Carly Le

Carly Le is a passionate advocate for social change and sustainable development, leveraging her role as the CEO of FinLit Island Association to empower youth immigrants through innovative financial literacy programs. As a Vietnamese Canadian, Carly brings a unique cultural perspective to her work, which extends to collaborating with the Pembina Institute on initiatives promoting energy-efficient retrofits in urban residential buildings. Her commitment to sustainability and inclusion has been recognized on global platforms such as the ECOSOC Youth Forum, where she has represented her community and contributed to discussions on key Sustainable Development Goals.

Carly's journey has been shaped by her experiences growing up as an immigrant, witnessing her family's financial struggles, and striving to make a difference in both her local and global communities. She is deeply committed to advancing Global Goals 4 and 11, focusing on quality education and sustainable cities, and has consistently sought opportunities to raise awareness and mobilize youth action. Through her work, Carly demonstrates a strong alignment with the core values of UNITE 2030, particularly in action and innovation, as she actively seeks creative solutions to drive meaningful change.”