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.
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.
Ann Mary Biju
Ann Mary Biju is a Graduate with a Master’s in Development Studies from Azim Premji University, Bangalore. She is experienced in education program management and research. Her chief interest areas include gender, the platform economy, sociology of food, and culture studies.
She is a movie buff and loves theatre and acting. She has been trying her hand at baking since she was 12 years old. Ann enjoys researching unique recipes from around the world to try recreating them from scratch, loves content creation, writing and exploring new experiences while traveling.
Ann is a member of the Batch of 2022 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Anushka Gaur
Anushka Gaur, a passionate Political Science enthusiast and former Young India Fellow, now excels as an HR professional at Genpact. Her background in political science informs her approach to balancing employee-centric decisions with business requirements.
Beyond corporate settings, Anushka actively engages in the social sector, leveraging her expertise to address societal challenges. Advocating for incremental change with empathy, she contributes through published articles, poetry, and impactful social initiatives. Anushka’s multifaceted endeavours embody her commitment to fostering inclusive work cultures and driving positive change at the intersection of politics, business, and social welfare.
Anushka Raghava
Anushka Raghava is a second-year student, pursuing Economics and Psychology from Gargi College, Delhi University.
She's interested in taking action towards economic sustainability, gender equality and quality education. Having worked for the upliftment of underprivileged groups, she aspires to become a better Changemaker and a better advocate for ‘all things right’.
Through The F.A.I.R. Project, she aims to broaden her horizons and step out of her comfort zone to make a fruitful impact.
Anushka was a member of the Batch of 2021 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
Arham Sayeed Quadri
Arham is an outgoing, open-minded and cheerful individual. She is passionate about people and aspires to bring equality into this divided world. She believes that theatre is a great way to bring reform into society and loves to push people to engage in critical thinking.
She is currently pursuing her Masters in Development and Labour Studies from Jawaharlal Nehru University. Prior to that, she graduated in Political Science from Zakir Husain Delhi College, University of Delhi, where she found her love for theatre. She hails from Gaya, Bihar but has been living in Delhi for the past 15 years.
Arham was a member of the Batch of 2020 at The F.A.I.R. Project.
