Election July 2025 HUC Executive Committee Indigenous/Tribal Communities Candidate

Chubbamenla Jamir

Founder & Director, Native Foodscape Foundation, a not-for-profit research and training organization in New Delhi, India

Member of Advisory Committee, Global Network for Sustainable Development, since 2021

A food system scientist with research interests in climate change adaptation, air pollution, agriculture, and food security; contributed significantly to academic and research projects addressing sustainable agriculture and food security, particularly in hilly and mountainous regions; taught post graduate students, organized workshop and conference sessions.

  • 2012-2022 Assistant Professor, TERI School of Advanced Studies
  • 2019-2020 Member of Executive Council, International Mountain Tourism Alliance
  • 2013-2015 Faculty Member, Global Centre for Food Systems Innovation, USAID
  • 2012 PhD in Environmental Sciences, Dep of Environment, University of York, United Kingdom
  • 2005 MPhil in Environmental Sciences, School of Environmental Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University

“Being born and raised in the hills of Nagaland, and now focusing my academic research work in the region, I bring with me not only deep-rooted lived experience but also a contextual understanding of the socio-cultural, environmental, and developmental challenges faced by mountain and indigenous communities. This personal and professional grounding positions me uniquely to contribute with both insight and empathy.” 

“[…] international engagements have strengthened my ability to advocate for mountain and indigenous perspectives in global discussions on sustainable development.” 

“Hailing from Nagaland, […] Dr Jamir brings a unique perspective and deep commitment to regenerative and inclusive development. Her versatile portfolio – spanning eco-entrepreneurship, social innovation, and indigenous rights – responds to the evolving societal dynamics shaping the Eastern Himalayan landscape.” – Endorsement by Mr Thavaseelan K, Commissioner & Secretary to the Gov of Nagaland