Our Team

FOUNDER & CEO

Critically acclaimed independent film director, art lecturer, author, sustainability scholar, and longtime sustainability activist. Jian Yi's films have won many international film awards and have been shown around the world, including New York's MoMA. He has also served on the judging panel in international film festivals and mentored participants in the South Asia Youth Director camp. He has taught in Communication University of China for five years and worked in the EU aid project for three years. In 2017, Jian Yi founded the Good Food Fund (良食基金) under the China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation, which is concerned with solving the problems of biodiversity loss, climate change, hunger, unhealthy diets, food waste, and abuse of farmed animals through food system transformation.

EVENTS DIRECTOR

Lingquan graduated from Guangdong University of Foreign Studies with a degree in teaching Chinese as a second language, but her passion for sustainability led her to a career in permaculture and organic agriculture advocacy. Before joining the China Vegan Society, Lingquan was the events and communications manager for Beijing Organic Farmers Market. At China Vegan Society, Lingquan plans and project-manages online and offline events such as the annual VegFest. When she’s not working, you can find Lingquan attending sustainability events, studying traditional Chinese tea culture, and spending time in nature.

COMMUNITY MANAGER

Amelie graduated from St. Mary’s University London with a BSc in Nutrition. After returning to China, she worked in the education industry before joining the China Vegan Society in 2021. At the China Vegan Society, Amelie manages the organization’s various online communities and community-focused campaigns such as the grant program. Outside of work, you can find her enjoying time in nature and learning ballet.

Technical Director（PM）

Dan oversees technical operations at the China Vegan Society, leveraging his extensive expertise to advance their mission. Before joining the society, he worked at Yihe Consulting, an organization dedicated to promoting effective philanthropy in China.

Dan is also the co-founder of zhgongyi.com, a platform designed to help non-profit organizations enhance transparency and effectively utilize the internet for communication. His earlier career includes roles at Tencent and the Institute of Mechatronics at Tsinghua University.

With over a decade of experience in technical work, Dan is a strong advocate for using technology for the greater good. Additionally, he has volunteered for TEDxShenzhen, further demonstrating his commitment to community engagement and knowledge sharing.

HR and Finance Manager

Previously working in corporates, I became aware of the impacts of healthy eating on environment, health and animals. This understanding inspired me to transition into a new field, although my job responsibilities remain largely unchanged. I now feel that my work is more than just a job; it has gained new meaning. I strongly resonate with the philosophy of China VeganSociety: the mass production of meat and dairy products burdens the environment. The production of meat products requires substantial grain consumption, leading to deforestation, loss of animal habitats, and even species extinction.

As a mother of a lovely child who loves interacting with animals and is curious about their habits, I find great satisfaction in my current role. I am also eager to share this philosophy with my friends.

Director of Vegan Certification and International Affairs

An advocate for animal rights currently based in Beijing. With a Master’s degree from Peking University, Sascha has been vegan for 9 years and brings 10 years of experience working with local and international NGOs focused on animal protection and support for disadvantaged children and adolescents.