IAAS Strategic Committee (ISC)
The Food & Agriculture Youth Institute (FAYI) is an independent committee that deals with sustainability, climate change, and biodiversity
Activity reports
what ISC is all about?
FAYI was born from our focus on climate adaptation and the belief that millennials and Gen Z are key to the sustainable future of food and agriculture.
What is a Think Tank?
A think tank can also be referred to as a think factory or policy institute and it is an organization that gathers a group of interdisciplinary scholars۔
Our Focus Areas
We perform research on specific policies, issues, and ideas.
Broad Scope
Our work spans social policy, public policy, economic policy, political strategy, culture, and technology.
Driving Impact
We bridge knowledge and policy-making to influence future policy decisions.
ISC and IAAS World
At IAAS, we serve as an independent committee focused on sustainability, climate change, and biodiversity, sharing expert insights through publications, conferences, and seminars.
ISC’s Mission
We aim to engage youth in tackling global challenges in climate change, food, and agriculture through capacity building, policy-making, and advocacy. Our goal is to educate and empower them to act sustainably in line with the SDGs, while connecting members with institutions, experts, and opportunities such as conferences and UN negotiations.
ISC’s Vision
We inspire people to take action toward solving global challenges in agriculture, food, and climate. Through collaboration and innovation, we empower individuals to create meaningful change. Our mission is to build awareness, drive sustainable solutions, and foster global responsibility.
What are our typical activities?
Already mentioned in our mission statement, our specific activities consist of:
Policy Papers & Advocacy
Capacity Building & Member Training
Advocacy & Policy Promotion
educating and empowering youth
connecting with community
our key team members and think tanks
Upendra Bhusal
Head
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Zakia Sultana
Secretary
Gyanendra Kunwar
Finance Director
Gyanendra Kunwar
Finance Director
How can you be part of ISC?
For any questions, doubts or problems, please drop us an email at strategy@iaasworld.org
Joining a think tank
Our two active think tanks are the Climate Adaptation and Food Safety & Security Think Tanks. Join to contribute your expertise, learn, and support ongoing projects—or propose your own ideas!
Creating a think tank
Want to start a new think tank? Gather at least 5 members from 3+ countries on a topic relevant to IAAS and different from existing ones.
Become a member
Our two active think tanks are the Climate Adaptation and Food Safety & Security Think Tanks. Join to contribute your expertise, learn, and support ongoing projects—or propose your own ideas!