Our Team

Jared is a 9th grader from Vancouver with a deep commitment to sustainability. He actively participates in local environmental programs and is currently conducting research on bees as part of his dedication to ecological preservation. Alongside his sustainability efforts, Jared has competed in the IOAA Jr. for astronomy and plays club volleyball.

Benson Riang is a graduate student based in New Delhi, India and is involved in various ecological movements focusing mainly on the Indian Himalayan region and working alongside various indigenous communities and grassroot organizations. He is immensely interested in documenting the socio-economical changes happening to these grassroot communities inhabiting some of the most isolated regions in the world which are now subjected to the growing climatic and environmental changes. Alongside his community work, He’s also interested in taking part in various workshops and conferences around the world and has participated as a delegate to the 18th Conference of Youth, 6th UN Environmental Assembly, Global Youth Environmental Assembly 2024 etc. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riangbenson/

I am Kelvin Kaizhu Wu, a native of Shanghai. I arrived in Vancouver, Canada, in 2023, and I am currently a Grade 10 student at University Hill Secondary School.  I am lively and active, filled with curiosity about everything new. To explore and gain a deeper understanding of my new country and city,  I am always lucky guy, I joined this Green Future Foundation created by one same-school senior brother Denial Chan. Vancouver is known for its beautiful scenery and I think it has strong environmental protection, yet it still advocates for many better environmental issues, which inspired me to join the organization. The first topic I researched was the relationship between salmon migration and the environment. Through various big and small activities in this organization, leading me to a new understanding of the relationship between people and nature, as well as between people and the Earth. To become a part of the youth community that cares about green environmental protection and global sustainable development.  This experience may also influence my future university applications and career choices. The exploration is ongoing, and the learning continues.

Cami Yu is a Grade 10 student at University Hill Secondary who aspires to pursue a career in criminal law, while possibly exploring the world of clinical or forensic psychology. Interested in the justice system, politics and journalism, he has worked in several organizations and clubs hoping to help others find their passion as well. Known around his community as the guy who works all day at the community center, you can find him digging through past case law, waking up at 4 am for mock trial competitions, and leaving extensive reviews for every movie he’s ever watched.

Alex is a high school student from Vancouver, Canada and he is very passionate about extracurricular engagement. He has delved into diverse activities such as organizing community service initiatives and holding leadership roles in not-for-profit organizations like the Youth to Youth Club. Furthermore, he also avidly engages in choir singing (Uhill choir), newscasting (Uhill newscast club), and sports teams (Uhill golf team), which have honed his teamwork, communication, and organizational skills, enriching his holistic educational journey.

Youth to Youth Club https://www.youth2youthclub.com/

Born in Shanghai, China, and raised in Vancouver, Canada, Tao Jin, a G12 student at University Hill Secondary, has always pictured himself as an accomplished engineer in future. From an early age, Tao has had a strong penchant for hands-on activities, taking pride in assembling much of the furniture at home.  As his understanding of the world has evolved, the specific field Tao would like to devote to has changed from an aircraft designer to a civil engineer, and later to a computer or cybersecurity engineer. However, the dream of a future career has always been centered around the identity of an engineer. 

After school, Tao has committed much of his time in Air Cadets in last 5 years pursuing his passion for aviation. Music is another hobby he loves to spend time on, frequently turning to his piano or his trumpet to express his emotions. Now, writing a few lines of code each week has become part of his new routine.  Besides his interests, Tao has been highly engaged in community service.  Serving as a volunteer math tutor for years, he has contributed greatly to building a thriving community, Math Connect, where everyone supports each other, fostering mutual growth.

Tao considers himself environmentally conscious and deeply concerned about the deteriorating state of our planet. This concern led him to join GreenFutures Foundation, where he can collaborate with like-minded peers to raise awareness of environmental issues and advocate for sustainable projects.

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At Local Conference Of Youth (LCOY), Canada 2024, Tao played duel roles.  As a key member of the conference organizing team, he took in charge of the technical solutions for this hybrid meeting involving participants around the world.  Besides, he was one of the youth speakers who shared his desktop research findings of the environmental impacts of human’s daily activities and called for a low carbon lifestyle.

Yaozhu Zoe Li studies in Lord Byng Secondary in Vancouver, Canada. She is keen on Arts issues and dedicated to serving her community. She pays attention to the advertisement of Environment Protection and Community Services. She is the Marketing Director of Art fo Earth, a youth-led non-profit organization which involved for Protection of the environment used Arts.and has worked in various capacities such as Clam Garden Protection for first nation , United Nation Lcoy promotion for the youth.  Zoe has volunteered in  Nursing House of Richmond to assist old people, is actively involved in a provincial political campaign, and serves as the  Secretary in Speech Club Canada, Editor in History Club of Vancouver Sunshine Foundation. 

Aaron Liu is currently a junior at University-Hill secondary school. As lead website designer, Aaron created the base website for LCOY Canada as well as Green Futures. In addition to this, he also set up communication channels within the organization. Through LCOY, Aaron hopes he can help communicate the importance of nature in our communities and our everyday lives. Aspiring to be an architect, Aaron considers the human elements and environmental factors in his designs.

Matthew is an aspiring student in grade 11 from University Hill Secondary acting as one of the website developers for GreenFutures, working towards becoming an engineer. Participating in a variety of events including orchestras, choir, and a few clubs, he finds much enjoyment in working with his peers. Matthew has a strong passion for gaining more knowledge and is eager to create more meaningful connections. 

Warren Ran is a Grade 9 student at Lord Byng Secondary in Vancouver. He is serving as one of the marketing and communications co-lead of the Local Conference of Youth Canada (LCOY) 2024.

In the past years, he has been participating in various events and activities related to climate action, working with ESG solutions with Industrialized Bitcoin Mining Companies, and also as an operator of a Bitcoin Mining farm powered by clean energy. He is also an early investor and farmer of Chia, the first and most innovative green blockchain, which also provided a solution for on-chain carbon credits to be traded transparently and securely.

Katie Guo is a passionate leader driving youth climate advocacy through art. As co-founder and current president of the Art for Earth Enviromental Art Youth Club, she has led impactful initiatives, organizing eco-art exhibitions that raised climate awareness and earned recognition in Vancouver. Her work extends globally, having co-organized youth art showcases at COP28 and COP29, amplifying young voices on the international climate stage. As Service Director for LCOY Vancouver, Katie continues to mobilize youth for climate action. She also leads Lord Byng’s 3B Club, raising $8,000 for arts education for local Indigenous children, and serves as a student council representative and core member of the ACE dance team, promoting cultural exchange through the arts.

I was born in Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China. My family has been involved in business since I was born, and my sister has been painting every day since I can remember things. This has given me a unique talent in both finance and the arts. In addition, I have a profound love for nature; I often enjoy documenting my life, taking walks by the seaside, and running through the forests.

Kingsley is a 12-year-old passionate about music. He started singing and playing piano at five, taught myself guitar, and played electric guitar as a lead guitarist and vocalist in a band.

I compose music to express my emotions and enjoy learning new skills. Playing by ear is one of my strengths—I can perform a song after just a few listens.

Since six, I’ve loved reciting classical Chinese poems, memorizing over a thousand and setting many to music.

Music and poetry help me explore the world and express myself, and I look forward to continuing this journey.

Dixuan Yang studies in Kitsilano Secondary School in Vancouver, Canada. She is keen on sewing design, like reading, like history, philosophy, got the many prizes in Waterloo Mathematics Competition and dedicated to serving her community. She pays attention to the dvertisement of Environment Protection and Community Services. She involved in various organizations such as school organizes book clubs, history clubs, United Nation Lcoy
promotion for the youth.

Kaiwen Yang is a 9th grader from Vancouver with a strong interest in sustainability and actively participates in local environmental programs. He has also helped promote events like LCOY and summer camps, further engaging with environmental causes. Outside of his academics and environmental activities, Kevin enjoys playing basketball and volleyball, and expressing his creativity through drawing. He strives to balance his various interests while continuing to grow and improve.