Our Council Members
The faces of change across South Asia. Meet the dedicated leaders of the S8+1 Youth Council.
Afghanistan National Chapter
S8+1 Youth Council: Leading Regional Change from the Heart of Asia
The Afghanistan delegation represents the core energy of the S8+1 Youth Council. Comprised of dedicated leaders within the country and the global diaspora, this team works at the intersection of innovation, social welfare, and international diplomacy to build a resilient future for Afghan youth.
Abubakkar Rahim
Education & Innovation Lead | Nangarhar/Kabul, AFG & Stafford, VA, USA
Farahnaz Lalizada
Health & Social Welfare Lead | Social Sciences Specialist
Fatima Kazemi
Climate & Sustainability Lead | Co-founder, SDGs Wings for Future
Fasiha Rahim
Gender Equality Lead | Economics Researcher & Educator
Mohammad Elham Noori
Media & International Relation Lead | Kabul, Afghanistan
Sri Lanka National Chapter
The Sri Lanka delegation is a cornerstone of the S8+1 Youth Council, bringing a high-energy focus on technology, entrepreneurship, and maritime sustainability. This team works to empower the island's 5 million+ youth by bridging the gap between traditional industry and the modern digital economy.
Mohamed Mufeeq
Entrepreneurship and Economics Growth
Sri Lanka
Sandeep Himsha
Youth Council Member
Sri Lanka
Kuenzang Tshering Delkar
Youth Council Member
Sri Lanka
Kuenzang Tshering Delkar
Youth Council Member
Sri Lanka
Riya Afra Binthi
Youth Council Member
Sri Lanka
Mohamed Mufeeq
Youth Council Member
Sri Lanka
K.Samadhi Sankalpana
Youth Council Member
Sri Lanka
Ahamed saif
Youth Council Member
Sri Lanka
Bhutan National Chapter
S8+1 Youth Council: Championing Happiness and Sustainability from the Land of the Thunder Dragon
The Bhutan delegation brings a unique perspective to the S8+1 Youth Council, rooted in the philosophy of Gross National Happiness. This team focuses on harmonizing modern innovation with traditional values, ensuring that regional development in South Asia is both sustainable and mindful.
Lodray Jamtsho
Legal Affairs & Policy Lead | Jigme Singye Wangchuck School of Law
Kinley Bidha
Youth Council Member
hutan
Rigtsel Tee Lhendrup
Community Engagement Lead | Thimphu, Bhutan
Rigtsel Tee Lhendrup
Youth Council Member
Bhutan
Tshering Lhamo
Youth Council Member
Bhutan
Kuenzang Tshering Delkar
Youth Outreach Lead | Paro,
Bhutan
Bangladesh National Chapter
S8+1 Youth Council: Architects of Resilience and Democratic Reform from the Delta of Innovation
The Bangladesh delegation is a powerhouse of grassroots leadership and climate resilience within the S8+1 Youth Council. Representing a nation at the frontlines of the global climate crisis, this team bridges the gap between traditional social values and a bold, tech-driven future. From leading national reform to pioneering "Green Business" models, the Bangladesh chapter is dedicated to ensuring that youth voices are not just heard, but are decisive in shaping the nation’s 2030 vision.
Nadia Hossain Souraby
Health And Social Welfare Lead
Cox's Bazar Bangladesh
Fahim Tajnowhat
Youth Development Lead
Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.
Umme Salma Labonno
Education and Innovation Lead
Bangladesh
Jasmima Sabatina
Climate & Sustainability Lead
Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Asif Ahmad Udoy
Media And International Relations Lead
Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Pakistan National Chapter
S8+1 Youth Council: Championing Happiness and Sustainability from the Land of the Pure
The Pakistan delegation brings a distinctive perspective to the S8+1 Youth Council, rooted in the nation’s rich cultural heritage and values of community resilience. This team emphasizes harmonizing modern innovation with traditional wisdom, ensuring that regional development in South Asia is both sustainable and inclusive.
Ali Rehman khan
Social and Tech Entrepreneur
Pakistan
Momin Ali
Pakistan
Muniza Gul
Community Engagement Lead
Pakistan
Muhammad Fahad
Social Entrepreneurship
Pakistan
Ali Rehman khan
Social and Tech Entrepreneur
Pakistan
Faizan Stephen
Youth Council Member
Pakistan
Sagar Maheshwari
Youth Council Member
Pakistan
Bilal Ahmed
Law and Legal Studies
Pakistan
Ahmed Ghazaley Patel
Youth Council Member
Pakistan
Ali Akash
Youth Council Member
Pakistan
India National Chapter
S8+1 Youth Council: Powering Innovation and Democratic Leadership from the World's Largest Youth Population
The India delegation serves as a primary engine of innovation and digital transformation within the S8+1 Youth Council. Representing a nation with the world's largest youth demographic, this chapter focuses on scaling technology driven solutions, fostering social entrepreneurship, and promoting regional stability through democratic dialogue.
Nepal National Chapter
S8+1 Youth Council: Bridging Diplomacy and Resilience from the Peak of the Himalayas
The Nepal delegation is a vital pillar of the S8+1 Youth Council, offering a perspective rooted in regional cooperation and environmental stewardship. As the host nation of the south asian countries, the Nepal chapter leads efforts in mountain ecology conservation, adventure tourism innovation, and fostering peaceful dialogue among South Asian youth.