Governing Council

The Governing Council provides strategic leadership, policy oversight and institutional guidance supporting SDC’s mission and long-term impact.

Executive Council

Leadership responsible for strategic direction and governance.

Datchanamoorthy Ramu (DMR)
Founder Chairman 

Dr. Datchanamoorthy Ramu (DMR) is an eminent leader from India, an SDG Advocate and an International Human Rights Educator He has been actively engaged in global dialogues on sustainable development and youth participation.

  Dr. Ramu worked with the United Nations MYWorld 2030 initiative, a global campaign that mobilized citizens’ voices and contributed to shaping the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations. This global engagement later became the foundation for establishing the Sustainable Development Council (SDC), an organization committed to advancing the SDGs through youth leadership, partnerships, and community-driven initiatives.

  In recognition of his contributions toward promoting the SDGs, Dr. Ramu was later appointed as an SDG Advocate for the Asia-Pacific region, where he continues to promote awareness, youth engagement, and collaborative action toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals across communities and international platforms.

  Dr. Ramu is also Co-Founder of the International Youth Forum, organizations dedicated to empowering youth, promoting sustainable development, and advancing humanitarian initiatives. For his impactful contributions, he has been honored with prestigious recognitions including the Karmaveer Chakra and the Bharat Jyoti Award. He holds a B.Tech from Anna University and has pursued Global Diplomacy at the University of London.

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Gokulnath Mathiyazhagan
Secretary General

A qualified social worker on volunteerism with over 12 years of experience in providing high quality support to Youth to empower them self to become a agent of Change. Having a consistent track record of working successfully with individuals, families or groups, all within a variety of settings. Possessing a in- depth understanding of relevant legislation, procedures and techniques required. Extensive knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their application to complex cases, group work, and community issues. Easy going by nature and able to get along with both colleagues and others.

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Nawabzada Mohammed Asif Ali
Patron in Chief

Nawabzada Mohammed Asif Ali, the Heir-Apparent and Dewan to the Prince of Arcot, Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali, hails from a noble lineage tracing back to Hazrath Umar Ibn Al-Khattab (RA), the second Caliph of Islam. Based in Chennai, India, he is a dynamic leader, philanthropist, and cultural ambassador.

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Senior Advisory Council (India)

Dr. G. A. Rajkumar IAS (R)
Former Additional Cheif Secreatary
Govt of Tamil Nadu
Mr. B. Lakshmikantham, IAS (R)
Former Collector
Government of Andhra Pradesh
Dr. M. S. Nagarajan
Sports Director for the Special Olympics,
Asia Pacific Region

International Governing Council

Mr. Rahul K C
Mr. Rahul K C
Chief Operating Officer
Ms. Prisana Kumchai
Ms. Prisana Kumchai
Director, Human Rights Wing
Guna Raj Pyakurel
Guna Raj Pyakurel
Director, Volunteer Wing
Dr. Elliott Lancaster MBE
Dr. Elliott Lancaster MBE
Policy Advisor - SDG 16
Anish Shrestha
Anish Shrestha
Director, Environment Wing
Ms. Aishwarya Narasimhadevara
Ms. Aishwarya Narasimhadevara
Resident Coordinator, UNHQ
Dr. B.Ganesamoorthy
Dr. B.Ganesamoorthy
Director, Doctors Wing
Mrs. Varsha Aswani
Mrs. Varsha Aswani
Director, Women's Wing

National Representatives

India

Dr. Ajmal Dastagir
Dr. Ajmal Dastagir
Chairman, India
Mr. Jubran Siddique
Mr. Jubran Siddique
Vice Chairman, India
Mr. Balaji Elumalai
Mr. Balaji Elumalai
Director - Strategy & International Relations, India
Mr. Dinesh S.P
Mr. Dinesh S.P
Director - Environment & Sustainability, India
Mr. P Navamani
Mr. P Navamani
Executive Member, India
Mrs. Siya Sri
Mrs. Siya Sri
Head - Partnerships and Communications, India
Mrs. Sowmya S
Program Director (Academics), India
Mr. Jai Aswani
Mr. Jai Aswani
Youth Ambassador, India

Thailand

Miss Samilin Tawa
Miss Samilin Tawa
Country Coordinator
Miss Wirakan Bunchu
Miss Wirakan Bunchu
Deputy Coordinator
Mrs. Charlotte Amalie Yuson
Mrs. Charlotte Amalie Yuson
Chief Program Officer
Miss. Pawarisa Danthamrongkul
Miss. Pawarisa Danthamrongkul
Program Head
Mr. Soe Thiha Zan
Mr. Soe Thiha Zan
Program Head
Miss. Thal Myat Eain
Miss. Thal Myat Eain
Program Head
Miss. Chamathorn Ongsampop
Miss. Chamathorn Ongsampop
Program Head
Miss. Chalisa Homklun
Executive Secretary
Miss. Pornnapat Kaeothong
Miss. Pornnapat Kaeothong
Executive Secretary

Malaysia

Dr. Venkates Rao
Dr. Venkates Rao
Chairman

Switzerland

Miss. Sophieah
Country Coordinator

Dubai

Mr. Philip Jousha
Mr. Philip Jousha
Country Coordinator
Sustainable Development Council