Amy Yanan Zhang
Junior Associate Researcher at International Conflict and Security Consulting Ltd.- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Full professional proficiency
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Mandarin Native or bilingual proficiency
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Korean Elementary proficiency
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Credentials
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ESG Risks and Opportunities: The Materiality of ESG Factors
University of PennsylvaniaMar, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Intermediate/Secondary Educator of Ontario, Canada
Ontario College of TeachersOct, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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International Conflict and Security Consulting Ltd.
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Malta
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International Affairs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Junior Associate Researcher
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Sep 2021 - Present
Conducted academic research on: - National/regional overall security contexts (historical, political, religious, ethnic violence, etc.) - Causes of ongoing conflicts and fragility in local underserved communities - Potential risks of human rights abuse related to public/private sector projects (railway construction, mining, oil and gas extractive operations, mass agricultural production, the establishment of protected areas, etc.) - The role climate change plays in exasperating insecurity - International/national legal frameworks on the use of force - The conduct of public security forces based on reporting from the media or activist groups Contributed to drafting reports for environmental and social impact assessments (ESIA) and security and human rights risks for clients from: - African governments, development finance institutions, oil and gas companies, infrastructure and construction companies Show less
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Armée de l’air et de l’espace
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Writer and Editorial Assistant at the Centre d'études stratégiques aérospatiales
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Sep 2021 - Present
Spoke at a seminar for generals of the United States Air Force on China’s military strategy. Wrote articles in French and English on Chinese foreign affairs and security policies for the Centre d’études stratégiques et aérospatiales’ military journal, "Vortex". Produced research reports and briefs for senior officers using Chinese-language sources. Spoke at a seminar for generals of the United States Air Force on China’s military strategy. Wrote articles in French and English on Chinese foreign affairs and security policies for the Centre d’études stratégiques et aérospatiales’ military journal, "Vortex". Produced research reports and briefs for senior officers using Chinese-language sources.
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German Marshall Fund of the United States
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United States
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Think Tanks
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700 & Above Employee
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Junior Programmes Assistant
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Jan 2021 - Jul 2021
Carried out political analysis of transatlantic security and European foreign affairs. Studied the severity of democratic backsliding, civil society suppression, threats to freedom of press, disinformation in Central and Eastern Europe. Wrote the final article for a high-level funded project on the security of China’s 5G network for NATO. Organised security forums (e.g. NATO Summit 2021), diplomatic briefings, roundtables, webinars for: - The Japanese and United Kingdom Ambassadors to Warsaw, EU Parliament Members, Polish Senators, the Polish Foreign Minister, the Polish Defence Minister, ombudsman for Central and Eastern Europe. Participated in long-term strategic planning and reorienting of key performance indicators (KPI) for the Warsaw Office. Show less
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Université Sorbonne Nouvelle
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France
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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University English Teacher
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Sep 2018 - Aug 2020
Held lectures and taught courses in English for: - French civil service exam candidates (Agrégation) on education psychology, classroom management, inclusive education methodologies. - Undergraduate students on French public policy and world issues (e.g. social injustice and systemic racism resulting from frontier violence) Developed and implemented new models of student evaluation and a database for course syllabi. Held lectures and taught courses in English for: - French civil service exam candidates (Agrégation) on education psychology, classroom management, inclusive education methodologies. - Undergraduate students on French public policy and world issues (e.g. social injustice and systemic racism resulting from frontier violence) Developed and implemented new models of student evaluation and a database for course syllabi.
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Urban Collide Entertainment
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Chief Liaison Officer
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Nov 2016 - Mar 2019
Liaised between local stakeholders and foreign/multinational corporations, such as: - Korean Air, Shinhan Bank, KEB Hana Bank, Korean Canadian Business Association. Organised various events (incl. city-wide festivals) and oversaw all aspects of operations, such as: - Budgeting, client relations, sponsorship proposal and contract drafting, personnel management. Protected the rights and interests of youth talents by: - Ensuring contractual obligations were respected by employers and negotiating fair wages and working hours. Found and secured sponsorships to create more career and performance opportunities for young talents. Show less
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Intermediate and Secondary Educator
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Oct 2016 - May 2018
Taught vulnerable students, such as: - refugees, students with criminal records, students from violence-stricken neighbourhoods, students with learning, physical, traumatic, and financial difficulties. Engaged in interdisciplinary professional development with police forces and social workers to ensure student safety and success. Taught vulnerable students, such as: - refugees, students with criminal records, students from violence-stricken neighbourhoods, students with learning, physical, traumatic, and financial difficulties. Engaged in interdisciplinary professional development with police forces and social workers to ensure student safety and success.
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City of Toronto
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Head of Program
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Sep 2009 - Aug 2017
Implemented employee strategies to ensure client satisfaction and increased public engagement. Responded to all medical emergencies, disability support services, and employee-client disputes. Facilitated employee training with up-to-date government policies, expectations, and directives. Implemented employee strategies to ensure client satisfaction and increased public engagement. Responded to all medical emergencies, disability support services, and employee-client disputes. Facilitated employee training with up-to-date government policies, expectations, and directives.
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Education
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2020 - 2022
Peking University
Master of Laws - LLM, Master of International Relations -
2019 - 2020
Sciences Po
Master of Science - MS, Master in International Security -
2016 - 2017
University of Toronto - Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
Bachelor of Education - BEd, Concurrent Teacher Education Program -
2012 - 2016
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Music - BMus, Concurrent Teacher Education Program
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