[3][4] She was inspired by her parents to volunteer for school and community activities from a young age.

[6] She has served on the board of a number of charities such as Inspiring Stories Trust, Dress for Success Wellington and Trade Aid.

In 2015, Dhiru was appointed executive director of 2020 Communications Trust, an organisation focused on supporting digital literacy for all New Zealanders.

[1][9] Dhiru was the vice-president of the National Council of Women of New Zealand from 2015 to 2017, when she was appointed president.

[7] In the 2021 New Year Honours, Dhiru was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to community and gender rights.