Why Planet Impact Mosaic
The name Planet Impact Mosaic captures a wholehearted dedication to the planet—embracing both people and ecosystems—and to creating meaningful impact, however that may look in different contexts. The word Mosaic symbolizes the coming together of many small, diverse pieces to form something whole, with each piece complementing the others—much like my varied passions and experiences, which I hope combine to spark thoughtful action and lasting change in all of my collaborations.
About
My name is Valentina Zuin
I am deeply committed to making a meaningful impact—working towards a world that is more just, connected, and sustainable. Equally important to me is the journey itself—one that is hopeful, uplifting, and focused on building lasting capacity. My goal is to inspire others to think critically, act boldly, and rekindle their connection with both nature and one another. I am particularly passionate about empowering youth and purpose-driven organizations to lead the way in taking impactful climate action.​
My story
Valentina Zuin is an interdisciplinary sustainability leader with over 20 years of global experience in sustainability, advisory services, capacity building, and international development. She brings deep expertise across sectors including water, sanitation, waste management, sustainability strategy, and impact measurement.
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Valentina has designed and implemented complex, multi-stakeholder projects in Latin America and Africa, and led community-based initiatives across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. As an experienced facilitator, researcher, and strategist, she specializes in bridging grassroots realities with system-level solutions. Her work is particularly valuable to organizations seeking to make innovation work for communities—ensuring that ideas are translated into practical, inclusive, and lasting impact.
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In addition to her work in international development, Valentina has spent over a decade in education. She has served as a faculty member at Ashoka University in India and Yale-NUS College in Singapore, and was Head of Environmental Sustainability at the United World College of South East Asia (UWCSEA).
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She holds a PhD in the Interdisciplinary Program in Environment and Resources from Stanford University, a Master’s in City Planning from MIT, a Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship from INSEAD, and an International Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of East London.
Valentina is the founder of Planet Impact Mosaic, a sustainability advisory and education firm based in Singapore.