MSSRF has been involved in various multi-stakeholder dialogues and discussion groups on scientific, social and ethical dimensions of biotechnology research and applications, through public forums, seminars and symposia. MSSRF has also launched a network of Genome Clubs for young students, and women and men members of Panchayats and local bodies. The major aim of these Clubs is to empower both students and Panchayat members with basic knowledge on biotechnology to create capability for understanding the positive and negative implications of scientific advancements. This also provides a detailed exposure to Panchayat members on the provisions relating to Farmers' Rights under the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act and its field level operationalisation as well as those relating to the Biodiversity Act. The objective of the programme is to create a cadre of mangers at the village level for conservation and sustainable utilization of biodiversity and bioresources.