Who We Are

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CINGS (China Institute Next Gen x Serica)

CINGS (China Institute Next Gen x Serica) is the joint next-generation leadership platform of China Institute and the Serica Initiative. It is a global community of young professionals who are committed to building people-to-people relations between the United States and China. CINGS curates learning and dialogue through programming that includes business forums, cultural engagements, and a closed-door Speakers Series to help members stay current on trends and the nuances behind them. Within this trusted setting, members share expertise, surface practical insights, and translate conversation into collaborations, community projects, and philanthropy. A signature initiative is the CINGS Giving Circle, which channels member contributions toward vetted, high-impact causes. Above all, CINGS serves as a bridge that connects people, sectors, and ideas to foster informed exchange, responsible action, and deeper understanding.

Value: The China Institute Next Gen x Serica (CINGS) serves as the official next generation members of the China Institute with an active membership base that will help to increase impact and influence for the organization through dialogues, seminars, networking, and cultural and culinary events. We aim to be the premier platform and community to convene young leaders who will be the future changemakers in the U.S.-China relationship to influence society through education, programs, and strategic philanthropy.

China Institute provides a rich history and comprehensive platform for institutional support, with almost one hundred
years of engagement with China, existing programming and outreach, an exceptional physical space, and strong brand recognition to draw more young professional and next gen members.

Three Pillars of CINGS:

• Actionable Change – provide a framework for impact investing and micro philanthropy, opportunities for
  strategic philanthropy through the flagship Giving Circle to support social innovators, non-profit initiatives, and
  community-based projects, and develop relationships with grassroots and AAPI organizations
• Next Gen Evolution – build a strong community of young professional leaders through networking, cultivate
  next gen boards and philanthropic training, mentorship, and social activism
• Convening Influence – create impact through inspirational programming, educational dialogue, and leadership

Purpose: to serve as a forum for young professionals and leaders to build meaningful connections, engage in strategic
philanthropy, participate in insightful dialogues with the hopes of bridging cultures through these exchanges. The objective is to collectively address common global challenges through establishing the foundations of healthy civil society engagement rooted in global values such as opportunity, transparency, and equity.

CINGS is dedicated to making a difference, transforming insights into tangible actions. We invite partners, donors, and participants to join our journey towards a sustainable and equitable future.