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The government has appointed three new board members at the Nepal Tourism Board.

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Tourism entrepreneurs Rishi Ram Bhandari (Kaski), Ram Prasad Sapkota 'Kamal' (Dhading) and Rajendra Bahadur Lama (Kavre) have been appointed to the board of NTB, said Rekha Sharma, government spokesperson.

"As per the recommendation from the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, they have been appointed to the NTB board where three posts had remained vacant for a couple of months," Minister Sharma said, after the meeting of the Council of Ministers.

Young tourism entrepreneur Bhandari is the Managing Director and Founder of Satori Adventures (P.) Ltd. Rishi has had a long-time connection with both trekking and mountaineering from an early age.

Rishi has led many treks and expeditions in Himalayas to include the Annapurna and Everest Regions and has climbed many peaks such as Mera, Island Peak, Naya Kanga, Yala Peak, Pisang Peak, Tent Peak, Singu Chuli, Cho-Oyu and Shishapangma. Rishi also worked tirelessly in the promotion of adventure tourism in the international platform.

Rishi has also affiliated and held positions with different associations including General Secretary at the Expedition Operators Association Nepal, Trekking Agents Association of Nepal and Nepal Mountaineering Association among others.

"I will certainly work for the betterment of NTB to promote Nepal as the best tourism destination in the world market," he said.

Hotelier Ram Prasad Sapkota (Kamal) also owns Mountain Delights Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. He has done a variety of charity projects in the field of health, education, and empowerment of poor people of various rural districts of Nepal by generating funds from sponsors from different countries. Ram has also been awarded an honorary doctorate by the World University of France. He is the co-owner of Kathmandu Garden Home Hotel in Thamel.

Rajendra Bahadur Lama, the founder and director of Friends Adventure Team Pvt. Ltd. and a Founder Member of Nepal Canyoning Association has gained an experience of 15+ years in organizing and managing trekking, expedition and cultural tours in Nepal and Tibet, for national and international tourists of all occupational backgrounds. Lama is also the secretariat member of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. Lama is also a humanitarian advocate by nature he has been actively participating in social services of the needy people in Nepal, especially the victims of the devastating earthquake of 2015. Lama has actively participated in various International Travel Mart and Road Shows to promote Nepalese Tourism.

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KATHMANDU, Dec 30:Nepal Tourism Board has welcomed the Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation and Chairman of the Board Dr Deepak Kafle.

Dr Kafle, the secretary of Koshi province, was recently transferred to the ministry.

Dr. Dhananjay Regmi, executive director of the board, welcomed him during a session held on Wednesday at the tourism board.

Speaking at the event, Secretary of the Ministry and Chairman of the Board Kafle stated that Nepal is the birthplace of Gautama Buddha and a country with world-famous tourist destinations such as Mount Everest, and that if Nepal can be effectively marketed, it can provide a lot of benefits.  

Similarly, he stated that he will always be optimistic about the required policy measures to ensure the tourism board's long-term viability and the moral development of its personnel.   Regmi, the board's executive director, stated that Nepal's tourism is gradually returning to normal following Covid-19, and that policy facilitation and stakeholder cooperation are required to make tourism sustainable.

Senior board members Hikmat Singh Ayer, Dharma Dawadi, and Sudan Subedi spoke out on the occasion.

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Dhananjay Regmi appointed CEO of Nepal Tourism Board

Published On: January 29, 2020 08:19 AM NPT By: Muna Sunuwar  | @TheMunaSun

KATHMANDU, Jan 29: Dhananjay Regmi has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).

He will helm the country's national tourism organization for four years.

A meeting of board of directors of NTB held on Tuesday decided to pick Regmi for the top post at NTB from a list of three candidates shortlisted by a selection committee headed by Ghanashyam Upadhyaya – a joint secretary at the tourism ministry.

The committee had forwarded three names – Regmi, Deepak Bastakoti and Hikmat Singh Ayer – to the board of directors on January 17 itself. But the board meeting was repeatedly postponed citing busy schedule of board members and tourism secretary Kedar Bahadur Adhikari who chairs the board. The appointment process lingered for more than a week due to alleged clash of political interests. 

The NTB on December 4 had invited applications from candidates aged between 35 and 60 with a Master's Degree from recognized universities for the post. Work experience of a minimum of 10 years in tourism sector was the other criterion.  

Altogether, 17 applicants had applied for the post. The selection sub-committee had shortlisted nine of them – Dhananjay Regmi, Dipak Bastakoti, Hikmat Singh Aiyer, Deepak Raj Joshi, Bachchu Narayan Shrestha, Kashiraj Bhandari, Nabin Pokhrel, Rohini Prasad Khanal, and Santosh Bikram Thapa – and invited them to make presentations and interview.

Regmi has been appointed CEO of NTB after nearly four months since the Visit Nepal Year 2020 campaign began. His main challenge will be to meet the target of welcoming 2 million visitors in 2020.

WHO IS DHANANJAY REGMI?  Dhananjay Regmi, a mountain geomorphologist and glaciologist, obtained his PhD in Environmental Earth Science from the Graduate School of Environmental Earth Science, Hokkaido University, Japan, in 2006. He has been working as an adjunct professor at the Central Department of Geography and Environmental Science at Tribhuvan University, and also acting as a vice-chairperson of Kathmandu-based Nepal Geographical Society. Regmi also served as Glaciologist and Glacier Lake Expert for the Imja Lake Lowering project. He is also the chairperson of a trekking outfitter Himalayan Research Expedition and The Himalayan Research Center, Nepal. Regmi will have to resign from all the positions he is holding before assuming the office of NTB.

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Nepal achieves record-high influx of tourists in March, the highest in last four years

KATHMANDU, April 2 -- The year-on-year tourists' arrival surged 28.90 percent last month with 128,167 visitors

Nepal's tourism industry seems to have bounced back with a notable number of foreigners arriving via air routes last month. According to Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), the number of foreign visitors in March surged by 28.90 percent compared to the same period of last year.

The NTB reported that 128,167 tourists from various countries entered Nepal by air in March alone. The inflow of tourists in the review month was a record high in the past four years. In March 2023, the number of tourists who visited Nepal stood at 99,426. This does not include the tourists visiting Nepal through land routes.

In the three months of January-March, Nepal welcomed a total of 304,693 air travelers. In January, the number was 79,100 while in February, it stood at 97,426.

According to the NTB, the tourism market has started to witness a notable growth with an increase in the inflow of visitors. Maniraj Lamichhane, director of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), said the notable surge in the numbers shows a sign of the recovery of the sector. The country's tourism business suffered largely due to the impacts of the COVID-19 after 2020.

According to tourism entrepreneurs, it is a good sign that the first month of the commencement of the tourist season has seen a notable increase in the influx of foreign tourists to Nepal. The months of March, April, and May traditionally see a surge in tourism activities in Nepal, with many visitors coming for trekking and mountain climbing.

Last month, the largest group of tourists came from India, totaling 30,698. The figure was 25,911 in the corresponding month last year. Likewise, the Chinese visitors also increased 4.59 percent to 12,093 in March.

Among the visitors from third countries, 10,763 individuals came from the USA, 7,241 from Britain, 5,741 from Sri Lanka, 5,255 from Germany, 4,567 from Thailand, 4,345 from Australia, 3,240 from France, while 3,131 individuals were from Myanmar in the review month.

The government met the target of welcoming more than 1 million tourists in the country in 2023. Previously in 2019, a total of 1,197,191 individuals had visited the mountainous country.

Due to the impact of the pandemic, the number fell straight to 230,085 visitors in 2020. The number further shrunk to 149,833 visitors in 2021. The number took an upward leap in 2022, with the number of influx of tourists in the country recorded at 614,148.

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Nepal Tourism Board Celebrates 25 Years of Remarkable Achievements

The celebratory atmosphere resonated with a collective sense of accomplishment and optimism, setting the stage for Nepal's continued prominence on the global tourism map

In a momentous celebration marking the 25th anniversary of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), an array of dignitaries, including previous NTB chairpersons, ministers, representatives from tourism organizations, consuls, national and international guests, and diplomats, gathered for a reflective event on the progress and challenges within Nepal's dynamic tourism sector.

The commemorative event, held at a prestigious venue, showcased the rich cultural heritage of Nepal with vibrant cultural performances, felicitations, and the unveiling of the eagerly awaited In-Focus annual magazine. The highlight of the evening was a captivating promotional video that encapsulated the diverse beauty and attractions of the country.

Chief Guest Sudan Kirati, the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, set an optimistic tone for the evening by recognizing the collaborative efforts that have propelled Nepal's tourism sector forward. Kirati emphasized the importance of preserving the authentic Nepali essence in tourism, urging for immersive experiences that showcase local traditions , culture, and unique practices. While commending infrastructure advancements, Kirati also voiced concerns about emigration issues and stressed the need for organized development to enhance overall living standards.

Dhananjay Regmi, the CEO of NTB, expressed gratitude and highlighted the remarkable achievements of the tourism sector, including surpassing the target of 1 million tourists. He joyfully noted an 85% rebound from the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, a feat globally applauded. Regmi underscored the significance of diversifying tourism aspects, emphasizing LGBTQ inclusion and the incorporation of events like the Dragon Boat Festival and Yogi Summit. He passionately advocated for Nepal to be seen as a destination for all seasons and all ages, not limiting itself solely as a mountaineering destination. Regmi also proposed the exciting initiative of "Nepal Visit Year 2025" and expressed optimism for positive policy changes.

The evening concluded on a high note with the distribution of awards for the sports week, recognizing and applauding the athletic achievements within the NTB community. The celebratory atmosphere resonated with a collective sense of accomplishment and optimism, setting the stage for Nepal's continued prominence on the global tourism map.

As the Nepal Tourism Board embarks on the next chapter, the event served as a poignant reminder of the journey so far and the promising future that lies ahead for the nation's vibrant and diverse tourism sector.

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Countrywise sagarmatha expedition (01 march 2024 to 03 april 2024), नाम सिफारिश सम्वन्धमा।, पाँचतारा डिलक्स तथा पाँचतारा हाेटलहरुकाे विवरण सार्बजनिक सम्वन्धी सूचना , दाबी बिरोध गर्ने सम्बन्धी सूचना, press release (countrywise and mountainwise expediton permitted data autumn, 2023), mountainwise expedition update till october 13, 2023, mountainwise expedition permitted data autumn 2023, सूचीकृत गराउने बारेकाे सूचना ।, self declaration form of successful summit on the mountain, प्रेस विज्ञप्ती, पुन: ध्यानाकर्षण गराइएकाे सूचना , लिलाम सम्वन्धि सूचना, ध्यानाकर्षण गराइएकाे सूचना, राष्ट्रिय एकद्वार प्रणाली स्वीकार गर्ने सम्बन्धि सूचना, पर्यटन विभागमा स्तरवर्गीकरण भएका पाँचतारा डिलक्स हाेटलहरुकाे विवरण, पर्यटन विभागमा स्तरवर्गीकरण भएका पाँचतारा स्तरका हाेटलहरुकाे विवरण, पर्यटन विभागमा स्तरवर्गीकरण भएका साधारण रिसोर्ट, लक्जरी रिसोर्ट, डिलक्स रिसोर्ट र एक तारा देखि चार तारा सम्मका हाेटलहरुकाे विवरण, सगरमाथा आधार शिविरमा पर्वताराेहण अनुगमन तथा सहजीकरण समितिकाे बैठकमा पर्वताराेहण सम्बन्धी विभिन्न विषयहरूमा सराेकारवालाहरूसंग छलफल हुदै।, सम्पर्क अधिकृतहरुकोलागि जरुरी सूचना, क्यासिनो संचालन अनुमति सम्बन्धमा पर्यटन विभागको विज्ञप्ति, पर्वताराेहण अनुगमन तथा सहजीकरण समिति गठन गरिएकाे सूचना, चालु आर्थिक वर्ष माघ मसान्तसम्ममा इजाजतपत्र प्राप्त भएका क्यासिनो कम्पनीहरुको विवरण, इजाजत पत्र रद्द गर्ने सम्बन्धी सूचना, साहसिक पर्यटकीय गतिबिधी सञ्चालन गर्ने सम्बन्धि सूचना, चालु आर्थिक वर्ष पौष मसान्तसम्ममा इजाजतपत्र प्राप्त भएका क्यासिनो कम्पनीहरुको विवरण, चालु आर्थिक वर्ष २०७८/७९ को पौष मसान्तसम्म यस विभागमा प्राप्त राजस्व रकमको विवरण, additional hotels enlisted for quarantine, लकडाउनको प्रकृती अनुसार स्वास्थ्य मापदण्डको पालना गर्ने सम्बन्धि सूचना, विभागमा दर्ता भएका रिसोर्ट तथा तारास्तरका होटलहरूको विवरण, hotel/resort काे संकेत चिन्ह नि‍र्धारण गरिएकाे सूचना, सूची अभिलेख दर्ता पुस्तिका प्रकाशन गरिएकाे सूचना, एकतारेदेखि पाँचतारे डिलक्ससम्मका होटलहरुको वर्गीकरणको मापदण्ड, विदेशबाट नेपाल आगमन हुने यात्रुहरूको व्यवस्थापन सम्बन्धी आदेश,२०७८, hotels enlisted for quarantine, additional hotels list for quarantine, hotel standards provision and hotels enlisted for quarantine, lilam bikri sambandhi suchana (laptops. computers, printers, etc), notice for mountaineering expedition agencies, standards to be followed by nepalese and foreign citizens coming from abroad, special weather bulletin, notice for liaison officer, आरोहण व्यवस्थापन सम्बन्धी सूचना, पुराना जिन्सी मालसामान (फर्निचर ) लिलाम विक्री सम्बन्धी बोलपत्र आव्हानको सूचना, standards for streamlining of tourist visit, 2021:download file, notice on mountain guides license and identity card, पर्यटकहरुको आवागमनलाई ब्यबस्थित गर्ने सम्बन्धि मापदण्ड २०७७, notice on mountain guides licenses and identity cards, पर्यटन उद्योग सेवा प्रवाह निर्देशिका, २०७० को दफा ९४ मा साहसिक तथा मनोरञ्जनात्मक खेल/क्रियाकलापहरु सञ्चालन गर्नु पूर्व यस पर्यटन विभागबाट इजाजत लिनुपर्ने, notice of mountain guides license and identity card, notice for mountaineering expedition management, suchi abhilekh bibaran, on arrival visa notice, entry protocol for mountaineering expeditions and trekking in nepal , 2077 date of issue : 2077/06/09, पर्बतारोहण तथा पदयात्रा मा नेपाल आउँदा पालन गर्नुपर्ने शर्त सम्बन्धी मापदण्ड २०७७, बिश्व पर्यटन दिवसको अवसर शुभकामना संदेश, शोक विज्ञप्ति: आँङरिता शेर्पाको असामयिक निधन सम्बन्धमा, kathmandu: hotel list name for quarantine: काठमाण्डौ प्र जि अ वाट क्वारेन्टाईन प्रयोगका लागि प्रकाशित होटलहरुको सूची आवश्यक जानकारीका लागि, आर्थिक वर्ष २०७७ को लागि कार्यालय मसलन्द सामग्री आपूर्ति सम्बन्धि सूचना.

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People Of Nepal

There are about 101 ethnic groups speaking over 92 languages in nepal..

The population of Nepal in 2019 is reportedly 29.7 million.  There are about 101 ethnic groups speaking over 92 languages. The distinction in caste and ethnicity is understood better with a view of the customary layout of the population. The official language of Nepal is Nepali which is spoken and understood by a majority of the population. The ethnic groups have their own mother tongues. English is taught in schools and many of them are English medium schools so a large portion of the population understands the language. Most private schools today teach in English.

Northern Himalayan People

The mountainous regions of Nepal are inhabited by Sherpas, Dolpa-pas, Lopas, Baragaonlis, Manangays. The Sherpas are mainly found in the east, Solu and Khumbu region; the Baragaonlis and Lopas live in the semi-desert areas of Upper and Lower Mustang in the rain-shadow area; the Manangays live in Manang district while the Dolpa-pas live in Dolpa district of west Nepal.

Middle Hills and Valley People

Several ethnic groups live in the middle hills and valleys. Among them are the Magars, Gurungs, Tamangs, Rais, Limbus, Thamis, Sunuwars, Newars, Thakalis, Chepangs, Brahmins, Chhetris and Thakuris, Damai, Sarki, Kami and Sunar.

Ethnic Diversity in the Kathmandu Valley

Kathmandu Valley represents a cultural melting pot of the country, where people from varied backgrounds have come together to form a diverse population. The natives of the Kathmandu Valley are the Newars. Although Newars are either Hindus or Buddhists, their culture is vastly different from the rest of the Nepali people. Their rituals, food and festivals are unique to them. Newars of Kathmandu Valley were predominantly traders or farmers by occupation.

Tarai People

The main ethnic groups in the Tarai are Tharus, Darai, Kumhal, Rajbangsi, Bote, Majhi and other groups. They speak north Indian dialects like Maithili and Bhojpuri. Owing to the fertile plains of the Tarai, most inhabitants subsist on agriculture. There are, however, some occupational castes like Majhi (fisherman), Kumhal (potter) and Danuwar (cart driver).

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Nepal’s New Law Requires All Foreign Trekkers to Hire a Guide

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One of the world’s most popular backpacking destinations has created new rules governing the trails. Starting April 1, tourists traveling to Nepal must hire a licensed guide or porter before trekking through the country’s wilderness, news agency ANI reports .

The Nepal Tourism Board announced the change on Friday, March 3, citing safety concerns for the sweeping new regulation.

“This decision has been made for the tourists’ benefit. While going on solo treks, tourists often get lost and might face insecurities,” Nepal Tourism Board director Maniraj Lamichhane told ANI.

The board has also increased the price of its Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card, a permit that all hikers in Nepal must obtain, The Kathmandu Post reports . Beginning in April, residents of South Asian countries must pay 1,000 rupees ($7.63 USD) per solo hiker, up from 600 rupees ($4.58 USD). Other foreign trekkers must pay 2,000 rupees per solo hiker ($15.26 USD), which is double the previous fee of 1,000 rupees.

In 2019, the Nepal Tourism Board issued more than 46,000 TIMS cards for solo hikers according to the newspaper. The COVID-19 pandemic hit the country’s trekking sector hard, with fewer than 20,000 TIMS cards issued in 2022.

The move effectively prevents foreign travelers from hiking alone in Nepal, and it could majorly impact Nepal’s adventure tourism industry, The National reports . Some of the country’s most popular trekking routes—Annapurna Base Camp, Ghorepani-Poon Hill, and Langtang Valley —are regularly frequented by solo hikers.

Rajan Dahal, owner of the Kathmandu-based company Global Adventure Trekking, told The National that he had mixed feelings about the change.

“On the one hand, it will enhance the safety of travelers and ensure they have a better understanding of the local culture and customs. On the other hand, it may increase the cost of travel. Ultimately, the effectiveness of the decision will depend on its implementation and how it is received by travelers,” Dahal said.

Nepali trekkers are exempt from the new rule, which Dahal said “may be due to several factors, including their familiarity with the local terrain and culture, their ability to communicate with locals, and the fact that they are not subject to the same travel restrictions as foreigners.”

The Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal, a group representing more than 2,000 guiding companies, has been lobbying for a “one-trekker, one-guide” system since 2012.

“Every year, some ten to 15 trekkers go missing, mostly [free independent travelers], and this is serious,” Nilhari Bastola, the association’s president, told The Kathmandu Post .

Bastola also said the new rule could bring jobs to approximately 40,000 Nepalis.

“It will generate jobs. That’s good for Nepal’s economy,” Bastola said.

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Maya Ko Pahichan Nepal (MKPN), an organisation working for matrimonial and legal rights of the LGBTQIA+ community, announced the ambassador and star promoters for the first Pink Tourism International Conference on Friday.

The event, supported by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), aims to promote Nepal as a welcoming destination for the LGBTQIA+ community under the theme ‘Yatra to Happiness’.

In a press meeting at NTB on Friday, MKPN announced digital content creator, model and fashion designer Rehan Shrestha as the ambassador for the conference. Shrestha was an ambassador of the ‘Visit Nepal Year 2020’ campaign, too.

Similarly, Parakram Rana and Dr Mausam Bohra, were announced as star promoters for the event. Dr Bohra, a successful female entrepreneur, aims to promote private sector support for pink tourism, emphasising its economic potential.

Rana, a content creator and blogger, highlighted Nepal’s reputation as a safe and welcoming destination for sexual and gender minorities, saying, “Nepal is a safe country. I invite you to come here (Nepal)."

Earlier, blogger Lex Limbu was announced as the star promoter for the international conference who will also be endorsing Nepal’s steps in LGBTQIA+ tourism.

Sunil Babu Pant, who was appointed Cultural Emissary (Ambassador) in January 2024 to promote international pink tourism, said that if tourists can be brought into Nepal through pink tourism, it will help boost Nepal’s GDP.

Maniraj Lamichhane, director of NTB, sharing the efforts to train 24 members of the sexual and gender minority community as trekking guides, with support from UNDP, stated that NTB is committed to inclusivity and making Nepal “a destination for all.”

Sahara Khadka, director of Pink Tiffany, remarked that Nepal has done a groundbreaking job for sexual and gender minority communities by organising the Pink Tourism International Conference for the first time. She further shared that the conference will help diminish the fear of hotels operated by the sexual and gender minority community going into loss.

Mythologist and author of more than 100 books, Devdutt Pattanaik and Paromita Vohra, founder of ‘Agents of Ishq’ will be the keynote speakers at the conference.

Online application for participation in the conference has been opened too. The online form can be filled out on MKPN’s website .

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From Paralympian to Water Security Specialist: Meet the 2024 Class of Young Global Leaders

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• The World Economic Forum unveils 2024's most promising Young Global Leaders: A dynamic and diverse cohort of changemakers, under the age of 40, driving impact across the fields of public health, economic development, technology, sustainability, and more.
• They join the Forum of Young Global Leaders , whose members have gone on to become Pulitzer winners, UN Goodwill Ambassadors, CEOs of Fortune 500 companies and heads of state.
• Discover the new Young Global Leader (YGL) class on www.wef.ch/ygl24

Geneva, Switzerland, 4 April 2024 – The World Economic Forum announces the latest addition to its Young Global Leaders Community: The Class of 2024 – a group of nearly 90 changemakers who are shaping the future and accelerating positive change through their groundbreaking work. This year’s cohort, helping to improve the state of the world, is made up of a remarkable group of rising stars from politics, business, civil society, the arts and academia, who are united in their drive to leave a lasting impact on their communities, organizations and beyond.

For two decades, the Forum of Young Global Leaders has been at the forefront of cultivating a unique community of leaders who are dedicated to tackling the world's most pressing problems head-on. This community has served as an example of the impact that collective action can have - whether it is pioneering groundbreaking initiatives in public health and economic development or driving cutting-edge innovations in technology and sustainability , over the years.

“As we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Forum of Young Global Leaders, we are thrilled to welcome our newest cohort of Young Global Leaders. They represent the future of leadership, and we are confident that their perspectives and innovative ideas will contribute significantly to addressing the world's most pressing challenges,” said Ida Jeng Christensen, Head of the Forum of Young Global Leaders.

Young Global Leaders have made invaluable contributions to shaping policies and improving communities worldwide. Notable community members include Netflix Executive Producer Peace Hyde , Vogue China’s Former Editor-in-Chief Margaret Zhang , Olympian Lewis Pugh , disability activist Sinéad Burke , Peace Activist Victor Ochen , and singer-songwriter will.i.am .

As the Forum of Young Global Leaders celebrates its 20th anniversary, it remains steadfast in its commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders who are passionate about creating positive change. Over the years, the YGL Community has launched numerous impactful projects. From Global Dignity, which supports dignity-centered leaders in over 80 countries, to TABLE FOR TWO, which has provided 1 million meals to school children in developing countries, to the Clean Air Fund, which has rallied 17 multinational businesses to take action on air pollution , YGLs have consistently collaborated to drive positive change on a global scale.

As part of the three-year leadership development programme, the Class of 2024 will have access to a range of executive education courses, learning journeys and opportunities to collaborate with trusted peers to support them in accelerating their impact.

“For two decades, we have sought out and nurtured young leaders dedicated to improving the state of the world, and today, we are proud to welcome the latest cohort of Young Global Leaders. The Forum of Young Global Leaders remains steadfast in its mission to foster collaboration and responsible leadership,” said Nicole Schwab, Board Member of the Forum of Young Global Leaders.

Meet the 2024 YGL Class Academia/Think-tank

• Anna Schrimpf, Director of Innovation, J-PAL Global, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), United Kingdom
• Fadel Adib, Associate Professor and Chief Executive Officer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA
• Kate Fitz-Gibbon, Professor (Practice), Faculty of Business and Economics, Monash University, Australia
• Nino Enukidze, Rector of Business and Technology University, Professor, Business and Technology University, Georgia
• Thomas Roulet, Professor of Leadership, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Arts, Culture & Sports

• Ahmad Joudeh, Artistic Director and Dancer, Dance or Die Foundation, Netherlands
• Bhumi Pednekar, Actress, Independent, India
• Birgit Skarstein, Paralympic Athlete, International Paralympic Committee, Norway
• Cong Han, Figure Skater, Chinese Figure Skating National Team, People’s Republic of China
• He Sen Liu, Owner and Chef, Ling Long, People's Republic of China
• Refik Anadol, Founder and Director, Refik Anadol Studio, USA
• Abdulrahman Tarabzouni, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Saudi Technology Ventures, Saudi Arabia
• Adi Sariaatmadja, Chief Executive Officer, PT Kreatif Media Karya, Indonesia
• Adwaita Nayar, Chief Executive Officer, FSN E-Commerce Ventures Pvt. Ltd (NYKAA), India
• Ahmed Sobhy, Chief Investment Officer, Banque Misr S.A.E., Egypt
• Ali Mukhtar, Director of Strategy and Business Development, Fatima Fertilizer Company Ltd, Pakistan
• Arjun Bhartia, Director, Jubilant Group, India
• Azeeza Aziz Khan, Director, Summit Corporation Ltd, Bangladesh
• Camille François, Chief Innovation Officer, Graphika, USA
• Chinwe Egwim, Chief Economist and Head Economic Research and Intelligence, Coronation Merchant Bank, Nigeria
• Christian Jolck, Co-Founder and Partner, 2150, Denmark
• Christoph Pietsch, Chief Growth Officer DACH & Member of the Executive Board, Publicis Groupe Germany, Germany
• Cristobal della Maggiora, Co-Founder and President, Betterfly, Chile
• Eva McLellan, General Manager Roche Pharma, La Roche Pharma Slovenia, Slovenia
• Haikal Siregar, Managing Director and Partner, Boston Consulting Group, Indonesia
• Hector Mujica, Head of Economic Opportunity and Inclusive Technology, Google.org, USA
• Ian Glasner, Group Head of Venture Investment, Innovation and Digital Partnerships, HSBC Holdings PLC, United Kingdom
• Jaime Alfonso Antonio Zabel de Ayala, Chief Executive Officer, AC Motors, Ayala Corporation, Philippines
• Katharina Amann, Chief Executive Officer, Volkswagen Autoversicherung, Allianz SE, Germany
• Lokesh Todi, Chairman, Avasar Equity Limited, Nepal
• Marte Jerkø, Chief Financial Officer, Yara Europe, Yara International ASA, Norway
• Masao Koyama, Head of Carbon Dioxide Removal, Mitsubishi Corporation, Japan
• May Habib, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Writer, Inc., USA/Lebanon
• Melvyn Lubega, Founder and Chairman, Baobab Capital, Uganda/South Africa
• Nathan Shabot, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, LIP Ventures, Mexico
• Néné Maïga, Chief Executive Officer, Orange, Botswana/Mali
• Petra Ehmann, Group Chief Innovation and AI Officer, Ringier, and Member of the Board of Directors, Bossard, Ringier AG, Switzerland
• Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Non-Executive Director, Vedanta Limited, India
• Alicia Chong Rodriguez, Chief Executive Officer, Bloomer Health Tech, USA
• Roshan Ahmad, Global Head of Sovereign Advisory, JPMorgan Chase & Co., USA
• Sebastian Monroy, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Zubale, Brazil
• Shi Zhe, Chief Digital Officer, Foxconn Technology Group (Hon Hai Precision), People's Republic of China
• Shuyin Tang, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Beacon Fund, Viet Nam
• Sultan Olayan, Director, The Olayan Group, Saudi Arabia
• Tareq Darwazeh, Chief Operating Officer, MENA Region, Hikma Pharmaceuticals LLC, Jordan
• Temi Marcella Awogboro, Founding Partner, Alcent Capital, Nigeria
• Vidhya Ganesan, Managing Partner, McKinsey and Company, Malaysia/Sri Lanka
• Wesley Spindler, Managing Director, Global Sustainability Leadership Team, Accenture, USA
• Wemimo Abbey, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer, Esusu, USA/Nigeria
• Yalda Aoukar, Founder and Managing Partner, Bracket Capital, Lebanon

Civil Society

• Angela Oduor Lungati, Executive Director, Ushahidi Inc., Kenya
• Ding Dang, Executive Director, Green Rose Social Work Service Center, People's Republic of China
• Judy Sikuza, Chief Executive Officer, The Mandela Rhodes Foundation, South Africa
• Julia Luscombe, Vice-President Strategic Planning and Portfolio Management, Feeding America, USA
• Natasha Latiff, Founder & Legal Director, Strategic Advocacy for Human Rights Inc., Singapore
• Raylene Whitford, Director, Canadian Sustainability Standards Board, Canada
• Rebecca Darwent, Co-Founder and Board Member, Rebecca Darwent Global Inc., Canada
• Vera Oliveira, Founder and Executive Director, Instituto C – Criança, Cuidado and Cidadão, Brazil
• Veda Sunassee, Chief Executive Officer, African Leadership University, Mauritius
• Omayra Issa, News Anchor, CPAC, Canada
• Muriel Thabile Ngwato, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Newzroom Afrika, South Africa
• Sophie Schmidt, Founder and Publisher, Rest of World, USA
• Yurina Takiguchi, Economic and Business Anchor, Globe Eight Inc., Japan

Public Figures

• Alexander Rodnyansky, Economic Advisor to the President, Office of the President of Ukraine, Ukraine
• Alice Usanase, Head, Country Relations and Equity Mobilization, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), Rwanda
• Anielle Franco, Minister of Racial Equality, Federal Government Brazil, Brazil
• Daniel Noboa, President-elect of Ecuador, Government of Ecuador, Ecuador
• Diego Schalper, Member of the Chamber of Deputies and General-Secretary, Renovacion Nacional party, Chile
• Lelise Neme Sori, Director-General, Ethiopian Environmental Protection Authority, Ethiopia
• Naym-Osor Uchral, Minister of Digital Development and Communications, Government of Mongolia, Mongolia
• Jeevan Kumaravel Thondam, Minister of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development, Government of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
• Liang Pei, Deputy Director, Department of Climate Change, Ministry of Ecology and Environment, Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People's Republic of China, People's Republic of China
• Luis Donaldo Colosio Riojas, Mayor, City of Monterrey, Mexico
• Marina del Pilar Avila Olmeda, Governor of the State of Baja California, Government of the State of Baja California, Mexico
• Nadia Ahmad Samdin, Counsel and Associate Director, Member of Parliament, Tri-Sector Associates, Singapore
• Natalia Bayona, Executive Director, UN World Tourism Organization, Colombia
• Rahul Rekhi, Counselor for International Affairs, US Department of the Treasury, USA
• Parit Wacharasindhu, Member of Parliament and Spokesperson, Move Forward Party, Thailand

Social Entrepreneurs

• Nicolás Wertheimer, Chief Sustainability Officer, Waterplan, Uruguay
• Oluwatosin Olaseinde, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Money Africa, Nigeria
• Rina Akimoto, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Vivid Garden Inc., Japan
• Sayaka Tanaka, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Waffle.org, Japan
• Sharad Vivek Sagar, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dexterity Global, India
• Toshiki Abe, Chief Executive Officer, Ridilover Co., Ltd, Japan
• Alloysius Attah, Co-Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer, Farmerline, Ghana

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