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About Us

A Global South transnational think-and-do tank advancing fourth-generation frameworks for conscious civilizational transformation

Global South Perspective

Think & Do Tank

Transitional Scope

Fourth-Generation
Frameworks

Our Mission, Vision & Goals

Save the Planet
Our Mission

We exist to support and empower individuals and communities in understanding and navigating the rapidly unfolding Global Crisis—a convergence of ecological, social, technological, and economic breakdowns—by fostering deep reflection, meaningful dialogue, and bold systemic transformation.

Our Goals

To build a new global consciousness and prepare humanity for a life sustaining future - beyond the collapse of our current industrial civilization.

Our Vision

A world adapted to a new ecological order, reorganized bioregionally, with reduced consumption, powered by renewables and governed by regenerative commons.

Why Global South Perspectives Matter for Planetary Solutions

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Global South Leadership & Fourth-Generation Innovation

Most crisis frameworks emerge from Northern institutions operating within paradigms that created the Global Crisis. Our Global South research perspective provides essential alternative viewpoint, while our Global Crisis Framework (GCF) represents the fourth generation of crisis understanding—beyond Polycrisis → Metacrisis → Deep Adaptation.

Why This Matters

TERRA reveals which sustainability initiatives have genuine transformation potential versus sophisticated symptom management, enabling strategic resource redirection toward approaches that actually work.

Our Primary Contribution

The Global Crisis Framework (GCF) featuring TERRA assessment methodology and Global Crisis Response Strategy (GCRS)—systematic tools for understanding civilizational transformation that distinguish genuine transformation from sophisticated symptom management.

Our Approach

Complete Infrastructure for Transformation

TERRA Framework

TERRA reveals which sustainability initiatives have genuine transformation potential versus sophisticated symptom management through systematic assessment criteria that evaluate paradigm alignment and systemic integration.

GCRS Strategy

Islands via Lifeboats" blueprint for conscious civilizational transition—building immediate resilience while creating long-term sustainable communities through bioregional organization and regenerative systems.

Heritage Integration

Building on 100+ years of Gandhi-Kumarappa synthesis and Global South innovations, integrating philosophical traditions like Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family), Ubuntu (interconnectedness of humanity), and Sumak Kawsay (buen vivir) with contemporary systems science.

Dual Implementation: A & B Series Projects

A-Series R&D Initiative

Develops conceptual and strategic foundations, validating & refining GCF, transforming discourse surrounding existential risks.

B-Series Projects

Focus on critical on-the-ground implementation, particularly within India and South Asia, fostering resilient local communities.

Our Team

Sudhir Shetty
Sudhir Shetty

Founder & CEO

Sudhir Shetty: He is the Founder and Senior Researcher of Global Crisis Response (GCR.org), a transnational think tank and social change movement based in Mumbai, India. As the principal architect of the Global Crisis Framework (GCF), Sudhir Shetty brings a unique Global South perspective to humanity's existential challenges, integrating ecological overshoot, energy descent, civilizational complexity, and exponential technology risks into a unified analysis that challenges mainstream sustainability discourse. His work focuses on prefigurative responses to inevitable civilizational collapse, emphasizing bioregional resilience and community-centered transition strategies as alternatives to techno-optimistic solutions.

GCR.org is currently led by Sudhir Shetty, who developed the Global Crisis Framework and serves as the primary thought leader and author for all organizational content. As the organization grows, additional contributors will be clearly identified, maintaining transparency about authorship and intellectual contributions.

Volunteer Experience

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Georgin T Chalumkara (Delhi, India)

Research Assistant (2021-2022)

“While working with GCR I have also had the precious opportunity to read various literary works by such influential personalities who have put great effort into teaching the world about the nuances involved, the cause and effects”

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Dr. Patty Ramirez (Cadiz, Spain)

Research Associate (2021-2022)

“I have a better grasp of the interconnected problems, beyond climate change, and the need for wider system change. Thank you, GCR for opening my eyes to these issues, which I will continue to engage with”

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Kaira Wallace (California, USA)

Research Assistant (2020-21)

"My time as a research assistant with GCR was hugely valuable and helped me develop useful skills like creating written form content, database creation, and critical thinking. I gained new perspectives on issues like climate change and became more aware of the work that needs to be done. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to work with this organization!"

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Tulika Singh (New Delhi, India)

Research Assistant (2020-21)

"The eight weeks at GCR allowed me to grow personally and helped me gain a new understanding of the world from a socio-ecological perspective - an experience I had never had before"

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Vanitha Patil

Project Management tool (Asana) integration & training

Collaborating with GCR was not only buoyant but also was a learning curve in educating me about terms such as sustainability, Collapse, and Global crisis. Being part of the PM integration tool

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Amanjeet Kaur (Mumbai, India)

Technical lead-Project Management tool (Asana) integration & training

My experience of volunteering with GCR was both enriching and enlightening. I got the opportunity to enhance my skills in the field of Project Management and gained authentic knowledge about real-world issues. I am grateful that I could be a part of such a crucial initiative.

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Pratibha Aswal

Creating a Volunteer Handbook

"I am really thankful for GCR for giving me this opportunity and particularly Sudhir for his guidance and support throughout."

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Arthur Caffier

User Experience (UX) Researcher

"Working with GCR has been an incredible learning experience, where I had the opportunity to apply my knowledge in user research and design thinking to a meaningful cause."

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Anjali Butley (Tata Pro-engage Volunteer, TCS, Delhi)

Editorial Strategy

"This project has given me challenging and thought provoking learning experience"

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Javed Khan (Tata Pro-engage Volunteer, HRBP -Tata International Ltd., MP, India)

Board Recruitment Strategy

Working with GCR on the strategic project “Board Recruitment Strategy” has been a milestone on my personal and professional developmental journey

Think & Do Tank Model: Research Excellence Meets Implementation Vision

GCR.org operates as a self-funded initiative in its early stages, building toward becoming a full-fledged transnational organization. While transnational in vision, we are currently developing the infrastructure and partnerships necessary for global impact.

Legal Structure

Orb-Tranz Research & Broadcasting Foundation (Section 8 non-profit)

Established

April 2021, Mumbai

Tax Status

12A and 80G certified until 2026-27

Registration

No. 359692, Mumbai ROC

  • Sudhir Shetty realizes the existence of Global Crisis as humanity's existential predicament much larger than climate change or plastic pollution.

    2018

    Sudhir Shetty realizes the existence of Global Crisis as humanity's  existential predicament much larger than climate change or plastic
    pollution.

    2019

    Founder quits formal PhD pursuits and embarks on independent research exploration to discover conceptual frameworks that can empower change makers to navigate Global Crisis.

    2021

    Launch of www.globalcrisisresponse.org in April as a collapse-awareplatform; birth of Orb-Tranz Research & Broadcasting Foundation with transnational vision; beginning of volunteer internship programs.

    2022

    Achievement of 12A & 80G certificates; live presentations in Rajasthan and Mumbai.

    2023

    Sajai Jose & Usha Alexander join as voluntary collaborators; website refurbishment.

    2020 - 2025

    Extensive research culminates in TERRA Framework and Global Crisis Response Strategy (GCRS) as model "super-narrative" to navigate Global Crisis.

    2025

    Launch of GCR.org's YouTube channel; Publication of comprehensive Global Crisis Framework White Paper.

  • Fourth-Generation Framework Evolution

    • First Generation: Polycrisis (1999-2020) - Recognized interconnectedness but lacked action pathways

    • Second Generation: Metacrisis (2020-2024) - Identified root causes but limited implementation tools

    • Third Generation: Deep Adaptation (2018-2024) - Prepared for breakdown but insufficient coordination infrastructure

    • Fourth Generation: Global Crisis Framework (2024-Present) - Complete communication + assessment + implementation infrastructure

    Our Evolutionary Advances

    • System Specificity: Precisely identifies GIC as collapsing system due to growth dependence hitting planetary limits

    • Dual-Threat Precision: GIC collapse (inevitable) + Planetary collapse (possible)—managing the first determines the second

    • Assessment Methodology: TERRA Framework systematically distinguishes symptom management from root cause transformation

  • For Philanthropic Organizations & Impact Investors

    • TERRA assessment integration in grant-making processes

    • Joint funding for highest-leverage transformation opportunities

    • Impact measurement distinguishing root cause from symptom approaches

    • Resource redirection toward Strong Sustainability initiatives

    For Academic Institutions & Researchers

    • Community-controlled research respecting indigenous protocols

    • Cross-cultural validation studies and curriculum development

    • Multi-disciplinary collaboration with Global South theoretical leadership

    • Student engagement in real-world transformation initiatives

    For Communities & Implementation Partners

    • GCRS blueprints for bioregional transformation and conscious community development

    • Assessment tools for post-growth economy business models

    • Bioregional governance and community resilience planning

    • Alternative economic platforms and regenerative business development

  • Core Values

    • Futuristic & Long-term-Thinking: Big picture thinking and systems approach

    • Paradigm-shift approach: Understanding the why & reimagining the possible

    • Independence: Freedom from institutional and political constraints

    • Courage: Making a difference by taking action

    • Prudence: Embracing ownership mentality and continuous learning

    Guiding Wisdom

    • Demand reduction measures must be prioritized over supply-augmenting solutions

    • Bottom-up decentralized initiatives supported by top-down thinking has the best chance of moving the needle

    • Everyone deserves to know the true nature, gravity, and urgency of humanity's predicament and the trade-offs involved

    Operational Values

    • Collaborative: Empowering other change-makers and being collaborative

    • Learning-Oriented: Creating culture that promotes learning, improving, and innovating

    • Excellence in Communication: Clear, concise communication and great listening skills

  • Compared to Academic Institutions

    • Freedom from paradigmatic constraints limiting research

    • Focus on implementation over theoretical development alone

    • Speed and adaptability unconstrained by institutional approval processes

    Compared to Traditional NGOs

    • Comprehensive frameworks rather than single-issue focus

    • Integration of personal transformation with systemic change

    • Long-term civilizational perspective beyond policy cycles

    Compared to Spiritual Communities

    • Systems analysis and political engagement alongside inner development

    • Cross-cultural integration rather than single-tradition focus

    • Emergency response appropriate to current urgency

    Compared to Government Organizations

    • Freedom from political constraints

    • Ability to challenge fundamental assumptions

    • Direct community engagement rather than top-down implementation

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