Ms. Amy Chin has 15 years of experience in human rights and international development managing US government- and UN-funded projects, many of which were in conflict and volatile environments. She has worked in Iraq, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Kosovo, and Rwanda with organizations such as World Learning, Democracy International, and The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.
In 2018, Amy launched a social enterprise called The Crescendo Group which provides professional development, leadership development, empowerment coaching, and workshops for immigrants, refugees, survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) and trauma, people with disabilities, and members of other marginalized communities. Crescendo has partnered with non-profit organizations, social enterprises, and local businesses based in Kosovo, Albania, Italy, California, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
As a first-generation Chinese-American who has survived much trauma in her own life, Amy was inspired by the resilience and strength of the survivors she met through her work in transitional and post-conflict countries. Prior to her career in international development and human rights, Amy was a project manager in marketing, media, and sales. She has a BBA from Baruch College and an MA in International Affairs from The New School. Amy is a native New Yorker, speaks fluent Cantonese as her first language, and continues to master French, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL). She has traveled to 56 countries and aspires to continue exploring many parts of the world.
