Our Leaders
EcoPsych started when Sadhika, an aspiring psychologist, noticed that most environmental solutions such as joining clean-ups or protests were not working. And thus Sadhika asked her friend, Nghia, an aspiring environmental scientist, to bring their passions together and start EcoPsych. In November 2024, the team participated in the ‘ReThink Plastic Challenge’ in HCMC and won a 10 million VND grant. This gave them the passion to start pursuing EcoPsych seriously and expand it to schools all over!
Since then, EcoPsych has grown into a long-term movement focused on changing environmental habits and shifting community mindsets. Our work is grounded in behavioral psychology and nudge theory, aiming to make sustainable choices the easy, default option.
With a collaborative and interdisciplinary structure, our team includes departments in communications, content, design, events, finance, psychology, and sustainability. Together, we work to support both behavioral shifts in students and policy changes in school management, ultimately striving to make environmental conservation more accessible in the daily lives of Vietnamese students.
Sadhika Kapoor
Founder, Head of Psychology
Howdy! I am Sadhika, a high school senior at AIS. I am originally from India but have been living in Vietnam for the past 6 years. I am an aspiring psychologist but also an avid environmentalist which is why I took the initiative of founding EcoPsych. Beyond EcoPsych, you can find me obsessing over TEDx talks, reading research papers and religiously analysing song lyrics.
Nghia Hoang Minh
Head of Sustainability
Hawwo im Nghia!! I’m a Year 13 student at RGSV. I like playing with toys and drawing :3 I’m going to be looking over Sustainability at EcoPsych! I’ve always cared for the environment since I can remember really :pp I want to offer whatever I can towards a better future, and I’m hoping to realise this dream by becoming an Environmental Scientist💥💥
Minkyu Kwack
Head of Communications
Hey! I’m Minkyu, a senior at Reigate Grammar School Vietnam. I’m Korean, but since I was 7, I’ve lived in Hanoi, a city that now feels like home. Living here for nearly a decade, I’ve become aware of the environmental issues Vietnam faces, especially pollution. That’s why I started a recycling system at my school and now feel ready to take a bigger step by joining EcoPsych.
Bao Tram Nguyen
Head of Design
I’m Charlotte, a Vietnamese student from AIS Saigon who enjoys coffee, street sketching, and photography every time I can. I believe that environmental issues can be addressed even more effectively if we use a beautiful medium. Joining Eco-Psych is one of my first steps, perhaps to have more beautiful scenes for people to admire and for me to sketch:D
Doanh Doanh Ho
Head of Events
Hii! I am Suri, a high school senior at AIS and a proud Saigon citizen. I love this city - from the buzz of motorbikes to its scrumptious bạc xĩu. My little secret is that I don't have a set path for the future, but it’s a blessing in disguise as I find myself exploring everything and anything - including this amazing EcoPsych team!
Ngoc Lam Le Hoang
Website Lead
Hi! I'm Lam, a Year 13 student at RGSV. I’ve lived in Vietnam most of my life and love it here. I wish I could enjoy more walks outside, but Hanoi’s air quality is a challenge. That’s why I joined EcoPsych as Website Lead, contributing to a sustainability project. I have many hobbies: dancing hip-hop, making homemade pasta, playing sports with friends, and listening to music while doing almost anything.
Quynh Thu Tran Nguyen (Amy)
Head of Finance
Hi! My name is Amy, I’m currently 16 years old and have been in Ho Chi Minh City my whole life. When approached with the chance to be the Head of Finance for EcoPsych I instantly agreed because I love counting money 😆When not filling out spreadsheets you can catch me trying out new baking recipes, or simply watching new dramas!
Doyun Kim (Yunha)
Head of Content
Hi everyone! I’m Yunha, a high school junior at Colegio Americano in Guatemala. I’m originally from South Korea but have lived in Guatemala since I was 2, and recently spent over 6 months in Vietnam, where I met amazing people like Sadhika. I joined EcoPsych because I care deeply about both the environment and the brain’s inner workings.
Our Members
Pieper Le Khanh
Member of Psychology department
Hey! I’m LK, a senior at AIS Saigon. Passionate about psychology and cognitive scripts, I enjoy analyzing human behavior to inspire change. I’m excited to apply psychological principles through EcoPsych to help create a more sustainable world.
Duy Bao Tran Hoang (Pate)
Member of Psychology department
Hi, I’m Duy Bao, or Pate, from AHS. Aspiring psychologist, I joined EcoPsych for its scientific approach to change. My experience in environmental action started with a project at Design for Change Vietnam. Now, I look forward to creating change with EcoPsych.
Jahziel Saunders (Jazzy)
Member of Sustainability department
Ello Ello! I’m Jahziel, or Jahz, from Trinidad. Entering my senior year, I study Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, and Geography. Though pursuing medicine, these subjects sparked my passion for sustainability, and I’m grateful to contribute to EcoPsych.
Pham Cat bao Chau (nina)
Member of Design department
bao phuong tran (maya)
Member of Design department
TUYET MY NGUYEN (EMMY)
Member of Design department
Hi! I’m Emmy, a Vietnamese student at AIS Saigon. As an artistic individual, I use creativity to promote sustainability and raise awareness. I’m excited to contribute my design skills to EcoPsych and help create a positive environmental impact.
Hello, I’m Nina, a senior at EIS. I joined EcoPsych to spread environmental awareness and promote sustainability. I aim to support the community by using my artistic and creative skills to visually communicate EcoPsych’s environmental messages.
Hi, I’m Maya from AIS Saigon. I joined EcoPsych to spread environmental awareness and realized I wanted to create real community impact. EcoPsych’s mission strongly aligns with my values, allowing me to apply my artistic and design skills meaningfully.
gia uyen pham
Member of Events department
Hi! I’m Uyen, a Year 12 student at AIS Saigon pursuing STEM. Learning about plastics and synthetic polymers motivated me to take action. Through EcoPsych, I use my event-planning skills to support environmental sustainability.
sion kim
Member of Content department
Hi, I’m Sion, a junior at Colegio Maya. Originally from South Korea, I lived in Hanoi from 2020–2023. Aspiring cosmetic chemist, I analyze beauty trends and believe eco-friendly ingredients are essential to the future of cosmetics
bao ngoc tran pham
Member of Communications department / Outreach Ambassador
Hi! I’m Bao Ngoc, or Jessie, from RGSV. Inspired by EcoPsych’s mission and dedication, I joined to help create change in school communities. Former VP of the Green Aura Project, I’m excited to continue environmental advocacy.