Mr. Mozaharul Alam began his career with the Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies in 1992 and later developed the National Adaptation Programme of Action (NAPA) as a National Project Coordinator. Since 1999, he has been a Regional Coordinator for Climate Change at UNEP, guiding climate actions in Asia and the Pacific. With over twenty years in climate negotiations, he led the G77 and China adaptation group and was a Lead Author for the IPCC Fifth Assessment Report. In 2006, he received a fellowship from the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED).

Dr. Vishweshwaraiah Prakash is a distinguished Indian structural biologist and food technologist. He has made significant contributions to the field of food science and technology. Dr. Prakash served as the Director of the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) in Mysore, where he played a pivotal role in advancing food research and technology in India.

He has also been involved with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), where he was appointed as the Director-General designate. Dr. Prakash’s work has been instrumental in promoting food safety, nutrition, and sustainable food production practices.

Smt. Vandana Singh is a prominent figure in the fight against hunger and malnutrition in India. As the CEO of the India Food Banking Network (IFBN), she has played a crucial role in establishing and supporting food banks across the country. Her work focuses on providing emergency food assistance to vulnerable communities, ensuring that those in need have access to nutritious food. Under her leadership, IFBN has built national partnerships to promote food security and address the challenges of hunger. Vandana Singh is known for her dedication to social causes and her ability to mobilize resources and support for food banks. Her efforts have significantly contributed to reducing food insecurity in India.