help nonprofits strengthen governance.
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