The fellows embarked on their professional journey at ISA with an intensive workshop on Result-Based Project Management, focusing on structuring projects using the Theory of Change concept. We caught up with two of our fellows to hear their impressions about the workshop, and here’s what they had to say: Evangelista: “I had a great experience

“I am taking part in ISA because I believe in the motto, ‘leave no one behind ’. HIV is a global pandemic and I would love to copy, exchange and partner with ideas that institutions in other countries have implemented to combat its spread.“ Sally has 7 years of experience working with PEPFAR-funded organisations in various regions in Kenya

“Participating in ISA will undoubtedly be an essential asset for my community project because it can help me, throughout my research, to get the necessary resources to carry out my project once I am back home and strengthen my experience at the same time.” Djivenson Macius is a climate activist and educator in Haiti. Djivenson

“I’m joining the ISA program because I’m passionate about empowering communities and enabling sustainability. My vision is a world where our environmental efforts combat pollution while also contributing to poverty alleviation and fostering greater social fairness.” Hung Bee Ling, co-founder of Hara Makers, leads the ‘Reimagine Plastic’ Project, focusing on environmental preservation and creating economic opportunities for

“Helping rural communities adapt to their changing environments is my passion. Knowing that at ISA I’ll be able to support those struggling in poor rural areas and contribute to wildlife conservation, adds even more meaning to this opportunity.” Evangelista Vambe has six years’ experience in the field of development communication gained from working with the mass

“I believe that the International Sustainability Academy (ISA) is a powerful platform to share my vision and nourish it to scale my vision globally to solve the conversing crisis that we are facing today”  Madan Poudel is a social entrepreneur from Nepal. His true calling lies in building models for resilient and regenerative food systems.

“As the ISA program representative for my village, I firmly believe that village-based tourism is a sustainable way to empower the local community, particularly the youth, women farmer group and housewives, for a better future and prosperity.”  Sri Trisnawati (29 years old) has 5 years of experience working with a Japanese NGO (Yui-Tool Kaihatsu Labo) focused

“I am taking part in ISA because the management of water hyacinth in my community is crucial to combat food insecurity and reduce risks of droughts and floods. By making value-added products from water hyacinth, we are creating a sustainable solution that benefits both the community and nature”   Sushmita Krishnan (24 years old) has

“I am taking part in the ISA because I believe that proper management of wetlands can provide the instrument to sustain human well-being.”   Chimwemwe Tembo serves as a Biologist and fisheries officer for the Malawian government, focusing on conserving aquatic life within the Lake Chilwa wetland biosphere reserve. He has 8 years of experience

“I see ISA as the best opportunity to enhance my skills and empower local communities for habitat restoration, addressing climate change impacts in Brazil.” Nondas Silva (32) is a forest engineer with extensive experience in empowering rural communities in Minas Gerais, Brazil. He empowers rural communities through native seed collection for landscape restoration within the globally significant