Shardul Abhyankar

Kia ora, my name is Shardul and I am a registered Occupational Therapist, now working as a Mental Health Coordinator at Mauri Ora—Student Health and Counselling at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. I completed my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in occupational therapy with a specialization in Mental Health and Psychosocial Rehabilitation from universities in India.

Since then, I have worked in various health settings in India and New Zealand. I have been a part of multidisciplinary and multicultural teams that have provided care for people with mental health concerns across the age and gender spectrum. I have enjoyed the roles I have worked in throughout my career, which has brought me to work here at the University, where I have been since 2022.

Outside of work, I take a keen interest in sports—football and cricket in particular. I also love travelling, experiencing different cultures and making meaningful social connections during my travels.