Dr. Khan, Honorary Founding Director of the Association for Stimulating Know-How (ASK), has over three decades of experience in advancing child rights and addressing gender issues. His journey began in 1989 with ChildFund India, where he collaborated with grassroots NGOs to lead a flagship initiative combating child labor in Firozabad’s bangle industry. Through this initiative, he engaged stakeholders and government bodies to drive systemic change.
In 1995, Dr. Khan co-founded ASK, an organization dedicated to empowering grassroots initiatives in championing child protection and rights. Four years later, he launched ASK Sankalp, a program focused on maternal and child healthcare, with a particular emphasis on supporting children in the brassware industry and empowering mothers—an initiative that continues to make a meaningful impact today.
Dr. Khan holds a Ph.D. in Gender Studies from the esteemed Jamia Millia Islamia University, underscoring his commitment to advancing the rights of marginalized women and children. With extensive experience across India and South Asia, he remains a steadfast advocate for equitable development and social justice.