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Shilpa. R 

Ph.D., Bangalore University
Assistant Professor

Shilpa. R 

Ph.D., Bangalore University
shilpa.v@chanakyaversity.edu.in  
Social Work Practice and Theories, Adolescent Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being, Rural Development and Women Empowerment, Family Studies and Intergenerational Relations, Community Development and NGO Interventions, Corporate Social Responsibility.

My research is driven by a deep commitment to understanding social issues at the grassroots level and contributing evidence-based insights that strengthen communities. Over the past decade, my work has focused primarily on adolescent mental health, rural development, gender issues, and the evolving nature of Indian family systems. I am particularly interested in how socio-economic conditions and familial environments shape individual well-being and life opportunities, especially among vulnerable populations such as rural adolescent girls and working women.

My doctoral research explored the psycho-social conditions of rural adolescent girls, examining how socio-economic status influences depression, anxiety, stress, quality of life, and interpersonal relationships. This work strengthened my interest in adolescent psychology, gendered vulnerabilities, and rural inequalities, and continues to guide my ongoing academic pursuits. I believe that psychological well-being cannot be studied in isolation but must always be understood in relation to family structures, community norms, and socio-cultural environments.

I am also actively engaged in research on intergenerational relations, family value transmission, and the shifting functions of the Indian family. In the context of rapid modernization and the ideals of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, I aim to examine how families renegotiate caregiving responsibilities, parenting practices, and traditional values. My ongoing ICSSR-funded project, where I serve as Co-Project Director, investigates the cultural role of Halakki Vokkaliga women in preserving tribal heritage, an area that reflects my broader interest in indigenous knowledge systems and community resilience.

Across all my work, I seek to integrate academic rigor with socially meaningful outcomes. I strongly believe that research should inform policy, strengthen institutions, and empower communities. Moving forward, I aim to expand my research into comparative family studies, the mental health of marginalized adolescents, women’s leadership in rural contexts, and the impact of socio-cultural transitions on well-being. Ultimately, my quest is to produce scholarship that is grounded, relevant, and impactful, research that contributes to a more equitable and compassionate society.

Dr. Shilpa R is an Assistant Professor in the School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at Chanakya University. She holds a Ph.D. in Social Work from Bangalore University, where her doctoral research examined the psycho-social conditions of rural adolescent girls. Prior to joining Chanakya University, she served as a Faculty Member in the Department of Social Work at Bangalore North University, and Bangalore University, where she taught for more than thirteen years. She also served as a Welfare Officer at Go Go International Pvt. Ltd. and as an Administrative Manager at Manasa Hospital, gaining valuable field and organizational experience.

Dr. Shilpa has published extensively in reputed national and international journals on themes such as adolescent mental health, women’s issues, socio-economic vulnerabilities, rural development, and the role of NGOs in social transformation. She has presented papers at multiple national and international conferences and has served as a resource person for workshops on democracy, problem-solving abilities, and adolescent issues. She is currently the Co-Project Director of an ICSSR-funded study on women-led preservation of tribal heritage.

With strong interests in community-based research, family studies, and social development, Dr. Shilpa continues to contribute actively to teaching, research, and academic service.

  • Ph.D., Bangalore University
  • UGC-NET
  • PG Diploma in HRM- Bangalore University
  • MSW- Bangalore University

Journal Publications

  1. Shilpa, R. (2019). Influence of socio-economic status on quality of life among rural adolescent girls. International Journal of Psychology and Psychiatry, ISSN 2320-6233.
  2. Shilpa, R. (2019). Influence of socio-economic status on depression, anxiety and stress among rural adolescent girls. International Journal of Indian Psychology, ISSN 2348-5396 (Online), 2349-3429 (Print).
  3. Shilpa, R. (2019). A study on problems faced by working women at workplace. IJRAR, e-ISSN 2348-1269, p-ISSN 2349-5138.
  4. Shilpa, R. (2019). A study on problems faced by working women staying in paying guest accommodation. IJRAR, e-ISSN 2348-1269, p-ISSN 2349-5138.
  5. Shilpa, R. (2019). A study on the role of NGOs in social development. JETIR, ISSN 2349-5162.
  6. Shilpa, R. (2022). Demographic characteristics and socio-economic status of rural adolescent girls. International Journal of Novel Research & Development (IJNRD), ISSN 2456-4184.
  7. Shilpa, R. (2025). Psychosocial determinants of quality of life among adolescent girls in India: An exploratory study. Innovation, ISSN 1965-0256 (Online), 1267-4982 (Print). (Scopus indexed)

Edited Book

  1. Shilpa, R. (Ed.). (2025). The power of multidisciplinary perspectives in academic research. Multi Spectrum Publications. ISBN 978-81-993959-2-3.

Book Chapter

  1. Shilpa, R. (2025). Community-centric governance for industrial decarbonization: The role of public–private–community partnerships in emerging economies. In Engineering solutions and business strategies for industrial decarbonization. Springer.

Conference Papers, Presentations

Paper Presentations

  1. Shilpa, R. (2015). Impact of micro finance among women SHGs and rural sustainable development in dairy farming families. National Conference on Sustainable Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation, Tumkur University.
  2. Shilpa, R. (2016). Status of education among Scheduled Tribes. National Conference on “Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Vision for Enlightened India”.
  3. Shilpa, R. (2016). Corporate social responsibility & practice. National Conference on Indian Socio-Economic, Political, Cultural Heritage (1800–2016 AD).
  4. Shilpa, R. (2025). Psychological wellbeing of senior citizens: A gerontological perspective. International Conference on Emerging Trends in Multidisciplinary Research and Technology. ISBN 978-81-990257-2-1.
  5. Shilpa, R. (2014). Mechanism of action of cold abdominal pack on diabetes mellitus. 20th International Conference on Frontiers in Yoga Research & Applications.
  6. Shilpa, R. (2014). Effect of Pranayama on stress-induced dysmenorrhea in adolescent females. International Conference on Yoga & Naturopathy, SDM College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences.

Peer-reviewed Publications

  1. Shilpa, R. (2015). Success & growth of women entrepreneurs in Bangalore rural district. Eleventh Biennial Conference on Entrepreneurship, Vol. II, pp. 1038–1045. ISBN 978-93-80574-78-3.
  2. Shilpa, R. (2018). Corporate social responsibility & practice. National Conference on New Trends in Indian History (1800–2016 AD), pp. 301–302. ISBN 978-81-920681-3-8.
  3. Shilpa, R. (2019). Status of education among Scheduled Tribes. Indian Cultural Transitions, pp. 279–281. ISBN 978-81-940165-0-2.
  4. Shilpa, R. (2019). Impact of micro finance on women empowerment. Indian Cultural Transitions, pp. 390–392. ISBN 978-81-940165-0-2.

Project 1

  • Title: The Role of Halakki Vokkaliga Women in Preserving Tribal Heritage
  • Duration: 1 years -Ongoing
  • Granting Agency: ICSSR
  • Role: CO-Principal Investigator
  • Grant Amount: ₹25 lakhs

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