SSUNAINA VIJ

Ssunaina Vij is a linguist, interculturalist and Diversity and Inclusion strategist. She is the founder of The Bridge.

As a certified Cultural Intelligence facilitator (CQ), Diversity and inclusion strategist, and FLE (French as Foreign Language) specialist, she is associated with various international and domestic organizations, such as Standard Chartered Bank, TCP GROWTH, American School of Bombay, The Future Work Skills Academy, Alliance Francaise de Bombay, and Delhi. She has also been associated with SIETAR Europa (Society for Intercultural Education Training Research) since 2019.

Ssunaina’s areas of expertise include global leadership development, managing a diverse workforce, creating an inclusive climate, cross-cultural communication, Cultural Intelligence facilitation for inclusive work practice, and teaching French as a foreign and second language. She was recognized by Women Entrepreneur India Magazine- Top 10 Women L&D Consultants in 2021

 Ssunaina’s academic credentials include an advanced diploma in French language, a Master's in French and Francophone literature and, and a scholarship to be part of DAEFLE (Diploma in Teaching French as a Foreign Language). She is currently pursuing an Executive MBA from ISB.

She currently lives in Mumbai with her spouse and son, but refreshes her long-running romance with France and Francophone countries through frequent visits.