Acyuta Kesava das has been connected to Srila Prabhupada’s movement since his birth, being born to devotee parents. He is based in Sydney, Australia, and received initiation at the tender age of 15 from His Holiness Janananda Gosvami Maharaja.

Acyuta Kesava das has been an active voice for advocacy and justice since a young age, leading to him becoming a National Semi-Finalist in a school debating competition focused on challenging legal and political topics. He currently studies a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at the prestigious Macquarie University, and is close to concluding his education and pursuing a career in law. Acyuta Kesava das currently works as a Policy and Compliance Officer in a disability services company, a role that is primarily focused on protecting the rights of vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals through policy development, internal auditing, compliance risk management and enforcement action. He was selected as a Finalist for the Outstanding Youth Award for the 2023 Sydney Hills Local Business Awards, recognised as one of the most valuable young employees in the local area.

Acyuta Kesava Das is an active administrative member of the ISKCON Law Department and the GBC Wills Committee. He assists in matters focused on property protection, succession and protecting Srila Prabhupada’s legacy and has worked to ensure the operational efficiency and smooth administration of the Law Department’s functions.

Acyuta Kesava Das has actively served in ISKCON in various capacities, and enjoys being involved in youth preaching and sankirtana. At the age of 20, Acyuta Kesava Das was instrumental in the managing and coordination of the Prabhupada Book Marathon in Paris, France – a historic endeavour that saw the country come second in mainland Europe for book distribution. For the last two decades, and under the nurturing guidance of his parents, he and his family have organised and led weekly Harinamas in the suburban areas of Sydney. He also played a key role in opening up a youth outreach centre in Western Sydney, and is regarded as a youth leader amongst the devotee community.