Qiyun Woo
Singaporean environmentalist
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Qiyun Woo is a Singaporean environmental activist, science communicator, content creator and artist. She was recognized by National Geographic's 33,[1] Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia,[2] and as one of BBC's 100 Most Inspiring and Influential Women of 2023.[3]
Qiyun Woo | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1997 (age 28–29) |
| Occupation | Environmental activist |
| Awards | National Geographic 33 2026, Forbes 30 Under 30 2025, BBC's Top 100 Women 2023, National |
Early life and education
Woo was born in 1997 in Singapore.[4] She attained a Bachelor of Environmental Studies from the National University of Singapore (NUS).[5]
Career
Woo currently works at the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.[6]
Activism
Woo started her Environmental Activism Journey at the age of nine when she penned a three-page essay when Australian zookeeper and television personality Steve Irwin died after being pierced by a stingray barb in 2006.[5] She started the page @theweirdandwild on Instagram to communicate the issues with the environment in Singapore through graphic designs, animations, and informational images and videos.[7]