Who We Are
ARPA Opportunity Foundation is an independent platform for reflection, research, and action, created to address the interconnected challenges of climate change, ecological decline, and social inequality.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To advance practical, inclusive, and future-ready solutions through evidence-based research, policy engagement, and community collaboration. ARPA works at the intersection of education, water stewardship, ecosystem resilience, and sustainable livelihoods.
Our Vision
A just, resilient, and sustainable world where people, nature, and knowledge work in harmony, and where local action contributes to global climate and development priorities.
Core Objectives
Integrated Centres Driving Climate, Water, and Social Transformation.
Climate and Environmental Action
Address climate risk and ecological degradation through research, innovation, and responsible practice.
Himalayan and Ecosystem Conservation
Protect fragile ecosystems and strengthen resilience through science-led conservation and local stewardship.
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
Advance climate-resilient agriculture by integrating scientific tools with indigenous knowledge.
Education and Community Empowerment
Expand equitable access to foundational education, environmental literacy, and livelihood skills.
From Knowledge to Impact
ARPA believes sustainable progress is possible when science, society, and policy move together. We combine rigorous research with local realities and indigenous wisdom to design solutions that are credible, inclusive, and implementable. Through dialogue, partnerships, and on-ground engagement, we translate ideas into measurable outcomes for communities and ecosystems.
Board of Directors
ARPA is guided by experienced scholars, practitioners, and community leaders committed to evidence-based public purpose work.
Dr. Pardeep Singh
Director & Co-Founder
Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Studies, PGDAV College, University of Delhi. A dedicated environmental scientist and advocate, Dr. Singh leads ARPA's mission to bridge science, society, and policy for a sustainable future.
Prof. A.S. Raghubanshi
Board Director
Director, IESD, Banaras Hindu University
Distinguished ecologist and environmental scientist at BHU, with decades of research on ecosystem sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and climate adaptation in tropical and Himalayan ecosystems.
Dr. Udaya Bhan Singh
Board Director
Board Director
An expert in environmental governance and community-led sustainability initiatives, contributing deep expertise in water resource management and socioeconomic development to ARPA's strategic direction.
Smt. Manju Singh
Board Director
Board Director
A community leader and advocate for marginalized communities, Smt. Manju Singh brings ground-level insight and deep commitment to ARPA's education and social well-being programs.
What Sets Us Apart
We combine community-centric implementation, ecosystem focus, policy relevance, and strategic partnerships to turn research into durable public impact.