A day in my life working at a Chinese environmental organization 🇺🇸🇨🇳 美国人在中国环保组织工作的一天是什么样?
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A little glimpse into my life as an employee at a Chinese NGO! Every day is different, but I hope this gives you an idea of what one part of my work is like (engaging the public / kids about environmental concepts or science education). Green Zhejiang's work is a mix of running hands-on education programs for kids of all ages, holding community events to promote environmental concepts/policies, pollution monitoring and reporting, and more.
I work remotely from my home office based out of a Chinese mountain village about 4-5 days a week, and spend the rest of the time on work trips. Today I'm showing you a Small Sample of the latter (let's be real, there's not much to see with the former, LOL).
Instagram: kats_journey_east
➡️ If you're new here: hi, I'm Katherine from the United States 🇺🇸 I've been living in China 🇨🇳 for 5 years and after having graduating from my masters program in environmental engineering at Nanjing University, I am now working at an environmental organization called Green Zhejiang. I also run this video channel on the side to share interesting experiences and stories, especially focusing on rural / small town life. Some videos you may find interesting:
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How do I get such stable footage even while biking and walking? 📷 amzn.to/45rObZy
She's waterproof, shoots in 4K, and is very tiny and portable, perfect for recording an action-packed day without the fuss of a fancy complex setup
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I can see why you love working and living in China. There is nothing more rewarding in life than using your intelligence, talents, and experience to do the greater good and inspire the next generation! Keep up the great work!
A truly heartwarming video of someone who has made her mind to embrace the culture of a rather alien country compared to hers and passionately bring everlasting change and transformation to the attitude and lives of people around her. Katherine, you are our hero!
@Spaceshps
6 ай бұрын
You mean she is an alien. Totally cut off from her culture and community back home. American girl eats rice.
@maple2000new
6 ай бұрын
I probably wouldn't say "alien" since it sounds too serious. With today's technology, the earth is indeed a village and she blends well into the community she is living in. I think she is happy and enjoy what she is doing and I am inspired by her videos as well as I have found back my long lost ability (from school years!) to learn about advancements in science and technology that are not in my area. We should have less propagandas and more contents like this.
@kwenpun5419
6 ай бұрын
We are 1 world 1 family. All creations are expressions if the Divine, God, Atma, Source. Beyond race, spiritual expressions, culture, gender, age, etc. Love All Serve All. Love All Aspects of Oneself. Only then will we have world peace & mutual respect, compassion, living together. People like Katherine & others like her are bridge builders for humanity. Teaching by example, wether they are aware of it or not. Love of humanity, the environment & all creation. 🙏🏼
@DDDrumpf
5 ай бұрын
@@kwenpun5419exactly!! We are all just humans, human-beings, mortal beings, never Divine!! So, let's think and act accordingly!!!
@WingKai
5 ай бұрын
Chinese culture have lasted for more than 5000 years. We think US culture is a more alien country compared to us.😅
From picking trash out of giant man-made concrete nostrils to instilling kids with knowledge and environmental responsibilities...your job is very varied, interesting and satisfying! :D
@kats_journey_east
6 ай бұрын
concrete nostrils, can't unsee that description, LOL
@kevinkuok9131
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the environmental clean up Kath. Eek, a dead sea bird! 😱
@phillipchan6044
6 ай бұрын
@@kats_journey_eastin Chinese, kong means orifice, bikong means nostrils.
@rongwu-sj9ws
6 ай бұрын
It is called a wave barrier, designed to buffer the impact of ocean waves on the coastline. The perforations are intended to redirect the force of the waves, alleviating the erosion of the shore and preventing soil loss.
@ThePogo321
6 ай бұрын
@@rongwu-sj9ws thanks for your insightful addition to this Vlog I never would’ve known it
I am Chinese, and I also like you very much. You love China, you are humble and not arrogant in your treatment of others, you have an independent soul and are not influenced by Western media. I hope you live happily in China!
Thank you for your love and great contribution to Mother Earth.
@kats_journey_east
6 ай бұрын
thanks for supporting the channel ❤️
Thank you for showing how cool China happens to be. I work in medical research in the U.S., and many of my colleagues are visiting doctors/scientists from China. I adore my Chinese colleagues and generally feel quite awesome about the cross-cultural experience -- there's alot of mutual respect which I love in a work environment. I love seeing your work in China. I'm so excited to visit!
It just shows China is on the right track in educating children. Teach them to be more environmentally responsive and play with innovated toys to learn technologies.
Amazing work for the environment and for the animal kingdom and mankind ….mass respect🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼.
I've been visiting China for 30 years and I've noticed recently it is becoming a lot greener and cleaner. Keep up the good work!
@user-jc8cy5tf2k
5 ай бұрын
China is changing every year.😂
You’re a great young lady, devoted your life to Chinese communities. I can tell you’re proud of what you did, fulfills your dream living your happy life in China. I’m sure your parents will enjoy every video of your post as much as I do in US. Looking forward for your next one.
Awesome job in promoting environmental friendly practices and public education in environmental science 👍👏
Awesome video! It shows education not just within the classroom. The cleanup the shore activity teaches kids to love our environment. That's something we missed in our material world and kids could learn not everything is me first. 😊
That happy boy who explained the benefits of a windmill spoke so smartly.
Kate was great as usual, and the children were so natural in front of the camera too. It's lovely to see that children are interested in science and the environment.
Though my command in Mandarin is basic, I still appreciate the effort you took to learn Mandarin and use it in China.I think it's a very good idea if you post more videos in Mandarin in your channel. Not only will we get to see the 'Mandarin side' of you but also the amazing work that you do in helping to preserve the environment for the future generations. I bid you the warmest wishes from sunny Malaysia!
You are my counterpart. as a Chinese who lives in US for more than a decade, I taught American kids science and technologies.
Wow! You're doing such a wonderful and meaningful job! Not a boring moment! Katherine, you're blessed! And your command of Mandarin is native level!
浙江省这方面做得是全国属一属二的,希望国内其他省份能学习❤
We need more people to subscribe to this awesome channel. Thank you for all you have done for China, US, and the world.
Hello from the Netherlands here. I watch all your videos. They are better then most "professional" broadcasts documentaries I have seen on regular television. I would love to see all your environmental and educational videos also. You are a big inspiration to keep on learning Mandarin. 🥳👍😘
@OmeidaYangshuo
5 ай бұрын
come to China!!
@NilsAndriessen
5 ай бұрын
@@OmeidaYangshuo I will!
@user-fd2vo4hx8j
4 ай бұрын
欢迎来中国。。。
Thank you for telling the people what the Chinese Government doing for the environment protection, you are great!
Must be wonderful to have a job that you so clearly love! The passion displayed for your work is contagious for everyone around you, including those of us watching your vlog. This may be a strange request (Americans and T-shirts you know!), but could you offer Green Zhe jiang T-shirts or merch for sale? Maybe I'm the only one interested, however I think some of your viewers might enjoy representing GZ, and perhaps it could generate a small amount of revenue for the company. Thanks for all you do.
@user-nt7wi9cy2o
6 ай бұрын
我也很羡慕,能做自己喜欢的工作,而且还那么有意义
Great job, great humanity, great people, great nation.
That young boy at 4mins is so cute and knowledgeable! Also when he said "加油" and you reasponded with "don't add oil, add wind!" too cute 😄😄
Katherine, you are a wonderful lady ❤❤❤❤❤
Katherine seems so smooth and natural in front of the camera even when she's presenting and interacting with people in a non-native language. Very impressive presentational skills! Her organization is lucky to have her.
This lady is really gifted and talented!
Your love for science and the kids will multiply the benefits to them all exponentially.
I love your work, Yang Li Zi! ☺(Is that your Chinese name?) We hold similar values; I'm glad you majored in Environmental Engineering. I wish you every success, Kats!👏Nice glasses🤩
@kats_journey_east
6 ай бұрын
yes it is, it means cation, hahaha . it was originally just an online alias but now everyone calls me that in real life too
ecology and science, thank you, Katherine! thank you for your wonderful work for the youngers!
Your job is very interesting and good for the society. Did not realize Zhejiang's school education is so advanced, though I know by tradition, Zhejiang is the most intellectual and wealthy province.
@iwantmorenews557
6 ай бұрын
Zhejiang, together with Beijing, Shangai and Jiangsu, ranks highest in the world in the PISA international test for Math, Science and Reading
@ljp0213
6 ай бұрын
拜托,浙江本来就好,但新疆的教育更加会让你大跌眼镜。新疆的教课老师是直接在北京可实时互动全息上课。
@firefly4784
5 ай бұрын
@@ljp0213给我们展示下?
It's a great time for the kids. This is how learning becomes interesting. Great job!
More please of your work vlogs
Fantastic. Your efforts is doing God's work. Telling people especially the younger ones to help save the environment by being involved as they're the ones inheriting the earth. Glad you're spreading the words. Love your work ❤❤❤👍👍👍👏👏👏
Your work is very meaningful. There has been tremendous changes in the sense of environmental protection over the past decades in China. Thank you so much!
Great ! Cute kids and cute teacher too.
Wow such an awesome experience for kids, I wish we had these in India too
I admire you so much as you are really a great person. Protecting the environment and teaching the children how to take care of our mother earth is a great thing. Chapeau! Thank you very much Katherine ❤
Katherine, you are a great ambassador, greatly appreciate for sharing your entertaining and educationally video. Keep it up, wishing you lots of happiness and the very best of health
Great! Another video from Katherine:)
Always great to see your videos, whatever it may be. Does it make you feel young working with kids? I know I do. Very interesting video, do more.
@kats_journey_east
6 ай бұрын
yes it's nice to be surrounded by their Youthful Carefree Spirit, adults need more of that, and more curiosity about the world too, kids are curious about eeeeverything
@JSTech2012
6 ай бұрын
She’s young, pretty and intelligent lady.
YES! Please post these work vlogs quarterly - so enjoyable to see you in your work role, and to get to know yet another aspect of China not really covered by vloggers. You have such a great life Katherine. Blessings to you and thank you for sharing your experiences.
those clips are very informative, please keep them going!
This video was so good for mandarin comprehension practice!! Please continue to share your mini work vlogs 🙂
阳离子不但精通中文,而且连印地语也说的很流利,简直是个语言天才。
Thank you阳老师for sharing this video, interesting, entertaining but most of all very educational. You really bring out the best from the young
Really love China and what they do to protect ur environment. It’s gorgeous.
Your work is so valuable, worthy and special !Your Mandarin is incredible
Awesome Katherine......you are doing a great job especially teaching and creating awareness for the younger generation in China the importance of a clean environment. Very interesting video as it actually shows that not only are you working in China but indirectly contributing to a better clean world especially in China which in the past have put priority on industrialisation development over the environment. So it is good to know that China have also put priority on the environment. Waiting eagerly for your next video.
Very interesting activities and it is even more interesting when playing with kids.
All your videos are excellent and interesting. Thank you ! 👍
You are awesome! Thank you for this truly heart warming episode. I’m so jealous of your level of fluency in Chinese lol
Wow this was great getting a little insight in Green Zhejiang and take a little trip along for work. Yes please post another one of these when the opportunity arise as it was fun and interesting.
It's amazing to hop between traditional and modern futuristic development
Thanks for the share, Kat. That was educational. 😊
Heart warming to see you share your gift. You're a wonderful teacher.
I just tuned in!!!
Smart and good way of advising public about keeping the environment clean is through video clips👍👏
Awesome Katherine. Cheers!
This is so wholesome and heartwarming, thank you for sharing Katharine.
Nice! Thank you! I was wondering too! That looks like an awesome job!
Katherine, you must be a very smart woman, learning to speak Mandarin at such young age. I am a 62 years old Chinese guy and yet I can't master Mandarin.
sweet , love this video a lot thanks Kath ! you are a champ .
thank you for your contributing on environmental work!
Love your vlog. Very interesting and informative.
Very enjoyable and informative at the same time. Love your videos.
FANTASTIC! Great fun. Your si good with young people.
You are doing an amazing job! Solute to you!
You're right these videos have a different energy, but it's an amazingly positive energy!
@thomasantn
6 ай бұрын
That what 阳(光) for😊
I loved this video a lot, you should definitely post more like this!
Thanks for your contribution to green China.
So interesting. I loved seeing those enthusiastic children.
Your videos always make me feel less alone.
Amazing great work in China.. Thank you Katherine!
The work clips were wonderful! They are genuine and sincere, please show more!
Clean up campaign, what we have in Australia. Environ Queen, Katherine , great to see!! Don't forget to enjoy yourself apart from work, take care! ❤❤❤👍👍
Wow, just Wow! I am super impressed. I have seen a lot of 'foreign presenters' and I can quite honestly say you put them all in the shade. What a natural you are. Nice one Katherine!
Wow! Katherine … kudos!!! We’ll look fwd to seeing more of these work related videos. Many thx! 🙏
Wow.. just wow, it's so scientific. Love it & I enjoy watching too!
Katherine you have done 👍 a great job 🎉🎉🎉
Refreshing, inspiring and extraordinary, Please keep them coming.Cheers
Amazing! I'm from haiyan, thank you for your work here❤
Working with kids to improve the envrionment, this is the most meaningful job on this planet.
Amazing work Kathy and thank you for being the mentor to many of these young kids.
great content, thanks for make it available for everyone to get the real touch of life in China
These are awesome!! Would love more compilations of your Chinese content
Very meaningful work!
Yes ! Katherine, please post more of these videos. And thanks !
Those educational shorts gave me Popular Mechanics for Kids TV show vibes 😆 Really great. Also, very cool to see you hosting and molding the great minds of tomorrow Kat! 💪 That inspires me to contribute to the community as well. P.S. Love the white shades 🤩 and hope you have a pleasant holiday season !
Awesome. Thank you for sharing these very cool episodes of your work journey too Katherine. You are doing many meaningful things it seems, environmental and educational which help many learn something useful and helpful. I thought your pic was pretty so came to watch this episode and find the contents brilliant too. Thanks.
yesss, more video of Chinese vlogs pls.
Great work!
such a meaningful and interesting job
Please do put more of these vlogs Katherine 😊👍
Love the insights on the villiage sewage system, I highlighted to Govt officals from Bangladesh to they can look at introducing in villiages and small towns
Interesting and great video 👍👍👍👍
Thank you Katherine, you and your NGO are a real protection of environment organization.
What you are doing can't be anymore awesome! I myself care a lot about envrionment too. Hope to work with you together on that one day !
Katherine, your life is so full of fun. Especially with so many lovely kids.
Thank you for your support and effort ❤