“I engage in ISA because I believe that effectively addressing the urgent climate goals and energy transition necessitates a people-centric approach. It is crucial to ensure that vulnerable communities and workers are not left behind in the process. For this, just transition will be vital.” Rajeev Ranjan (38 years), is a researcher and practitioner from

“I am taking part in the ISA because I believe that solution from the nature Lepironia grass, an alternative to single-use plastic, is vital in reducing plastic waste and pollution, mitigate to climate change, and improving the livelihoods of disadvantaged people. With the mission to reduce plastic straws by 2027, together we are making the

“I am taking part in ISA to gain new perspectives, connect to a network of experts, and enjoy this transformative experience. I am excited to share the lessons and knowledge I will gain from this fellowship to my home country, the Philippines, so I can further contribute to our gender and health initiatives particularly in

“I am taking part in ISA because I believe that proper waste management of solid waste in Guatemala City is possible in order to contribute to the solution of contamination in the Las Vacas River. By creating new approaches, job opportunities, inclusion of communities and seeking the improvement of business models based on community participation.“

“I feel a great affinity with the ISA fellowship program because my personal process has been enabled by finding people and organizations that believe in building capacities for solving problems from an innovative perspective. ISA offers both, the opportunity of working side by side with colleagues that share a transformative vision, and the experience of

“I am participating in the ISA because I firmly believe that it is one of the finest platforms for learning and sharing knowledge. Specifically, my main focus is on gaining insights into shaping sustainable mountain tourism and developing a climate-resilient and inclusive tourism model for rural mountain communities. Participating in the ISA will provide me

As a medical worker by profession, I was always drawn to people. My approach was to go beyond treating the physical symptoms and trying to ensure proper care of the mind as well. I love encouraging young doctors and students, especially for finding a way together to build a better healthcare system. The goal must

Three weeks ago, I embarked on an internship with the Gender Team at the Royal Tropical Institute in the Netherlands (KIT Royal). These past few weeks have been incredible, providing me with invaluable knowledge, insights, and inspiration to drive my project, SoyAgricultora, dedicated to empowering female farmers in the Galapagos Islands. Today, I want to

Cynthia: Living together, Working together The concept of the ISA working together and living together has been an opportunity for me to find common ground with other fellows from different parts of the world – a true melting pot. In our shared flat we are four fellows from Nigeria, Kenia, Jamaica, and Georgia. Although sharing

The 2023 ISA Alumni Network event was the first of its kind, and it set the perfect tone for the second year of the alumni network by showcasing the successful collaboration of ISA alumni. The event was a celebration of this momentum, and it provided an excellent platform for ISA alumni to come together to