Amjad Nazeer, the head of Alternate Development Services in Islamabad, is a distinguished figure in social and public policy research, as well as a dedicated advocate for human and environmental rights. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Cultural Anthropology, he holds degrees in Governance & Development Management from the UK, Human Rights Policy & Practice from Norway, and Social Anthropology from Pakistan. With a prolific portfolio, he has authored numerous research reports, booklets, op-eds, and news articles covering topics such as human and environmental rights, minority rights, child rights, and education. Previously affiliated with organizations like SAP-Pk, Oxfam-Novib, and Action Aid-Pakistan, his notable works include publications on education inequality, the Single National Curriculum, and international financial assistance. Leveraging his extensive expertise, he actively contributes to social research, delivers training, lectures, and participates in seminars at universities and civil society platforms.

Meet Muhammad Asad Khan, a research and data enthusiast armed with a post-graduate degree in Development Studies and an M.S. in Social Sciences. With a knack for deciphering complex data sets, he currently spearheads research initiatives at ‘Alternate Development Services (ADS)’. Equipped with a passion for research and a flair for data analysis, Asad is committed to unlocking insights that drive meaningful change.

Amjad Mehdi, a political science graduate currently pursuing his master’s at Quaid e Azam University, Islamabad, serves as ADS’s Research and Communication Officer. With a strong commitment to environmental justice and sustainability, Mehdi draws upon his background in social activism and journalism, notably as a part of countrywide student rights campaigns and co-founder of “The Students’ Herald” magazine. His role includes spearheading media campaigns for ADS, utilizing his strong communication skills to convey the organization’s mission and foster collaboration with other entities, all rooted in his dedication to social progress.

Engr. Muhammad Nauman Ashraf holds B.Sc. and M.Sc. (Hons.) degrees in Agricultural Engineering with a specialization in Energy and Environmental Engineering from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan. His research focuses on energy audits, energy use optimization, carbon emissions assessment, the water-energy-food nexus, climate change adaptation, renewables, and sustainable development. He has contributed to the scientific community through journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers presented at both national and international forums. Currently, he serves as the Clean and Green Energy Officer at ADS, where he conducts research on industrial decarbonization and the transition to renewable energy within the industrial sector. He collaborates with stakeholders from academia, industry, policy-making bodies, and independent organizations to accelerate Pakistan’s renewable energy transition, aligning with the Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement.

Abdul Haseeb Tariq holds MS in Electrical Engineering Power from the U.S.-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy at NUST. Specialized in renewable energy, hydrogen technology, fuel cell systems, industrial decarbonization, and clean energy integration. He was a Research Associate at NUST and contributed to several high-impact projects and publications in esteemed journals. He works as a Clean and Green Energy officer at Alternate Development Services (ADS). He is dedicated to renewable and sustainable energy solutions, decarbonization, and climatic impacts across different industrial sectors.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Quaid-e-Azam University, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to ADS. As a Research Associate, she conducts in-depth research, crafts insightful policy briefs, and fosters team collaboration. Her skill set includes data analysis, comprehensive literature reviews, and fieldwork. Specializing in research methodology, critical analysis, and effective communication, she is dedicated to driving positive change. Passionate about making a meaningful impact, she is committed to the mission of ADS and its goal of benefiting our communities.

Virsa Pirzado is a socially conscious media and communication professional, currently pursuing an MPhil at the University of Karachi. She has shown leadership as the country President of the Progressive Students Collective and gained experience in advocacy, human rights and social justice as a Complaint Fellow at the Sindh Commission on the Status of Women. Currently, she serves as the Liaison and Communication Officer at Alternate Development Services (ADS). In this role, she connects the organization with media, relevant people, industries, and government bodies, leveraging networks she built during her student activism and work at the Sindh Commission.