Yvette Wang

arts education, creative thinking, women growth

to understand is to create.

I started my volunteer work with TED and TEDtoChina (the only one authorized national organization in China) since 2009. For the past 8 years, I write columns (mainly on T2C), translate talks, organize local events (both T2C and other TEDx events, including my own license). I find myself passionate about women growth and education along the way, and spend more energy on these two issues. During 2012-2013, I organized more than 20 TEDx salons regarding these topics in Shanghai, traveled to other countries to interview women leaders in many fields. After 2014, I have gained insights and experience in early childhood and primary education through work and backpacking across Europe and USA. It's my strong belief now that our educational practice needs to change to help children stay creative and motivated, and I am so happy that every day, I am learning and helping others to do the same!