My journey in the Tourism industry has been a remarkable adventure, rooted in my pursuit of knowledge and passion for sustainable travel. It all began with a Bachelor's degree in Tourism Administration, where I laid the foundation for a fulfilling career. As a Communication Intern at the Pacific Asia Travel Association, I gained invaluable insights into the intricacies of the industry, honing my skills in marketing, public relations, and event coordination. It was here that I realized the potential of tourism to promote cultural exchange and environmental conservation. My dedication paid off when I earned a scholarship to study for a Climate-Friendly Travel Diploma, through SUNx Malta in collaboration with ITS Malta; furthering my commitment to sustainable tourism practices. This experience has not only enriched my knowledge but also solidified my dedication to shaping a more responsible and eco-conscious tourism sector. Climate friendly travel holds immense importance for me when considering the future of travel. My motivation to build people power and fight for climate justice stems from a deep desire to create a future of travel that is truly climate friendly.

Anil G, is a professional social worker, psychologist, environmentalist, journalist and peace facilitator with more than 20 years of experience in devising innovative solutions for social problems. 

Nimish Kathuria is a tourism and sustainability professional with experience in inbound travel, corporate partnerships, and institutional outreach. Associated with Discovery Journeys India, he specializes in creating meaningful tourism initiatives focused on responsible and climate-friendly travel. He is passionate about youth engagement, sustainability education, and building collaborative tourism networks. Through his work with Climate Friendly Travel initiatives, Nimish aims to connect tourism, communities, and climate action in a practical and scalable way. His approach combines industry engagement, relationship building, and long-term impact creation.  

I am Priyadharshini Paramasivam, a tourism expert and a sustainability enthusiast based out of India, with extensive experience across both policy and operations. As a tourism professional with over 7 years of experience in various tourism governance organizations in India, I excel at policy planning, destination promotion, capacity building, and sustainable tourism initiatives. My roles have included consultancy with the Ministry of Tourism, NITI Aayog, Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation, Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management, and private sector research firms, where I have crafted development plans and marketing strategies for diverse tourism destinations. I also have hands-on experience with travel operations at Thomas Cook India, and in training delivery through the Incredible India Tourist Facilitator Certification Programme and my brief stint with SWT Academy. Being an ardent tourism researcher and traveler, I seek to explore the travel routes of India and highlight the country’s immense niche tourism wealth by analyzing how tourism contributes positively to economic prosperity, social equity, and environmental protection in India.

Evangiline Sathiyaraj is a hospitality and management professional a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management and hospitality and her experience in travel and tourism In 2025, she was selected for the Climate Friendly Travel (CFT) Diploma through the Institute of Tourism Studies, Malta, strengthening her understanding of sustainable tourism and climate-conscious development. As a Climate Friendly Travel advocate, she is committed to promoting responsible tourism practices that create long-term value for communities and destinations. Passionate about creating positive impact, she aims to contribute to projects and initiatives that align tourism growth with sustainability goals. She is dedicated to supporting a more resilient and climate-friendly future for the tourism industry.

Evangiline Sathiyaraj is a hospitality and management professional a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management and hospitality and her experience in travel and tourism In 2025, she was selected for the Climate Friendly Travel (CFT) Diploma through the Institute of Tourism Studies, Malta, strengthening her understanding of sustainable tourism and climate-conscious development. As a Climate Friendly Travel advocate, she is committed to promoting responsible tourism practices that create long-term value for communities and destinations. Passionate about creating positive impact, she aims to contribute to projects and initiatives that align tourism growth with sustainability goals. She is dedicated to supporting a more resilient and climate-friendly future for the tourism industry.

Shraddha is an architect, slow traveller, and the Founder and CEO of Gramiyo, a social enterprise based in India, building village tourism as a force for rural regeneration. With over a decade of travelling and living through villages across India, including national-level trekking, cycling, and caving expeditions with the Youth Hostels Association of India; she has come to believe that every village holds everything humanity needs: food, clothing, shelter, and a living relationship with nature and indigenous knowledge. Her work is rooted in this conviction, that tourism, when led by community and grounded in place, can restore rather than deplete. Through Gramiyo, she co-creates livelihood pathways with rural communities in crafts, local food, cultural heritage, and experiential tourism, making the village itself the destination. A fellow of the SBI Youth for India and the Women Leaders India Fellowship, she brings deep field experience and entrepreneurial thinking to one of India's most underserved development frontiers. She is currently enrolled in the CFT Diploma at SUNx Malta, where she is expanding the Climate Friendly Travel framework into regenerative, community-based tourism across rural India.