Biswash Praja comes from a Indigenous Chepang community in Nepal. He bridges academia and grassroots work, championing Indigenous voices in policy, conservation, and climate equity. He holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Lincoln (2018) and is currently pursuing an MPhil at Kathmandu University School of Education. He blends academic excellence with active engagement in social and environmental justice. His thematic interests include Free, Prior & Informed Consent (FPIC), Indigenous epistemologies, and rights-based conservation.

OMLAS Experience: “OMLAS journey has been a global platform to connect with young minds and learn from experts from diverse domains. Connecting with fellows has been inspiring to see youths working in diverse sectors at the local level contributing to global agendas. The courses on social entrepreneurship, leadership, and sustainability have enriched my knowledge in personal as well as professional life.”