With this call, I provide insights and advice for NGO practitioners contemplating career changes, leveraging my diverse experiences in arts and finance. Through sharing practical perspectives and lessons learned from my journey, I aim to offer supportive guidance that:

• Encourage you to reflect on your paths
• Identify transferrable skills
• Develop strategic action plans
• Explore new opportunities that align with your values and aspirations

My goal is to empower individuals to inspire meaningful change in your career and the communities you serve, and  ultimately transition into fulfilling careers that align with their passions and strengths!
 

Let's explore potential collaborations and partnerships between our NGOs on reducing food waste and promoting sustainable food practices!

About Food Commons Foundation

• Mission: Actively promotes food saving and community support through surplus food sharing networks
• Activities: Collaborates with community organizations and volunteers to collect surplus food from markets, restaurants, and merchants. After sorting and processing, the food is distributed to those in need
• Beneficiaries: Include the elderly, low-income families, the unemployed, cleaning workers, homeless individuals, scavengers, and other disadvantaged groups

Networking Opportunities:

• Fundraising Collaboration: Share fundraising ideas and strategies to support the Foundation's food rescue actions
• Food Donation Partnerships: Connect with food producers and vendors willing to donate surplus food
• Volunteer Engagement: Explore opportunities for volunteering in food sharing activities
• Expected Outcome: Establish strong partnerships to enhance food waste reduction efforts and support vulnerable communities

Let's connect and make a difference together!

To brainstorm practical solutions for reducing food waste, ensuring food safety, and promoting a "Food Wise" culture within our communities. Happy to share my experience and develop actionable strategies together, such as:

• Public Education: Explore innovative outreach methods for educating the public on waste reduction and food appreciation
• Community Platforms: Discuss methods to facilitate safe and efficient food sharing
• Business Engagement: Brainstorm effective ways to partner with businesses to minimize waste and maximize food donations
• Safety Protocols: Establish clear, standardized guidelines for handling and distributing shared food safely
• Collaboration Opportunities: Explore how our NGOs can combine resources and expertise to maximize impact
• Sustainability: Ensure proposed solutions are environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable.

Let's work together to make a difference!

NOTE: This Call is available to members of Co'asis only.

Are you looking for fresh perspectives on enhancing your community engagement and fundraising efforts?

Join me for a strategic brainstorming session where we can delve into your current strategies and explore innovative ways to connect with your community and boost your fundraising initiatives.

NOTE: This Call is available to members of Co’asis only.

If your organisation, business or foundation has any connections with museums or maritime-related areas in the arts, culture, events, partnerships, etc., please feel free to reach out!

I am a solicitor specialising in the Real Estate and Corporate practice of law, where I advise local and multinational clients on real estate transactions, property financing, cross-border deals, and general corporate matters. A graduate of the University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor of Laws and a Postgraduate Certificate in Laws, I am qualified to practice in Hong Kong and is committed to delivering strategic, commercially focused legal solutions.

I believe in the power of sharing knowledge to empower teams and organizations of all sizes. I am pleased to offer pro bono legal services to NGOs on the following topics: 

Operations, Commercial Transactions and Contracts

• Providing legal consultation on matters relating to structuring and executing various commercial transactions
• Reviewing contracts with vendors, partners, fund providers and volunteers

Data Protection and Privacy

• Ensuring compliance with Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance and related laws

Governance and Compliance

• Reviewing articles of association and bylaws to ensure compliance with Companies Ordinance
• Providing consultation on development of internal policies to align with legal standards and requirements

With a solid foundation in AI, materials science, mathematics, and education, I offer strategic guidance and technical insights into integrating AI within your educational or nonprofit initiatives.
 
My academic journey includes dual degrees from Rice University, advanced research at MIT, where I focused on machine learning applications for new materials and novel AI architectures, and working with experts on AI and learning sciences at Harvard Graduate School of Education.

In this call, we can:

• Review your workflow and explore AI integration to enhance efficiency
• Discuss AI safety considerations in education
• Guide you through relevant AI tools
• Develop a strategy for incorporating AI into your services and operations.

Striking the right balance between working toward a cause and looking after your health and wellbeing is a personal and individual process. During this call with Hersha, you will be able to:

• Determine which areas of your life need balance
• Create a personal and flexible routine to integrate balance into different areas of your life, taking into account the unpredictability of running a non-profit.
• We will include movement and mindfulness-based techniques that the YAMA Foundation uses for its beneficiaries. 

NOTE: This Call is available to members of Co’asis only.

For nonprofit leaders that need to create a strategic planning process for one to three years, this call will help you clarify the key pillars of planning, goal-setting, implementation and metrics:

1. Fundraising & Donor Development
2. Programmes & Operations
3. Governance
4. Clients & Market Development

NOTE: This Call is available to members of Co’asis only.

We understand that many NGOs work tirelessly to support their beneficiaries in achieving their full potential. As a new organization, Zero to Infinity is reaching out to explore the possibility of collaborating with organizations like yours to develop and implement effective career planning programs.

Our approach helps young people discover their potential and make informed career decisions, focusing on:

• Reflection: Self-reflection tools and assessments to understand strengths and interests.
• Counseling: Personalized discussions on aspirations and resume building.
• Exploration: Hands-on learning through internships and mentorships.

While we are still growing, we are incredibly passionate about helping young people navigate their life-planning journeys.

We are eager to learn more about the specific needs and challenges faced by the individuals you serve and are open to discussing how we can adapt our programs or develop new initiatives to meet those requirements collaboratively.