Sai Aashray Trust, Jaipur
Mr. Jay Arora from the Sai Ashray Trust in Jaipur have generously funded the "Marudhara to Himalaya" initiative, aiming to train the next generation of glaciologists in the region. This initiative underscores the region's responsibility to better understand changes in the Himalayas. The Sai Ashray Trust, also known as Shri Sai Baba Aashray Trust, is a non-profit organization based in Jagatpura, Jaipur, dedicated to alleviating hunger and malnutrition among underprivileged children by providing daily nutritious meals. Beyond addressing immediate nutritional needs, the trust fosters holistic development by organizing activities such as dance, craft sessions, yoga, and workshops to teach healthy habits and essential skills. The trust also emphasizes environmental conservation, with initiatives like planting over 10,000 trees as part of a mission to plant one crore trees globally. Additionally, the trust supports education through projects like Shikshalaya, which offers high-quality education to underprivileged children, aiming to instill critical thinking and self-sufficiency for a brighter future. The Sai Ashray Trust's multifaceted approach reflects its commitment to nurturing hope and creating a better future for underprivileged communities in Jaipur.
International Glaciological Society
The IGS partially funds the LIGSS-2025.
The International Glaciological Society (IGS) is a leading global organization dedicated to advancing the study of snow and ice. It supports scientific exchange through journals, conferences, and thematic workshops. IGS plays an active role in promoting education by supporting premier training programs such as the Alaska Summer Glaciology School, Karthaus Summer School, and the McCarthy program. Through such efforts, it helps build capacity among early-career researchers and strengthens global collaboration in cryospheric science. (More information: https://www.igsoc.org/)
Vienna Science Cluster
The Vienna Scientific Cluster (VSC) is supporting LIGSS-2025 by granting participants access to its high-performance computing resources.
The Vienna Scientific Cluster (VSC) is Austria’s leading high-performance computing facility, jointly operated by major universities including TU Wien and the University of Vienna. It supports advanced research across disciplines such as climate science, physics, and life sciences. VSC offers powerful computing resources, training programs, and peer-reviewed access to foster scientific innovation.