Sujay Hammannavar
Program Manager
Anand, Gujarat, India
Languages: Kannada, English, Hindi, Marathi, Konkani, Telugu
“My decision to join CoRe was shaped by it’s strong focus on systems change, it’s engagement with international networks, and it’s thought leadership in addressing complex natural resource conflicts. The long-standing partnership with Foundation for Ecological Security in India demonstrates the organisation’s commitment to sustained, trust-based collaboration, which I am proud to be part of. CoRe offers me a unique platform to translate global insights into contextually grounded, collective action.”
In partnership with the Foundation for Ecological Security (FES), Sujay Hammannavar contributes to strengthening multi-actor collaborations and learning processes that support resilient and inclusive landscape governance. His professional interests lie at the intersection of ecology, economy, and culture. He is particularly drawn to themes such as degrowth, socially and environmentally responsible business, and embedding bioregional approaches within Indian civil society organizations. Through qualitative research, stakeholder engagement, and program design, Sujay seeks to connect grassroots realities with broader systemic change efforts. Over the years, he has worked across different regions of India — including Goa with UNDP India, Telangana with ITC Limited, and Uttar Pradesh with the Jagriti Enterprise Centre Purvanchal — contributing to initiatives on circular economy, sustainability, and local enterprise development. Sujay grew up in Belagavi, a border city where Karnataka meets Goa and Maharashtra, and where languages, cuisines, and cultural traditions blend seamlessly. This multicultural upbringing not only nurtured his sensitivity to diverse worldviews but also made him a polyglot —he now speaks six languages with ease. Academically trained in environmental engineering at Shivaji University, Sujay also holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Policy and Technology from Imperial College London, along with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law and Policy.