Giving oceans a voice

Driven by passion and purpose, Wang Miao inspires a new generation to protect the oceans through science and citizen action.

"Don't rush to chase success as others define it. Be the change you wish to see and stay true to yourself."

When Wang Miao became the first Chinese recipient of the United Nations Young Champions of the Earth award in 2018, she shared these words on social media, echoing a dream she had held since her school days: to work for the UN.