Yaewon Hwang

Passionate professional with strong international experience, dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) and social justice. Committed to driving positive change and inclusivity. Skilled communicator and collaborator, adept at engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve tangible outcomes. A team player with a strong focus on transformative initiatives that promote social justice and intersectionality.

• JEDIS Mentor (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety): Provided guidance and support to mentees from marginalized groups at Greenpeace.
• LGBTQIA+ Peer Mentor: Visiting various universities and youth groups in South Korea to share personal transition stories, offer motivation, and provide peer mentoring to LGBTQIA+ individuals.
• Community Business Hong Kong LGBTQIA+ Champion Mentor: Mentoring young professionals, helping them set and achieve personal and career goals.
• PRS Medical Society of Korea, Global Conference: Presented on the importance of diversity and inclusion in medical settings and shared strategies for engaging with LGBTQIA+ patients.
• National Parliament of Korea, 1st Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony for the Late Sergeant Byun Hee-soo: Delivered a speech on transgender rights in South Korea and shared personal experiences of transitioning.
• C7 (Official Engagement Group of G7) Tokyo, Japan: Presented on the interconnection between equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) and Climate Justice.
• Hong Kong University, Hong Kong SAR: Delivered a talk on the D&I movement and the role of International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs).
• Queer Leadership of Greenpeace: Participated as a panelist in the Queer Leadership discussion alongside senior leaders of the organization.