Cathy Yitong LI

Biography

Cathy Yitong Li is the Deputy Chair of IUCN's Climate Crisis Commission. Cathy has been focusing on international climate and environmental policy, multistakeholder collaboration and civil society advocacy since she was a teenager, serving advisory and governance roles across 8 UN bodies and various international coalitions, besides advising governments and business executives. By profession, Cathy leads global climate & energy policy and advocacy at BirdLife International, a founding Member of IUCN.

Speaking at

From local to global action: Youth Leadership Across IUCN Commissions

Oct 10 2025 (15:00 - 15:45)

Room: IUCN Commissions Knowledge Hub
From local to global action: Youth Leadership Across IUCN Commissions
Bridging science and policy: European action for biodiversity and climate goals

Oct 11 2025 (14:00 - 15:30)

Room: IDEA Campaign & IUCN ENCA
Bridging science and policy: European action for biodiversity and climate goals
Exploring IUCN Commissions: Opportunities for Young Professionals

Oct 11 2025 (19:00 - 19:45)

Room: IUCN Youth Pavilion
Exploring IUCN Commissions: Opportunities for Young Professionals