Akrati Mehrotra, a German Studies student from Jawaharlal Nehru University, embodies the spirit of diversity with her rich spectrum of interests ranging from psychoanalysis to music and Sufism. From a connecting district to a fiction and bustling city, she is determined to make voices concrete in her pursuit of an equal and sustainable society.
She believes that The F.A.I.R. Project marks the beginning of a journey filled with vibrant dialogues and the practice of inclusivity.
Alfia Gauri
Alfia Gauri is deeply committed to exploring how dialogue and intersectionality can serve as powerful tools for empowering marginalized communities and in particular women. She believes that the key to creating meaningful change lies in understanding and addressing the complexities of the social structures that shape our lives. By engaging in open conversations and collaborative design processes, she strives to dismantle barriers and amplify diverse voices. Her work centers on the belief that design is not just about creating solutions, but about facilitating dialogue that leads to a deeper understanding of the human experience.
Alfia was a member of the Batch of 2025 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Alfiya Azeem Khan
Alfiya Azeem Khan is currently pursuing a triple major from Christ University. She has great interest in the field of Psychology not just as a subject, but as a practical aid in the understanding of mental health as well, which prompts her to find something new to learn everyday.
Her hobbies include painting especially with water colors and reading. Of late, she has begun to explore mathematics deeply and has a keen interest in travelling.
Alisha Mehra
Alisha Mehra stands at the forefront of change as a Development Studies student at IIT Madras. Fueled by a passion for climate justice, gender issues, urbanisation, and sustainability, she views The F.A.I.R. Project as the
ideal launchpad for impactful action.
Eager to merge her academic insights with the collective wisdom of fellow changemakers, Alisha is set to enrich and be enriched, anticipating diverse perspectives and innovative solutions.
Alyasa Abbas
Alyasa is a graduate student of economics at Jawaharlal Nehru University. His academic interests lie in economic methodology, history of economic thought, development economics and the philosophy of education.
He wishes to write books on economics that add value to the construction of knowledge from a third-world perspective. He wants to be a socially active researcher and not an ‘armchair theoretician’. At the same time, his love for the university space shall not keep him away from universities, fellow students and teachers for long.
Apart from economics, he loves theatre, the classical music of qawwali, reading and writing fiction and non-fiction.
Alyasa was a member of the Batch of 2021 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Amatullah Batterywala
Amatullah is a highly ambitious and dedicated individual who has an innate sense of curiosity which pushes her to explore and learn new things.
Having lived in three different cities, Amatullah is multilingual and adaptable. She finished her 12th grade in the Arts and Humanities stream and claims to find herself hopeless with Mathematical calculations.
She is a passionate writer and possesses a deep love for stories for it is her belief that stories not just help understand people, but entire cultures.
Amatullah was a member of the Batch of 2020 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Amisha Kapoor
Amisha spends most of her time writing, debating, and volunteering. If you want to explore a new place and are seeking company, you can count on her to accompany you.
She is all about deep, meaningful conversations and music that isn’t popular yet. Her ambition keeps her motivated and helps her explore new things, concepts, and ideas. She seeks a career in research and analysis.
Though she claims to be infamous for zoning out mid-conversation, you can always talk to her about the economy and the education system.
Amisha was a member of the Batch of 2020 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Anagha Ann Thomas
Anagha Ann Thomas is a development professional, currently working in Odisha. She wishes to learn and unlearn in the field of research and practice, with her focus being in the areas of education, mental health, and gender.
Hailing from Kerala, Anagha has relocated to different parts of India after her schooling, which has presented her with exciting experiences. She believes in paying attention to the finer nuances of every day things and feels that there is always more to them than what meets the eye. She also finds solace in writing and prefers to take the road less travelled.
Anam Asif
Anam Asif is an undergraduate student pursuing a major in Psychology with a minor in Mass Communication. She is looking forward to using her academic and experiential skills to work in the social sector on issues of health and community. Her hobbies include writing and playing sports.
Anam is also looking forward to learning, unlearning, and relearning every day to understand the profound aspects of life and build community-oriented solutions for the challenges that we face today.
She believes that The F.A.I.R. Project is the perfect opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with people who share similar interests. She is looking forward to challenging what she learns through her regular course of education to gain a broader understanding of sustainability.
Ananya Ajatasatru
Ananya Ajatasatru is currently pursuing his Masters from the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, Pune. He graduated with a Bachelors in Economics Honours from the Symbiosis School of Economics.
His research interests primarily involve topics pertaining to community driven development, environmentally sustainable economies, and the role of currency and exchanges in influencing societal structures.
Apart from being an ardent student of economics, Ananya holds a special interest in the history of thought and ideas relating to interconnectedness in science, technology and society studies. He advocates for the heterodox, with an interdisciplinary approach to research and learning.
Ananya was a member of the Batch of 2021 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Ananya Verma
Ananya Verma grew up in the valley of Kullu, living in the mountains taught her how to live in a community like no other; that's also where her love for sunny days came to be! She majored in English during her Bachelors and has a Masters’ degree in Gender Studies. Deeply drawn to issues of education, climate justice, and the rights of sex workers. She believe empathy is a revolutionary force, one we often reserve only for those close to us, but which holds the power to create lasting, collective change when extended outward. When she is not thinking about building a better world, you can find her bonding with people over Asian food and good desserts, struggling with painting with her niece, or forcing her love on dogs of all kinds. A lover of fantasy fiction, she tries to seek magic in the everyday and meaning in shared stories.
Ananya was a member of the Batch of 2025 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Andrea Mary Cardoza
Currently the President of the English Debating Society, Andrea has previously been the Public Relations Officer of the Commerce Department of her college.
Having completed a certificate course on Religion, Peace and Conflict from HarvardX, she recently finished her internship with the Global Peace Foundation working for a project titled the 'Facets of Faith'.
She has also been a content writer with an independent student newspaper called the DU Express for approximately 6 months. Apart from the above mentioned experience, Andrea enjoys reading and playing instruments such as the guitar and ukulele, in her free time.
Andrea was a member of the Batch of 2020 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
