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Facilitate the transition and integration of International Students into their Canadian community.

Responsible for the Student ExperienceSupervised the Local coordinators and tracked the progress of the studentsProblem-solved issues related to student cultural adaptation to CanadaLiaison for international agents, school boards, community agencies, and other stakeholders

Responsible for the candidate's registration

Coached students' adaptation to academic, social and cultural life in Canada

Entry-level position that gave me experience in a Canadian corporate environment and enhanced my second language skills.

Responsible for setting program goals, evaluating results and improving future programmingDelivered a comprehensive multi-event program each semesterManaged the day-to-day operations of the departmentLed the team of student residents and staff; planned schedules, and completed evaluations and coachingFacilitated constant communication of the program development to stakeholders

Acted as the liaison between the International Student Office and Student Services Collaborated with colleagues to create the guide of best practices for in-campus internationalization Responsible for the development of cultural-awareness and multilanguage abilities in the community Participated in the development of the 5 year strategic plan.

Responsible for planning and coordinating several projects and events simultaneously

Colombo Americano is a non-profit Cultural Center that partners with the U.S. Department of State to promote mutual cultural understanding between Colombia and the United States. Developed the 5-year strategic plan Improved institutional recognition as a Bi-National Centre by creating community engagement strategies, outreach for potential international students, cultural events and public library services. Developed strong relationships with the United States and Colombian governmental… Show more Colombo Americano is a non-profit Cultural Center that partners with the U.S. Department of State to promote mutual cultural understanding between Colombia and the United States. Developed the 5-year strategic plan Improved institutional recognition as a Bi-National Centre by creating community engagement strategies, outreach for potential international students, cultural events and public library services. Developed strong relationships with the United States and Colombian governmental institutions, universities, media and other stakeholders. Designed a system to analyze the data of the department, which was recognized during the Quality Accreditation audit. Wrote and reported grant proposals to support and increase the cultural investment of the Bi-National Centre. Planned and developed a program of over 200 events and activities yearly with 40,000 attendees and 97% satisfaction rate. I obtained recognition as "Museal Space" by the Cultural Minister of Colombia at the Bi-National Centre. Show less

EducationUSA is a US Department of State network that promotes US higher education to students around the world. EducationUSA also provides services to the US higher education community to help institutional leaders meet their recruitment and campus internationalization goals.International student advising.Pre-Departure Orientation sessions.Educational Fairs.

Researched and, fact-checked for six cultural documentaries aired by "Señal Colombia" National TV Public Channel. Participated in the scriptwriting committee and character casting. One of the documentaries was awarded a Regional Journalism award (Hernan Castaño Hincapie Award).

PANACA is a Theme Park that promotes contact between humans and nature. It focuses in conserving Colombia's agricultural heritage.Planned communications strategiesDeveloped effective relationships with the media and stakeholders.Consulted with advertising agencies and arranged and supervised promotional campaigns in all types of media.Coordinated the distribution of information and printed material to guests and partners.Performed as a spokesperson and chaperoned special… Show more PANACA is a Theme Park that promotes contact between humans and nature. It focuses in conserving Colombia's agricultural heritage.Planned communications strategiesDeveloped effective relationships with the media and stakeholders.Consulted with advertising agencies and arranged and supervised promotional campaigns in all types of media.Coordinated the distribution of information and printed material to guests and partners.Performed as a spokesperson and chaperoned special guests. Cooperated in event planning and execution. Show less

Liaison for a youth and sexual rights campaign from the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Conducted focus groups for youth and educational and health institutions. Managed the project of an open-call cultural contest as a form to use art and culture as a communication and healing tool for youth. Developed and maintained relationships with the media, Non-profits and other stakeholders.

Developed a system to organize and conserve all analogic photographs and negatives as part of the cultural and historical memory of the city. Researched the impact of photojournalism in the city´s archive building.