International Conference on

“PARTNERSHIP AND OWNERSHIP BUILDING FOR

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT”

OISCA GLOBAL YOUTH FORUM - 2019

OGYF 2019

ORGANIZED BY

OISCA INTERNATIONAL, WHO

JAPAN

Jointly with

GURU NANAK COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS)

(Re-accredited at ‘A’ grade by NAAC)

Affiliated to the University of Madras

Guru Nanak Salai, Velachery, Chennai- 42.

Under the leadership of

OISCA South India Chapter, Calicut &

OISCA Chapters of Tamil Nadu, Chennai

Co-ordinated by:

DEPARTMENT OF ADVANCED ZOOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY,

GURU NANAK COLLEGE, GURU NANAK SALAI, CHENNAI

Venue: Guru Nanak College, Guru Nanak Salai, Velachery, Chennai

Date: December 5th& 6th, 2019

OISCA GLOBAL YOUTH FORUM 2019 (OGYF 2019)

OISCA Global Youth Forum (OGYF) is intended for creating a platform for wide range of discussions and brain

storming to create awareness, on environmental and social issues. OGYF 2019 aims to build partnerships and

networks to strive for achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. The Forum will also provide opportunities for

the students of schools, UG, PG, and PhD to be involved in sustainable development programs of the world, with

particular emphasis on India. The OISCANs of Tamil Nadu, South India Chapter and committed teachers,

management of GURU NANAK COLLEGE will work together to achieve the purpose of the OISCA Global Youth

Forum 2019.

The OGYF 2019 will also attach special importance to “transformation” required for the achievements of the Goals in

India. Experiences of various countries will be shared with reference to action for rural development, access to water

and sanitation, increasing the forest cover, Agriculture and allied areas, action against climate change etc. The GYF

will bring youth from various countries to discuss the agenda and identify technology, infrastructure and other

solution for SDGs.

The priority of OISCA Global Youth Forum is to address the issues of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or

(Global Goals for Sustainable Development). It comprises of 17 global goals set by the United Nations General

Assembly in 2015 which are : 1- No poverty; 2- Zero Hunger; 3- Good Health and well-being; 4- Quality

Education; 5- Gender equality; 7- Clean water and sanitation; 8- Affordable and clean energy; 9- Decent work

and economic growth; 10- Industry innovation and infrastructure; 11- Reduced inequalities; 12- Sustainable

cities and communities; 13- Responsible consumption and production; 14- Climate action; 15- Life below

water; 16- Life on Land; 17- Peace, justice and strong institutions and Partnership for the goals. Efforts for the

SDGs were started in January 2016, and they will continue to be the guidelines for our local actions until 2030. The

Goals interconnect, in order to leave no one behind. It is important that we achieve each Goal and target at the

earliest. It is implemented in nearly 170 countries. Achieving the SDGs requires the partnership of governments,

private sector, civil society and citizens alike to make sure that we leave a better world for future generations. SDG is

presently in its fourth year of implementation and commitments are required to strive for the SDGs at the earliest.

OISCA INTERNATIONAL (Based in Japan)

OISCA International (Organization for Industrial, Spiritual and Cultural Advancement) was established in

Japan in October 6th, 1961 (17-5 Izumi 2-chome, Suginami, Tokyo 168-0063, Japan). The organization contributes to

humanity's sustainable development through a holistic approach emphasizing the interconnection of agriculture,

ecological integrity, and human spirit. To accomplish this, OISCA International implements and advocates hands-on

experimental programs for world citizens of all ages, transmitting knowledge and skills, and cultivating spiritual

equalities as dedication, self-reliance, and universal brother-sisterhood. Industrial refers to the promotion of

agriculture and other primary industries that are fundamental to human existence. Spiritual does not denote a

particular religion bur rather the need to nurture qualities such as self-reliance, dedication for one’s own community,

international brother-sisterhood and respect for Earth’s ecological integrity on which life is grounded. Cultural

represents the intent to encourage the magnificent cultural diversity that has enriched human life and the universal

need to promote cultural patterns such as culture of peace.

OISCA has 57 years of field experience working at grass root level in the area of development and environmental

conservation through many innovative programs. OISCA coined the term Furusato movement. The term furusato

is Japanese word which mean home. The Furusato movement is aimed at creating sustainable communities where

its residents work together in a spirit of co-operation and self-reliance to achieve their common goals. It is also aimed

at economic self-reliance, social security, environmental conservation and participation in policy formulation and

capacity building.

As on date OISCA International has its chapters and on-going projects in various countries and territories. They

include Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Cambodia, China, Ethiopia, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan,

Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, Singapore,

Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Timor-Leste, Thailand, Uruguay, United Arab Emirates and United States of America.

OISCA International has undertaken many charity works and has won the following awards -

1995 "Category I (General) Consultative Status of the UN Economic and Social Council"

1992 "UN Earth Summit Award for Global Sustainability"

1989 "Special Testimonial for Distinguished Services for Youth" from the Secretary-General of the United

Nations

In India, OISCA has North India Chapter and South India Chapter. The planned Global Youth Forum 2019 will be

organized by the initiative of OISCA South India Chapter; its headquarters is at Calicut. The Chennai region of OISCA

south India Chapter is playing an important role in the preparation and facilitation of the Global Youth Forum.

OISCA South India Chapter (OISCA SIC)

Inspired by the activities of OISCA international, Japan in a conference in DHAKA, Bangladesh in the year 1984, Mr.

M. Arvind Babu, the present Assistant Secretary General, OISCA International & Founder Director of OISCA South

India (OISCA SIC), started the first chapter in Calicut, Kerala, India on 27th June 1985. The South India Chapter has

emerged as a vibrant organization implementing many successful socio-economic and environmental programmes

through its 107 chapters and over 5,000 dedicated members spread across the Southern States of India. OISCA, South

India is actively involved in many programmes especially in Kerala state and their immense contribution through

collaboration stands recognized and solicited by Government of Kerala.

OISCA in Tamil Nadu

OISCA in Tamil Nadu State is part of OISCA South India Chapter and has chapters in Chennai, Kanyakumari,

Neyveli, Coimbatore, Madurai, Trichy, Salem and Erode. Efforts are now being exerted to establish chapters in the

other districts of the State. The chapters in Tamil Nadu are implementing many environmental and social activities like

tree planting, forest restoration, school/college nursery, etc. OISCA Chapters in Tamil Nadu has experts in forestry,

agriculture and allied fields, zoology, botany, law, veterinary, sociology, ecology, etc. It is a matter of pride that OGYF

2019 is being held in Chennai.

OISCA in Tamil Nadu and Chennai Chapter has experience in conducting regular training programmes on varied

subjects like disaster management, landscape level planning, conservation of water bodies, climate change adaptation

and mitigation, river restoration, degraded forest restoration, sacred groves, tribal welfare, man wildlife conflict

resolution, etc.

VARIOUS ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN BY OISCA

Children’s Forest Programme – CFP

This is a flagship programme of OISCA international. CFP was introduced to South India 3 decades back in the year

1985 along with the birth of OISCA first chapter at Calicut. Under this programme, LOVE GREEN CLUBS in schools

and SAVE GREEN CLUBS in colleges were started. A teacher coordinated and monitored the activities of the

children. The activities of the programme include nursery raising & maintenance, seed production, land preparation,

plantation, rising of natural green cover in and around the school premises and in barren lands. This programme is

completely coordinated and monitored by the Chief Co-coordinator of OISCA, South India Council. OISCA, South

India Council has the pride and privilege of Planting 1, 00,000 saplings every year and now to its credit around 1776

schools are actively engaged in the Love Green Club activities. For this immense contribution OISCA SOUTH INDIA

CHAPTER was honored with the highest award – INDIRAPRIYADHARSHINI VRIKSHAMITHRA AWARD–

by the Govt. of India in 1998. This is the highest award of Govt. of India bestowed upon an internationally renowned

Non-governmental Organization.

Student Scholarship Programme

Another marked feature of OISCA international is the OISCA – Youth International Study Sponsorship Programme in

which the School children are given a chance to continue their plus one and plus two – Higher Secondary levels in

Japan – fully funded by OISCA, International, Japan - in the OISCA International School at Japan. Selection is made

through a rigorous examination – TOP TEEN CONTEST, every year through which, 2 children are given the

opportunity to pursue studies in Japan and in this respect OISCA is spending about 35 lakhs per student per year. This

programme till date generated many youth with leadership qualities, educational skills and knowledge. They excel in

many spheres of development with reputed placements in many parts of the world.

Social Awareness and Leadership Training (SALT)

Yet another unique programme of OISCA is Social Awareness and Leadership Training to ninth standard school

children. They are given one year training for acquiring skills which enable them to be responsible leaders of

tomorrow. Apart from these programmes, OISCA is also involved in organizing Nature Study Camps in collaboration

with Forest Department, creating awareness on various environmental issues and in organizing entrepreneurship

programmes for men and women.

Co-Ordination with Governments – Other Activities

OISCA, South India Council ever since its establishment is playing a pivotal role with the government, both at the

State & Central levels, in areas of environmental preservation, Conservation awareness, Youth Skill & Personality

development, Social inclusion of Youth & Children and involving them in socially relevant activities. The other

significant programme in which OISCA International South India Chapter is actively involved are, Drinking Water

Projects, Conservation of Indian Rivers - Clean Ganga Project, Public Health & Hygiene, Drainage & Sanitation to

the Rural Public.

GURU NANAK COLLEGE

GURU NANAK COLLEGE is a reputed institution working for development of world class students, providing the

knowledge in various areas of arts and science. The college is a well-established educational institution with

infrastructure and excellent faculties in the areas of Arts and Science. The students of this college are well exposed to

various topics of international and national importance. The college management is always concerned in providing

the best education to students. The Global Youth Forum to be held in Guru Nanak College will, provide opportunities

for the students of schools, UG, PG, PhD. to involve in sustainable development programmes of Tamil Nadu and

India. The committed teachers and management of GURU NANAK COLLEGE and OISCANs of Tamil Nadu

chapters and South Indian Chapter can work together for the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals.

OISCA GLOBAL YOUTH FORUM 2018

The Global Youth Forum 2018 was successfully organized under the theme “ENVIROTECH” in association with the

Xavier Institute of Management & Entrepreneurship (XIME), a world class business school at Cochin, South India

during 9 - 11th, February, 2018.

MAJOR OBJECTIVES OF OGYF 2019:

Bringing together the world OISCANS, academicians,scientists,industrialists, policy makers and

administrators, NGOs, social thinkers, philanthropists, professionals and volunteers and youth across

the globe under one platform for concrete action on SDGs.

Sharing, discussing, deliberating and trying to give convincing solutions to environmental and social-

economic issues and challenges being witnessed across the world today.

Assessing ongoing global programs and looking for innovative interventions, seeking solutions to find

new routes and pathways for the success in achieving the SDG Goals of UN.

For citizens/students of Chennai to interact with environmental experts and draw plans for sustainable

Chennai. Chennai is rapidly developing capital facing many problems of pollution, urban migration,

floods, droughts and waste disposal issues. Hence this forum will bring best knowledge in the above

areas. It is expected that participants over 30 countries are expected to attend the Global Youth Forum

and share information in the identified areas.

TECHNICAL SESSIONS

In the light of the above, OGYF 2019 will be conducted with five technical sessions which are given below to address

the UN SDGs with particular emphasis on: Water (SDG 6), Energy (SDG7), Sustainable cities (SDG 11), Sustainable

consumption and production (SDG 12), Climate action (SDG 13), Life below water (SDG 14), Terrestrial ecosystem

(SDG 15) and Partnership for the goals (SDG 17).

1. Improving agricultural & forest productivity through natural farming and genetic resource

conservation.

2. Innovation in conservation of wetlands, water rich habitats and marine ecosystems.

3. Harnessing youth strength and women power for natural resource management and healthy rural

life.

4. Biodiversity Conservation- economic evaluation and utilization for livelihoods.

5. Scientific and legal initiatives to combat climate change and achieve the Sustainable Development

Goals.

SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS

Abstracts pertaining to the above thematic areas may be prepared as per the format given below in TIMES NEW

ROMAN on or before 30th September, 2019 through e-mail:oiscagyf2019@gmail.com .

Title small letters in bold - 12 font size; Name of author /s in capital letters – 10 font size; Affiliation in 10 font size,

italics and small letters; Abstract in small letters – 10 font size

CHIEF PATRONS

1. Dr. Yoshiko Y Nakano, President, OISCA International Japan

2. Ms. Etsuko Nakano, President, OISCA International Japan

3. Mr. Toshihiro Nakano, Executive Vice-President, OISCA International japan

4. Mr. K. V. Mohankumar I A S, President OISCA South India Chapter, Calicut

5. Mr. Manjit Singh Nayar, Secretary & Correspondent, Guru Nanak College, Chennai.

PATRONS

1. Mr. YasukiNagaishi, Secretary General, OISCA International Japan.

2. Mr. Fumio Kitsuki, Deputy Secretary General, OISCA International Japan.

3. Mr.M.AravindBabu, Assistant Secretary General, OISCA South India Chapter, Calicut.

4. Dr.M.Selvaraj, Principal, Guru Nanak College, Chennai-42.

5. Mr.K.P.Aboobacker, Executive Vice-President, OISCA SIC, Calicut.

CHAIRMAN

Dr. N. Krishna Kumar IFS, President OISCA Tamil Nadu, Chennai

GENERAL CONVENER

Dr. M. G. Ragunathan, HOD, Department of Advanced Zoology & Biotechnology, Guru Nanak College, Chennai

CONVENERS TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

1. Prof. K. V. Jayachandran, President, OISCA Cherthala Chapter, Kerala.

2. Dr.J.Jayanthi, Associate Professor, Department of Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology, Deputy Director,

G.S.Gill Research Institute, Guru Nanak College, Chennai.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE

1. Dr.K.Namasivayam, Associate Professor & Head,Dept.of Physics and IQAC Coordinator, Guru Nanak

College,Chennai.

2. Prof.K.V.Jayachandran, President, OISCA Cherthala Chapter, Kerala.

3. Mr.P.K.Nalinakshan, Secretary, South India Chapter, Calicut.

4. Mr.P.Rajadurai, Engineer (Retd.), Neyvei Lignite Corporation.

5. Dr. Thomas Thevara, Executive Secretary, OISCA SIC, Calicut

6. Adv. Santhosh Kumar, Member OISCA, Chennai.

7. Adv. D. Saravanan, Vice-President, OISCA Tamil Nadu, Chennai.

8. Mr. V. Ganesan, Former Joint Chief Engineer TNPCB & Member SEIAA, Tamil Nadu.

9. Dr.Shylesh Kumar, President OISCA Madurai Chapter.

10. Dr.K.Revathi, Director of Research, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education & Research, Chennai.

11. Dr.A.S.Maheswari, Asst. Professor & Head, Research Dept. of Zoology, SeethalakshmiRamaswami College,

Tiruchirappalli.

REGISTRATION FEE

National delegates : Rs. 1500

OISCA Members (National) : Rs. 1000

Students (National) : Rs. 1000

OISCA Members (Foreign) : $ 200

Non Members (Foreign) : $ 250

(For National delegates remittance may be made through CORPORATION BANK, Velachery Branch, Acc. No.

520101259513534 ; IFSC CODE - CORP0002109. For others through OISCA South India Chapter, Calicut)

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation can be arranged on payment basis. Tariff and other details will be made available in the second

brochure. Foreign delegates may contact OISCA South India Chapter (ababusan@gmail.com)

With this background the organizers take the privilege to earnestly request your active participation to make the event

a grand success.

Dr. M. G. Ragunathan

General Convener OGYF 2019

Associate Professor & Head,

Dept. of Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology

Guru Nanak College, Chennai.

mgragunathan@yahoo.co.in

+91 8667422312

Dr. N. Krishnakumar IFS (Retd.)

Chairman, OGYF 2019 & President OISCA Tamil Nadu

Former Principal Chief Conservator of Forest &

Head of Forest Force and

Former Chairman State Environmental Impact Assessment

Authority, Tamil Nadu.

krishforbio@gmail.com

+91 9444275218