Jaehee Yoon

My name is Jaehee Yoon, but I normally go by Jae. I am currently a junior at D.H. Conley and have been a student leader for a non-profit organization called Love A Sea Turtle for the past seven years. Being a part of this group has deepened my passion for the betterment of the environment and have strived to make an impact. Since then, I have not only grown as an individual, but I have also founded my own initiatives, made an impact on my community, and mentored other youth leaders. I am the founder of my own initiative called Better Bag Solution and also the co-founder and help co lead the umbrella organization called Plastic Free NC. My initiative, Better Bag Solution, is a project focused on the harmful effects of single-use plastic bags, finding safer alternatives, and is dedicated to educating the general public. Since making my first appearance on the news in 2016, I have united local restaurants and business across eastern North Carolina, collaborated with organizations to host environmental events, and recruited like-minded leaders.