Priscilla

Pediatrician and philanthropist, Priscilla Chan, is the wife of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and co-founder of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, focusing on education, science, and justice.

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Gaming | Literary

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The Witcher

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Novigrad, Redania

Priscilla Chan, born in 1985, is a Chinese-American pediatrician and philanthropist who gained prominence through her dedication to philanthropy and education. She is best known as the wife of Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Chan graduated from Harvard University and completed her medical degree at the University of California, San Francisco. In 2015, she joined forces with her husband to establish the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI), a philanthropic organization that focuses on education, science, and justice reform.

Through CZI, Chan has made significant contributions to advancing human potential and promoting equal opportunities in education, science, and justice reform. Her passion for education led her to co-found the Primary School in East Palo Alto, California, providing personalized learning experiences for underserved students. Beyond her philanthropic endeavors, Chan is an accomplished pediatrician and a strong advocate for improving access to quality healthcare. Her dedication to social causes and her down-to-earth personality have made her an inspiration to many, demonstrating the power of using wealth and influence for positive change.

Chan has been recognized for her impactful work, being named one of Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People” in 2017 and consistently listed among Forbes magazine’s “World’s Most Powerful Women.” She is fluent in Cantonese and English and was a skilled dancer during her high school years. A Harry Potter enthusiast, Chan has visited the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park in Orlando, Florida. An animal lover, she shares her home with two dogs, Beast and Max.