Dr. Prasath Selvaraj currently serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Social Work, School of Social & Behavioural Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore campus.
Dr. Prasath Selvaraj is dedicated to reshaping social work education through hands-on, immersive approaches. Holding a PhD in Social Work from Pondicherry Central University, with the distinction of qualifying for UGC-NET and obtaining a Senior Research Fellowship, Dr. Prasath’s academic and professional focus lies in fostering behavioral change interventions, community health, and environmental responsibility. His work blends experiential learning and interdisciplinary methods to instill social responsibility and resilience in his students.
Dr. Prasath’s research focuses on wellbeing, nature connection, environment and digital behaviours, particularly in relation to gender and young adults. His published work includes studies on nature relatedness, mental wellbeing, and pro-environmental behavior, reflecting a commitment to understanding the human-nature connection in a fast-evolving digital age.
With a strong dedication to experiential teaching, Dr. Prasath has conducted impactful training programs for special educators and social work students, guiding them in integrating environmental and social perspectives into their practice. His programs emphasize real-world applications, such as using nature-based interventions and fostering a sense of environmental responsibility, which equip students and educators to drive meaningful change in their communities.
Throughout his career, Dr. Prasath has worked with prominent organizations like Greenpeace India and Avanti Fellows, fostering environmental advocacy and educational equity. He has also led transformative initiatives, including a solidarity march for student empowerment and extensive field-based training sessions on environmental social work, making him a versatile educator who thrives on community engagement.
An advocate for subtle yet impactful leadership, Dr. Prasath values empathy, empowerment, and the ability to inspire through action. His approach to teaching and research is shaped by years of field experience, volunteerism, and global exposure, making him a dynamic contributor to the social work field.
