Amanda Yik 易琪

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Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, Trainer & Consultant @ Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong
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Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong
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About Amanda Yik 易琪

Amanda is the founder of Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong, an award-winning and the most experienced bilingual Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide and the first Asia-based Trainer with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs in the US, as well as a Certified Professional Coach in Transformation. Since 2017, she has guided and facilitated over 400 forest bathing and nature connection experiences, lectures and workshops through public events and in collaboration with a wide spectrum of the local community including the corporate sector, NGOs and educational institutions in Hong Kong, in addition to being a Guest Lecturer at HKU School of Public Health, HKU Common Core Program, CUHK General Education program and HK Baptist University General Education. Since 2020, Amanda has co-trained over 120 certified forest therapy guides from the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan, Mainland China and other regions. Amanda is frequently cited on local and international media as a leading expert on nature therapy, and generously educate the public and share latest developments in relation to nature and forest therapy in local and international conferences. Amanda graduated from the University of Hong Kong Faculty of Law (LLB (Hons) and PCLL) and Faculty of Social Sciences (MSocSc in Corporate Environmental Governance). Survivng critical illness in 2014 allowed her to experience the deep healing power of living with awareness in the embrace of nature. Tapping into her extensive experience as a commercial lawyer and a senior NGO manager and drawing from decades of combined experience in yoga, tai chi and mindfulness practice, she crafts highly relevant and personal experiences that support busy urbanites to reconnect with nature, and find peace in our fast-paced life. To book Amanda for a forest therapy experience, training, workshops, interview, public talk or panel discussion, please drop her a line!

Amanda Yik 易琪's Current Company Details
Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong

Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong

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Amanda Yik 易琪 Work Experience Details
  • Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong
    Founder
    Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong Sep 2017 - Present
    Hong Kong Sar
  • Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong
    Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, Trainer, Consultant
    Shinrin Yoku Hong Kong Sep 2017 - Present
    Hong Kong
  • Association Of Nature And Forest Therapy
    Trainer
    Association Of Nature And Forest Therapy Nov 2020 - Present
    Hong Kong Sar
  • Association Of Nature And Forest Therapy
    Forest Therapy Guide Trainer
    Association Of Nature And Forest Therapy Nov 2020 - Present
  • Association Of Nature And Forest Therapy
    Nature & Forest Therapy Guide Mentor
    Association Of Nature And Forest Therapy Jun 2018 - Oct 2020
  • Self-Employed
    Independent Writer
    Self-Employed Aug 2014 - Nov 2017
    Hong Kong
    I give voice to social and environmental issues that may otherwise remain unheard. I write for newspapers (English and Chinese), magazine/journals, and have extensive experience in writing research reports, executive summaries, conducting focus groups and interviews, in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
  • Community Business
    Senior Programme Manager
    Community Business Jan 2011 - Aug 2014
    Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
    Lead, develop and deliver groundbreaking projects on diversity & inclusion and work-life strategy in various Asian markets, including Hong Kong, China, Singapore, India and Japan, creating significant impact on improving workplace inclusion and organisational flexibility. Conducted numerous research projects that involve designing framework, collecting and analysing data, partnering with multiple stakeholders, managing business expectations and ensuring timely delivery and… Show more Lead, develop and deliver groundbreaking projects on diversity & inclusion and work-life strategy in various Asian markets, including Hong Kong, China, Singapore, India and Japan, creating significant impact on improving workplace inclusion and organisational flexibility. Conducted numerous research projects that involve designing framework, collecting and analysing data, partnering with multiple stakeholders, managing business expectations and ensuring timely delivery and reporting.Work closely with multinational companies to develop and implement strategies and benchmarks for inclusion and flexibility as consultant, trainer, facilitator, speaker, focus group leader and moderator. Industries covered include banking and finance, law, shipping, transportation and logistics, chemicals and other industries.Frequent speaker and moderator at events and conferences across Asia and the US on topics such as gender balance, D&I drivers and strategy, inclusive workplaces for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals and people with disabilities, cultural awareness and community investment.Experienced in handling media relations, interviews (press, TV, radio) and inquiries. Effective engagement and partnerships with NGOs, inter-governmental organisations and thought leaders in local Asian markets and globally. Author of a wide range of research publications including: Bringing Out the Best in Asian Talent (2011); a series of 5 handbooks - Diversity & Inclusion in Asia Country Views (2011); Hong Kong LGBT Climate Study 2011-12 (2012); The State of Work-Life Balance in Hong Kong Survey 2012: Examining the Work-Life Culture in Hong Kong and Establishing Responsibility for Positive Change (2012); Creating Inclusive Workplaces for LGBT Employees – A Resource Guide for Employers in China (2013); The State of Work-Life Balance in Hong Kong Survey 2013: Work and Family (2013) and The Beginning, Not the End – LGBT India Post-Supreme Court Ruling (2014). Show less
  • King & Wood Mallesons
    Dispute Resolution Solicitor
    King & Wood Mallesons Dec 2007 - Nov 2009
    Hong Kong
  • Stephenson Harwood Llp
    Litigation Solicitor
    Stephenson Harwood Llp Sep 2000 - Nov 2007
    London, United Kingdom; Guangzhou And Hong Kong, China

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