Compassion
Leading with empathy and seeing the humanity in everyone.
I am a peacebuilder, connector and nature lover with a passion for building bridges between people and the planet. I believe in the power of dialogue, learning and collective action to create lasting change.
Peace begins with people.
— Greshma Pious Raju
Hope grows through action.
My journey began in Kerala, India, where I discovered the power of empathy, community and service. Over the years, that spark took me across continents — learning from diverse cultures, working with young people and communities, and understanding that our challenges are different, yet our hopes are the same.
Download Full BioEvery conversation is a chance to build understanding.
Every action is a step towards a better tomorrow.
Leading with empathy and seeing the humanity in everyone.
Believing that together, we can achieve far more than alone.
Staying true to values of honesty, respect and accountability.
Protecting our planet and creating a future that is just and green.
Investing in young people and communities to become change makers.
2010
Started volunteering in intercultural, interfaith and environmental initiatives.
2016
Completed my Bachelor's degree in English.
2019
Completed my Master's in International Peace Studies at the University for Peace, Costa Rica.
2021
Founded Ecopeace Teen Café to empower youth for climate and peace.
2024
Joined Our Kids' Climate as Community & Fellowship Manager.
Today
Global Council Trustee at URI & continuing the journey of impact and transformation.
Through peacebuilding, youth engagement, climate action and meaningful dialogue, my work continues to connect people, ideas and possibilities.
Countries
Young Leaders
Workshops
Lives Reached
Years of Purpose
United Religions Initiative (URI)
Our Kids' Climate
UNEP Faith for Earth Initiative
Ecopeace Teen Café
Youth Constituency
Her ability to connect, listen and empower youth is truly exceptional. She brings compassion and clarity to every initiative she leads.
Working with Greshma has been a transformative experience. She leads with heart and turns vision into meaningful reality.