Rahul Goswami

Rahul Goswami is a distinguished expert with over 20 years of professional experience in roles involving direct and project-based collaboration with UN agencies. Over the past 30 years, he has dedicated himself to documenting, researching, and promoting the safeguarding of traditional knowledge systems across India and Asia.

As a UNESCO expert on intangible cultural heritage in the Asia-Pacific region, Rahul ji has, since 2011, trained and advised government officials, researchers, traditional knowledge bearers, and practitioners. His focus has been on methods to identify, document, and safeguard traditional knowledge systems and intangible cultural heritage.

In addition, he serves as an adviser to India's Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, providing insights on the role of agroecology in the sustainable use of natural resources and the application of local knowledge in the Himalayan and hill regions. He previously worked with the Ministry of Agriculture on revitalizing the agricultural extension system through participatory methods.

Rahul ji's extensive experience and expertise make him an invaluable facilitator for this course, bringing a wealth of knowledge and practical insights into the intricate world of global governance and traditional knowledge systems.