Anna Yim serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Chinese Community Centre in Birmingham, UK, where she leads the organization’s strategic direction and oversees its day-to-day management. Under her leadership, the centre has strengthened its role as a vital resource for the local Chinese community.
As CEO, she is responsible for the overall strategic planning and operational management of the centre, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of the community it serves. She actively engages with a wide range of partner organisations and statutory bodies, fostering collaborations that enhance the support available to the Chinese and wider communities in Birmingham.
A passionate advocate, Anna is recognised for her ongoing efforts to amplify the voices of the Chinese community and ensure their concerns are addressed by policymakers. In 2014, Anna launched the Chinese Lives in Birmingham project, a significant initiative aimed at documenting and preserving the personal histories of Chinese migrants and the broader contributions of the community to the city’s cultural fabric.
When asked about what motivated her activism, Anna says:
“The colour of my face meant that I had to be active.”
