Responsible Investing Advocates League (RIA League) is a social enterprise dedicated to inspiring, connecting, and supporting professionals and young students in sustainable development-related areas.
Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring different perspectives and are willing to take risks. Responsible Investors Alliance emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support young professionals and ESG enthusiasts alike.
Established in 2020, RIA is an organization driven by progressive ideas, bold actions, and a strong foundation of community support.
Our Vision and Mission
Our Vision
Amidst the challenges of climate change, economic downturns, and growing social inequality, nations and regions worldwide, particularly China, are actively seeking pathways to sustainable development. At RIA, we believe that talent is the cornerstone of driving sustainable progress. The awareness, skills, collaboration, and career growth of individuals directly shape the trajectory and quality of sustainable development.
Our Mission
Established in 2020, RIA has been dedicated to cultivating and connecting talent focused on sustainability, with the goal of establishing China’s foremost platform for sustainable talent. We aim to serve as a bridge between talent and industries, promote collaboration across different sectors, integrate domestic and international experiences, and contribute to the comprehensive advancement of sustainable development.
Our Team
Tsering Chugye (Cookie)
Co-founder
Cookie is the founder and CEO of RIA League, director and council member at the Tibet Youth Science and Technology Innovation Association, and a Schwarzman Scholar. She focuses on sustainability, youth empowerment, and cultural innovation, with experience in NGOs, think tanks, and consulting firms. As a social entrepreneur, she co-founded UNLetron Academy for SDG promotion and youth innovation in 2018, and RIA League for sustainable talent development in 2020,. She holds a BA in Museum Studies from Peking University, an MPA in Social Innovation and Impact Investment from NYU, and an MA in International Affairs from Tsinghua University.
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Co-founder
Chugye works as a strategic consultant and serves at Tibet Youth Sci-tech & Innovation association as youth project director. She has a B.A. in Archaeology, Peking University and an MPA degree in Social Innovation, Impact and Investment, NYU. She had worked at Yiqiao China, One Foundation, World Youth Development Forum, and HiChina International Youth Development Alliance. In 2017, she co-initiated the Tibetan Youth Science and Technology Innovation Association and served as the director of the Youth Innovation Project. In 2018, she co-founded UNLetron Academy, a social enterprise dedicated to SDGs promotion and innovation incubation for youth. She is committed to youth development and cultural innovation, impact investing, and sustainable development of Chinese Ethnic minority areas.
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Co-founder
Chugye works as a strategic consultant and serves at Tibet Youth Sci-tech & Innovation association as youth project director. She has a B.A. in Archaeology, Peking University and an MPA degree in Social Innovation, Impact and Investment, NYU. She had worked at Yiqiao China, One Foundation, World Youth Development Forum, and HiChina International Youth Development Alliance. In 2017, she co-initiated the Tibetan Youth Science and Technology Innovation Association and served as the director of the Youth Innovation Project. In 2018, she co-founded UNLetron Academy, a social enterprise dedicated to SDGs promotion and innovation incubation for youth. She is committed to youth development and cultural innovation, impact investing, and sustainable development of Chinese Ethnic minority areas.
Our Partners
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