Amreesh Chandra
SDG Man of India
Trustee St. Paul’s Educational Trust, Gorakhpur
Founder – The House of MOSAIC
A visionary educationist and sustainability advocate. Known as the SDG Man of India, he champions the integration of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into educational systems. Through innovative initiatives, he vision is to transform schools into knowledge warehouse promoting sustainable awareness, practices and societal change.
Philosophy
Education as the Hubs for Sustainability: Schools are the foundation for building a sustainable future.
SDG Integration in Learning: Helps in global learning and to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills in students.
Community as a Classroom: Emphasizes that sustainability is not just taught in books but experienced through real-world applications in schools and neighborhoods.
Visionary School Leadership
Amreesh Chandra’s leadership at St. Paul’s School has redefined education by transforming it into India’s first SDG-aware institution. His dedication to sustainability is evident in:
- SDG-Aligned Curriculum: Designed to integrate sustainability into everyday learning.
- FEW Initiative (Save Food, Electricity, and Water): Encouraging students to adopt responsible consumption habits.
International Recognition
Freeman of the City of London (2012): Bestowed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for his exceptional contributions to education.
Royal Emissary: Appointed by His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Ashanti Kingdom.
SDG Ambassador for India (2016): Acknowledged by the Dainik Jagran Group for promoting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Global Leader for SDGs (2024): By IHW Council at the Sustainability Hour in Dubai.
Honorary Doctorate in Green: Awarded by Chicago Open University, USA for promoting sustainability through educational programs and initiatives in India and globally.
Freeman of the City of London (2012):
Bestowed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for his exceptional contributions to education.
Royal Emissary:
Appointed by His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Ashanti Kingdom.
Global SDG Leader (2024):
By IHW Council by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Former Minister of Health & Family Welfare, GOI, Amruta Fadnavis, Singer, and Social Activist, and H.E. Yaqoob Al Ali, Executive Director and Private Advisor to the Office of His Highness Sheikh Juma bin Maktoum Al Maktoum.
First Honorary Distinguished Fellowship:
Under the India Centre of the University of Southampton for his revered contribution to education with Project OoSC by Prof. Jane Falkingham, OBE Vice President International of the University of Southampton.
