On June 26, 2025, the scholarship award ceremony for the 2025 CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative, jointly launched by CHANDO Group and the China Children and Teenagers' Fund (CCTF), with support from the China Association of Fragrance, Flavor and Cosmetic Industries (CAFFCI), was held in Nyingchi, Tibet.
During the event, CHANDO Group once again joined hands with CCTF to donate RMB 2 million to the Women's Federation of the Tibet Autonomous Region. The donation will support 350 outstanding female high school and university students from Tibet University, Tibet University of Traditional Tibetan Medicine, Tibet Agriculture and Animal Husbandry University, Nyingchi Vocational Technical School, Nyingchi No.1 Middle School, Nyingchi No.2 Senior High School, and Nyingchi Guangdong Experimental Middle School, helping them complete their studies. The initiative aims to provide equitable, inclusive, and quality education while enhancing their overall capabilities and contributing "Her Strength" to the high-quality economic and social development of ethnic minority regions.
China Children and Teenagers' Fund and CHANDO jointly donate RMB 2 million to the Women's Federation of the Tibet Autonomous Region
Dr. Yan Jiangying, Chairwoman of the China Association of Fragrance, Flavor and Cosmetic Industries; Zhu Dongyun, Deputy Secretary-General of the China Children and Teenagers' Fund; Pan Ming, Member of the Party Leadership Group and Vice Chairwoman of the Women's Federation of the Tibet Autonomous Region; Dr. Chen Juanling, General Manager of Public Affairs at CHANDO Group; Shen Quan, Senior Captain of the Chinese Arctic and Antarctic Administration and Station Leader of China's Great Wall Antarctic Station; along with representatives from the Nyingchi Women's Federation, Tibet Agriculture and Animal Husbandry University, and more than 120 teachers and students attended the event. Zhong Airong, Vice Chairwoman of the Nyingchi Women's Federation, presided over the ceremony.
From Supporting Education to Realizing Dreams: Lighting the Path of Hope for Chunlei Girls
On June 26, the scholarship award ceremony was held at Tibet Agriculture and Animal Husbandry University, where attending leaders shared their encouragement and expectations with the students.
Students of Tibet Agriculture and Animal Husbandry University receiving scholarships
In her speech, Chairwoman Yan Jiangying noted that every young person eager for knowledge is a pillar of the nation's future, and every dream temporarily constrained by circumstances deserves care and support. The CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative embodies a response to this aspiration. She also emphasized that enterprises should define, promote, and showcase beauty through social responsibility and sustainable development, ensuring that cosmetic products not only help people enjoy beauty but also contribute to making the world a better place through the development of the cosmetics industry.
Speech by Dr. Yan Jiangying, Chairwoman of the China Association of Fragrance, Flavor and Cosmetic Industries
Deputy Secretary-General Zhu Dongyun stated that since its launch, the CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative has supported 510 female high school and university students from financially challenged families in Tibet, helping them successfully complete their education. The program has also organized social practice activities in Shanghai for Chunlei girls, broadening their horizons and enriching their experiences.
Over the years, CCTF has worked together with many caring partners, including CHANDO Group, to illuminate girls' futures through education, enabling every girl to move forward fearlessly through challenges, transform courageously through exploration, and shine brightly through growth. She encouraged the students to remember the expectations of the nation, strengthen their abilities with determination, shoulder the responsibilities of their generation, and live up to their youth. She also urged them to uphold the Chunlei spirit of self-improvement, positivity, kindness, and the pursuit of a better life, while carrying gratitude in their hearts and transforming kindness into strength as they pursue their dreams and contribute to society across the vast Tibetan Plateau.
Vice Chairwoman Pan Ming stated that the implementation of the CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative in Tibet has become a vital bridge helping girls from disadvantaged families pursue their educational dreams. It is a livelihood project that reflects both governmental care and social compassion. She encouraged students to strengthen their ideals and beliefs, remain grounded, embrace the spirit of the times, integrate their personal growth into the nation's development, and find their place in the journey toward national rejuvenation. She also hoped they would pass on this kindness, ensuring that the flame of love continues to spread and strengthening the sense of community among all ethnic groups through concrete actions.
Dr. Chen Juanling shared a message with the Chunlei girls: "Without the past, there is no future. Everything lies in essence and the present moment. The present is the greatest gift." Drawing inspiration from the stories of fir trees, Rheum nobile, and alder trees, she encouraged the students to move forward steadily, continue striving upward, and be willing to contribute to others. While becoming the best versions of themselves, they should also aspire to become forces for social progress. She noted that CHANDO firmly believes true beauty comes from inner fulfillment and strength, and looks forward to seeing more Chunlei girls change their destinies through education and become the protagonists of their own life stories.
Speech by Dr. Chen Juanling, General Manager of Public Affairs at CHANDO Group
Scholarship Recipients Share Their Stories and Aspirations
This year, the CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative benefited 200 outstanding female students from Nyingchi and 150 from Lhasa, bringing hope and strength to their educational journeys. During the event, representatives of the scholarship recipients shared their personal stories and visions for the future.
Tsering (pseudonym), an Ecology major at Tibet Agriculture and Animal Husbandry University, is diligent in her studies and lives frugally. She said that the support from the CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative has not only eased her financial burden but also taught her that difficulties are temporary and dreams can be achieved through perseverance. She hopes to give back to society through her actions, contribute to the development of her hometown with her knowledge, and help more girls like herself realize their dreams.
Scholarship recipient representative sharing her story
Another recipient, Pubu (pseudonym), comes from a family with limited financial means, and a sudden flood further worsened their situation. The support from the CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative allowed her to focus on her studies without worrying about living expenses, enabling her to build momentum toward her dreams. She said that after graduation, she plans to return to her hometown and dedicate herself to education, passing on this warmth and hope while becoming a companion to more girls pursuing their dreams.
Scholarship recipient representative sharing her story
During the event, participating guests also visited the homes of Chunlei girls, gaining a deeper understanding of their study and living conditions as well as their practical needs. Care packages and heartfelt support were delivered, while the girls were encouraged to remain optimistic and move forward with courage and determination.
Participating leaders visiting the homes of Chunlei girls
Technology Inspires Growth and Broadens Horizons
To further enhance the comprehensive development of Chunlei girls and expand their scientific horizons, this year's CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative specially invited Shen Quan, Senior Captain of the Chinese Arctic and Antarctic Administration and Station Leader of China's Great Wall Antarctic Station, to deliver science education lectures at Tibet Agriculture and Animal Husbandry University and Nyingchi No.1 Middle School.
Drawing from his more than 30 years of experience and 18 scientific expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic regions, Captain Shen shared the challenges and achievements of China's polar research efforts, as well as the patriotism and scientific spirit demonstrated by researchers who overcome hardships and strive for excellence. His presentation inspired students to explore the unknown and pursue their dreams with courage.
Captain Shen Quan delivering keynote lectures
CHANDO Group firmly believes that education is the fundamental pathway for passing on human civilization and knowledge, nurturing future generations, and creating a better life. In response to China's initiatives for women's participation in rural revitalization and youth talent development, the CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative focuses on supporting girls' growth and ensuring that every girl has access to equitable, inclusive, and quality education.
Since 2023, the program has donated a total of RMB 5.6 million and supported 860 girls in Tibet. More importantly, through career planning workshops, science and technology literacy programs, and social practice activities in Shanghai, the initiative has enhanced the overall capabilities of Chunlei girls and injected youthful momentum into rural revitalization and sustainable development.
Guided by its 2030 Sustainability Strategy, CHANDO Group remains committed to its mission of "Green Beauty, Beautiful World." Over the years, the company has continuously carried out public welfare initiatives including the CHANDO Chunlei Education Support Initiative and the Planting for the Himalayas Program, strengthening charitable engagement and community impact. These programs have generated meaningful social benefits and effectively promoted sustainable development across the Himalayan region.
Looking ahead, CHANDO Group will continue to uphold a people-centered approach, advance equitable, inclusive, and quality education, contribute further to rural revitalization, and work toward a harmonious future where people, nature, and society thrive together.
