“I am taking part in ISA because the management of water hyacinth in my community is crucial to combat food insecurity and reduce risks of droughts and floods. By making value-added products from water hyacinth, we are creating a sustainable solution that benefits both the community and nature”   Sushmita Krishnan (24 years old) has

“I am taking part in the ISA because I believe that proper management of wetlands can provide the instrument to sustain human well-being.”   Chimwemwe Tembo serves as a Biologist and fisheries officer for the Malawian government, focusing on conserving aquatic life within the Lake Chilwa wetland biosphere reserve. He has 8 years of experience