STARS is a visionary NGO founded by Sohail and Mohisha. Fuelled by a passion for serving the community, STARS aims to shine brightly as a catalyst for positive social transformation. The Executive Committee is chaired by Mrs. Nishta Jugbandhan and is composed of members with long experienced in community services, education, technology and innovation. STARS is supported by a wonderful group of volunteers and experts in Mauritius and across the globe.
Our Mission
STARS harnesses the transformative power of education to unite and create a lasting impact, championing diversity, equality, and inclusivity in the community, leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions to pave the way for a sustainable future and redefining norms and fostering positive change.
Our Goals
Inspire
We focus on inspiring and empowering the youth. We harness the transformative power of education to create a lasting impact. We do this by providing access to quality and holistic education and opportunities. Through our program and initiatives we aim to ignite a passion for learning and growth.
Innovation
We foster a culture of innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship through our actions, inspirational workshops and mentorship program. We encourage youth to become change-makers and leverage technology and innovative solutions to solve global challenges by providing mentorship and support.
Impact
Creating a lasting impact is at the core of what we do. We work in collaboration with all partners for a better outreach and help build a sustainable ecosystem. Our projects are built around our mission, key focus areas and drive positive changes for a more equitable community.
Through our sustainability campaigns we raise awareness about importance of eco-friendly habits and impacts of climate change. Empowering individuals and communities to make sustainable choices and contribute for a resilient and sustainable future.
Advocacy
We are ambassadors for Diversity, Equality and Inclusivity. We stand-up and work with all partners for an equitable and inclusive community. We champion equal rights and
opportunities for individuals from all background. Through our different projects, we advocate in action our mission. Climate change is a global crisis and we are passionate advocates for climate change awareness and mitigation efforts.
Through research and collaboration, our Founder, Sohail is developing innovative solutions like spearheading a capstone project on Carbon Capture and Utilisation in collaboration with government agencies and universities research centres.
Founders of STARS
Empowering through the transformative power of education, embracing diversity, advocating for equality, fostering a culture of innovation and creativity as a catalyst for growth, inspiring entrepreneurship as a pathway for success and be an ambassador for sustainability – together we can and be a force for a more inclusive world.
–Sohail
Sohail Jugbandhan – Founder of STARS
We advocate for a sustainable and equitable world. Join us on this journey of community service, empowerment, advocacy and innovation. Be the catalyst.
-Mohisha
Mohisha Jugbandhan – Founder of STARS
Committee Members
Empowering progress through the pillars of science, technology, advocacy, research and sustainability. Together we shine as STARS.
-Nishta
Nishta Jugbandhan – President of STARS
Alone we can do so little: together, we can do so much. Let’s unite our effort and create a lasting impact for a better world.
-Committee members