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Woo Qiyun

Woo Qiyun is a distinguished Singaporean science
communicator and climate activist known for her
innovative approach to making complex climate issues
accessible through vibrant visuals. As the founder of The
Weird and Wild, a popular Instagram platform, Qiyun
has skillfully bridged the gap between science and
public understanding, reaching over 45,000 followers
across Instagram and LinkedIn. Her ability to convey
intricate environmental topics engagingly and creatively
has garnered local and international attention.

A graduate of the National University of Singapore's
Bachelor of Environmental Studies and University
Scholars Programme, Qiyun exhibited strong leadership
and entrepreneurial spirit throughout her academic
journey. Actively participating in sustainability challenges
such as the Singapore Frontier Challenge, SembCorp
Green Wave, and CDL E-Generation Challenge in 2018.
She sharpened her expertise while fostering her passion Woo Qiyun
for climate activism. Senior Communications Manager, Technical Support Unit,
WG II, IPCC Science & Environmental Communicator,
Since founding The Weird and Wild in 2018, Qiyun has The Weird and Wild Executive Member,
gained recognition on prestigious platforms, including Climate Action Singapore Alliance
being named a Tatler Gen.T honouree, featured in
Prestige's 40 Under 40 list, acknowledged as one
of BBC's 100 Women of Impact, and honoured as a As a passionate advocate, Qiyun leverages her platforms
National Geographic Young Explorer. In 2024, she was and artistic talents to address the complexities of climate
recognised as a "Leader of Tomorrow" at the esteemed issues. Her work has been displayed in Singapore's MRT
St. Gallen Symposium and has spoken at global events stations and graced the pages of major magazines,
such as the UNFCCC Conference of Parties (COP) and the extending her reach far beyond social media. Co-hosting
ChangeNOW Summit. the podcast Climate Cheesecake, she collaborates with
fellow environmentalists to discuss climate change in a
Qiyun's professional journey has seen her take on South East Asian context.
roles in sustainability strategy, emissions accounting,
and carbon management, with contributions at the With her creativity and unwavering dedication, Qiyun
Singapore Economic Development Board, Deloitte, continues to drive innovative storytelling projects,
and Unravel Carbon. She is a Senior Communications exploring pressing environmental issues such as blue
Manager at the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate carbon, heat, and labour challenges related to climate
Change (IPCC), working within the Technical Support change. Her dynamic approach to science communication
Unit of Working Group II at the Singapore Management and steadfast commitment to sustainability make her a
University. In this role, she supports critical global efforts leading voice in the climate movement.
to assess and communicate climate science.

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