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The Youth Collective

Introducing Our Youth Collective Council

We’re bringing young people into our boardroom

In response to the need for greater representation and diversity of young voices in corporate decision-making, we have introduced our Youth Collective in India. The Youth Collective Council is our initiative and a program to include young people in our boardroom and incorporate their voices in business decisions.

YCC 2.0 which has been launched due to the success of our Youth Collective Council 1.0 launched in 2023. This initiative is designed to integrate young voices into our boardroom and impact our business decisions. YCC 1.0 insights led to concrete proposals across Youth Development, Environment, Inclusivity, and Gender Sensitivity.

We on boarded the 3 suggestive directions proposed by our previous members. These were successfully implemented across The Body Shop India:

  1. The phased introduction of braille in our stores – the program initiated on our 18th anniversary on June 2024 through our Activist Workshop stores
  2. We also prioritized gender inclusivity in our hiring, training, and management practices, ensuring that our head office and store staff embody these values
  3. Committed to utilizing authentic real-life gender inclusive heroes from diverse backgrounds in brand initiatives establishing inclusivity as the benchmark for the industry.

Following the remarkable success and effective implementation of this first edition, we are now excited to launch the second edition of the Youth Collective Council.

Young visionaries Akash Ranison, Naman Sonpar, Anoushka and Dwishojoyee Banarjee joined The Body Shop India Youth Collective Council.

It’s Time to Start Listening to Young Voices

Our ultimate goal remains clear: to actively shape and amplify the voices of India's emerging change-makers, further involving them in creating an even more sustainable and inclusive future for all.

Akash’s dedication as a climate warrior and your insights into sustainable living are truly inspiring, especially as showcased through your advocacy and responsible travel.

Naman has also demonstrated a profound commitment to environmental stewardship through his impactful work focused on the clean-up and revitalization of the Yamuna River – Voicing the Yamuna.

Anoushka’s innovative work with the Kavach App, provides a vital shield for adolescents facing mental health issues, especially concerning climate change anxiety, is profoundly impactful.

Dwishojoyee Banerje, a dynamic force for change and the driving spirit behind all things green, right from The PaperBag Project to The Soft Movement, Dwish is tackling single-use plastic head-on.

How Will it Work?

This Youth Collective panel will offer feedback, ideas and strategic direction to The Body Shop in their respective fields. This diverse set of recognised young minds will support The Body Shop’s agenda of Youth Development, Environment, Inclusivity, and Gender Sensitivity. Each one of them will act as an advisor and work collectively to give perspectives to policy within The Body Shop India to nurture young people's outlook and the world they are looking to inherit.

Meet Our Youth Collective Members

Akash Ranison

Akash Ranison - Environmentalist

Akash is a Climate Artist, Environmentalist, and Author, as well as the Co-Founder of the Greener Earth Foundation. He serves as a Civil Society Representative at the Paris Peace Forum and a Delegate to the UN Migration segment of the UN COP.

He recently published his debut book, "Climate Change Explained: For One & All", with a sequel already in the works. A five-time TEDx speaker, Akash has delivered over 100 impactful talks across global platforms.

Recognized among Forbes 100 Digital Stars, he has also received accolades from Cosmopolitan, Elle, Vogue, and Forbes for his continued advocacy and influence in the climate action space.

Naman Sonpar

Naman Sonpar - Climate Activist

Naman Sonpar is a remarkable young changemaker and the visionary founder of Hari Koshish — a youth-led initiative dedicated to building a brighter, greener, and more sustainable tomorrow. The collective focuses on Youth Advocacy, Climate Education & Action, Waste Management, and impactful on-ground environmental projects.

Naman’s passion for the planet also shines through in his project, Voicing the Yamuna, which champions the clean-up and revitalization of the iconic Yamuna River.

His efforts have earned him recognition as a Times of India Changemaker, a TEDx Speaker, and a Speaker at COP27. He has been featured in Mash Project’s 28for28, and has collaborated on multiple initiatives with the United Nations.

Anoushka

Anoushka - Mental Health Advocate

Anoushka is a passionate child welfare advocate and the visionary force behind the Kavach App—an adolescent mental health platform designed to empower young minds through accessible self-help tools and resources.

A fierce anti-bullying activist and the youngest entrepreneur to win over Shark Tank India’s Anupam Mittal and Aman Gupta, Anoushka’s initiative has already reached over 2 million students across 20,000 schools through awareness drives and campaigns. She has also contributed meaningfully to shaping India’s national mental health policy.

Her remarkable impact has earned her the Pradhan Mantri Bal Shakti Puraskar (2023), along with recognitions as a TEDx Speaker, HarperCollins Publishers Ambassador, BW 30 Under 30 Honoree, and Speaker at IB’s Global Conference.

Dwishojoyee Banarjee

Dwishojoyee Banarjee - Green Economy Catalyst

Dwishojoyee Banerjee is a dynamic changemaker and an unwavering advocate for sustainability. From The PaperBag Project to founding The Soft Movement, she has been at the forefront of the fight against single-use plastic—empowering communities with eco-friendly alternatives made from recycled newspapers, and replacing over 5 million (50L) plastic bags to date.

As a BeVisioneers Mercedes-Benz Fellow, Ashoka Young Changemaker, and TEDx Speaker, Dwish brings deep-rooted insights into grassroots innovation, circular economy models, and community empowerment.