NESFAS

A journey of learning and exchange.. 🌱

Students of Sociology and Social Work from Girijananda Chowdhury University, Guwahati, Assam, visited NESFAS for an organisational exposure visit. Kong Naphishisha Nongsiej, Associate, NESFAS, shared insights into the journey of NESFAS and its ongoing initiatives. The session also encouraged interactive discussions on the importance of Indigenous Peoples' Food Systems. 🌱

We are delighted to share that Mei-Ramew Cafés have recently been featured in Condé Nast Traveller.

This recognition is a celebration not only of the café but of the Indigenous food systems, local farmers, traditional knowledge holders, and communities whose stories and flavours continue to inspire our journey. 🎉



Read more here, https://www.cntraveller.in/story/india-new-culinary-destination-shillong-meghalaya/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=likeshopme&utm_content=www.instagram.com/p/DYCzcbsjoE6

On 4th May, 2026, Janak P Singh, Sr. Associate, Strategic Partnership, represented NESFAS in an engaging session with students from the Commerce Department at St. Edmund’s College. Invited by the Department of Master of Social Work and the placement cell, he shared his journey from a Commerce background to pursuing MSW and how this transition shaped his role as a social change practitioner working on nature-based livelihoods and community-led initiatives.

The session evolved into an interactive dialogue, with students reflecting on their aspirations and exploring how an MSW degree can complement their skills especially in building social enterprises and sustainable business models.

Discussions on initiatives like Mei-Ramew Cafes and the growing value of the Mei-Ramew trademark highlighted pathways for impact-driven careers, inspiring students to think beyond conventional trajectories.

Dr. Kitboklang Nongrum, Senior Consultant, Research and Ecology, represented NESFAS at the International Earth Day observance held on April 22, 2026, at Meribon K. H. Memorial College in Sohiong, Meghalaya. The programme organised in collaboration with the State Council of Science, Technology and Environment (SCSTE), Meghalaya under the EIACP initiative, brought together students, educators and community leaders to reflect on environmental responsibility and collective action. Centred on the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” his keynote traced the origins of Earth Day and emphasized the role of individual and community efforts in driving sustainable change, while also highlighting the cultural understanding of Earth as 'Mei- Ramew' or 'Mei Mariang.'

Interactive activities reinforced environmental stewardship, including a breath-holding exercise highlighting the importance of oxygen and a reflection on reconnecting with nature. The programme also showcased NESFAS’ work on Indigenous Peoples’ Food Systems, concluding with a poster award ceremony and a student-led rally promoting collective action. 🌱