Geetanjali Chopra Email & Phone Number

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Toronto, Canada Area

Support the review of Ontario’s Anti-Racism Strategy, including conducting and analyzing public and ministry engagements.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

At the Office of Women’s Issues, co-led the development of Ontario’s response to the National Inquiry on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

As an Advisor with Youth Justice Division’s Effective Programming Initiative, co-led the development of a guidebook to support frontline workers in the design, selection, delivery and evaluation of programs for diverse youth. Other projects involved the engagement of over 200 Probation Officers and analyzing findings, and conducting a qualitative analysis of previously-completed interviews with transfer payment agencies delivering services to youth in conflict with the law.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Strategic Policy Analyst with the Social Policy Development Division, Ministry of Community and Social Services. Projects included leading the coordination of the Deputy Ministers’ Social Policy Committee and leading Ontario’s report-back on the Labour Market Agreement for Persons with Disabilities

Toronto, Canada Area

Policy Analyst intern with the Child Welfare Secretariat, Ministry of Children and Youth Services

Conducted a literature scan concerning the potential of e-Mental Health in Canada

Calgary, Ab

- Coordinated and communicated with external contractors to ensure quality of deliverables related to key labour market (LMI) research projects - Drafted communications content based on research findings for a variety of media and audiences- Drafted and programmed survey questionnaires, compiled and analysed research findings - Conducted secondary research as needed for LMI and internal projects

Vancouver, Canada Area

Liaised and engaged with MPs to promote open internet access in Canada.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Conducted quantitative research, including data identification and review, and policy analysis for the annual Child Poverty Report Card.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Compiled completed scientific and economic research into 2 communications documents for relevant stakeholders and appropriate public audiencesAssisted with event planning and publicity efforts for November 2011 Program launch

Coordinated Public Engagement opportunities in BC and the Western region. Assisted in planning the 50th Anniversary Reunion in December

Director of Grantwriting (July 2009-May 2010)Trained volunteers in grantwriting and coordinated grant opportunities for NEFSocial Media Associate (July 2009- Present)Assist in raising the profile of NEF through social media, as well as planning and execution of social media activities and campaigns for the organization.Director of Alumni Engagement (July 2010- Present)Compile and send out quarterly newsletter for NEF alumni.

Managed collaborative processes with partners by serving as public liaison to media, funding agencies, educators, the board, community and government partners and community at largeDeveloped communications plan. Conducted media monitoring. Composed and distributed publicity materials, including PSAs, press releases, materials for the website and information for educators. Managed contract staff for a variety of communications and program-related activitiesCoordinated fundraising… Show more Managed collaborative processes with partners by serving as public liaison to media, funding agencies, educators, the board, community and government partners and community at largeDeveloped communications plan. Conducted media monitoring. Composed and distributed publicity materials, including PSAs, press releases, materials for the website and information for educators. Managed contract staff for a variety of communications and program-related activitiesCoordinated fundraising efforts. Maintained budgets and grants/sponsorship timelines, and identified potential sources of fundingAssisted in planning ten-day Film Festival for youth, including special guests, activities for educators and the public, coordination of volunteers, youth jury and workshop facilitators Coordinated year-round education program and outreach activities, including budget and contractor managementProvided administrative support, including volunteer management and board meeting supportProvided advice and recommendations on improving all aspects of programs run by the organization Show less

Masters Of Public Policy, Public Policy Analysis

Activities and Societies: SFU MPP Student Caucus (2010-2012) Associate Editor, Public Policy and Governance Review Magazine, 2010-2011 BC.

Ba, International Relations & Communcation

Internships: Research Intern at the Indian Society of International Law, New Delhi May-July 2005 Legal & Public Information Intern.