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NESFAS – North East India
North East India
NESFAS (North East Slow Food & Agrobiodiversity Society)
RJB-CPL & EdEn
EdEn – Educated Environments
Community, Food Systems & Biodiversity
Sustainable Food & Indigenous Knowledge Program
Ongoing
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Strengthening the connection between people and nature through sustainable food systems, indigenous knowledge, and community-led ecological practices.
The NESFAS initiative focuses on preserving and revitalizing traditional food systems that are deeply rooted in ecology, culture, and biodiversity. By promoting sustainable farming practices, seed conservation, and indigenous diets, the project reinforces food systems that are both environmentally resilient and nutritionally rich.
EdEn’s collaboration with NESFAS supports community-driven approaches where farmers, elders, and youth actively participate in safeguarding agrobiodiversity. Knowledge passed down through generations is documented, practiced, and shared to ensure continuity and relevance in a changing world.
The project also emphasizes education and awareness, helping younger generations reconnect with traditional agricultural wisdom. NESFAS demonstrates how food can become a powerful medium for sustainability — nurturing ecosystems, cultural identity, and long-term community resilience.
When we protect our food traditions, we protect our future.

Mobilizing citizens to revive and protect our rivers, one stream at a time

Capturing real stories of change through the lens of sustainability

Building teacher capacity and student engagement for long-term environmental impact
Students experimenting with hydroponic setups, painting eco-themed murals, and molding clay in open classrooms surrounded by greenery