Neelam Bhan is a Project Coordinator at the Wildlife Conservation Society, dedicated to marine conservation. Her expertise lies in small-scale fisheries and community engagement, driving Nature-based Solutions initiatives. She has worked with closely coastal communities and holds a post-graduate diploma in Marine Science from the University of the South Pacific.

Beth is an interdisciplinary researcher in environmental science with a Masters in ecology. She is currently pursuing a PhD at the intersection between social-ecological resilience and Indigenous-led nature-based solutions. Elisa is a member of the Atikamekw First Nation. She is a photographer and videographer, and does Atikamekw language translation work. She also works on community research projects.

Muhammad Abdur Rahaman serves the Center for People & Environ (CPE) as Director. Mr. Rahaman is a dedicated young climate scientist who has worked in the climate science and policy field for over 23 years.

Noora Yukich (B.Sc, M.Sc and M.DisMgt) is an international development professional with extensive experience across climate change and disaster resilience projects in Asia and the Pacific. Her PhD research focuses on understanding the role of Local Knowledge in the context of donor-funded CCA and DRR work in the Cook Islands.

Kiri Allan is currently Lead Technician for Pou Take Āhuarangi, the Climate Pou of the National Iwi Chairs Forum and works alongside Māori communities to shape and influence climate policy and action. She has a background in advising and collaborating with a wide array of entities, including large corporate organisations, central and local government, small to medium-sized businesses, iwi, Māori Authorities, Māori Trusts and Incorporations. Her tenure as a former Cabinet Minister and lawyer equips her with a plethora of skills and experience. Kiri Allan recognised as a leader, a decisive decision-maker, and a catalyst for pioneering change.

Anahera Nin advises Pou Take Āhuarangi on climate policy and works alongside Kiritapu with Māori communities on shaping and influencing climate policy and action. She has worked across the iwi/tribal spaces and public sector and has a background in economics, policy and strategy. She wears several hats, including continued work across a range of initiatives - several of which are focused on climate change. Her passions include elevating rangatahi and indigenous voices and leaders, climate change, and equitable access to resource.

Kiri Allan is currently Lead Technician for Pou Take Āhuarangi, the Climate Pou of the National Iwi Chairs Forum and works alongside Māori communities to shape and influence climate policy and action. She has a background in advising and collaborating with a wide array of entities, including large corporate organisations, central and local government, small to medium-sized businesses, iwi, Māori Authorities, Māori Trusts and Incorporations. Her tenure as a former Cabinet Minister and lawyer equips her with a plethora of skills and experience. Kiri Allan recognised as a leader, a decisive decision-maker, and a catalyst for pioneering change. Anahera Nin advises Pou Take Āhuarangi on climate policy and works alongside Kiritapu with Māori communities on shaping and influencing climate policy and action. She has worked across the iwi/tribal spaces and public sector and has a background in economics, policy and strategy. She wears several hats, including continued work across a range of initiatives - several of which are focused on climate change. Her passions include elevating rangatahi and indigenous voices and leaders, climate change, and equitable access to resource.