Deepak Sharma
Assistant Professor, Himachal Pradesh University, S
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Dr. Deepak Sharma is an academic, researcher, public policy practitioner, and social development advocate currently serving as Assistant Professor of Public Administration at the CDOE, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. With over a decade of experience in higher education, research, governance, and community engagement, he has established himself as an interdisciplinary scholar.Beyond his academic responsibilities, Dr. Deepak Sharma has demonstrated an enduring commitment to public service, community engagement, and policy advocacy. His work extends beyond the classroom through initiatives that promote participatory governance, public awareness, sustainable development, and evidence-based approaches to human–animal coexistence. He has actively contributed to animal welfare and community development by volunteering and outreach, where he participated in rescue and rehabilitation activities, resource mobilization, fundraising, community outreach, and awareness campaigns. Committed to capacity building, He has also delivered several invited lectures and served as a resource person at national workshops and training programmes on animal welfare, community engagement, and related legal and policy issues.
Advocacy Through Education: Bridging the gap of Human-Dog Coexistence in University Settings
Human-dog interactions have become an increasingly significant issue in urban and institutional spaces across India, often resulting from rising dog bite incidents due to policy paralysis, inadequate awareness, and concerns related to public health and safety. Universities, as centers of learning and social transformation, are crucial junctures that aim to provide a unique opportunity to initiate a dialogue and instill a compassionate and evidence-based approach toward community animals for peaceful coexistence.
By using a case study approach, the research evaluates the impact of awareness initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and animal welfare campaigns and interventions aimed at improving attitudes toward community dogs at Himachal Pradesh University.
The study infers the principles of humane education, social learning, and coexistence theory to analyze how educational programs can serve as an engine of policy creations and influence perceptions and behaviors among students, faculty, and staff. The paper argues that education-based advocacy offers a sustainable and conducive framework for peaceful coexistence in university settings. Finally, the proposal concludes by offering policy recommendations for peaceful coexistence.
Deepak Sharma
Assistant Professor, Himachal Pradesh University, S
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