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Vancouver, Bc, Ca

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

I work on the Customer Experience and Digital Strategy Practice at the Vancouver Office.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

I worked with the Natural Resources and Governance team as well as the Public Governance and Accountability team in the Economic Development Bureau. I provided project and technical support for Canada's participation in the Kimberley Process, the Decentralization and Local Governance Network, and Forum of Federations.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

As part of the Master of Global Affairs Program, I worked with a team of students to explore gender-responsive nutrition interventions in four Sub-Saharan African countries - Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Malawi, Tanzania - for the Health and Rights of Women and Girls Division at GAC. We developed a program plan, which included scoping of potential partners, a SWOT analysis for operationalization, and provided recommendations for GAC on next steps.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

I worked with my co-president to manage and oversee all projects and event planning, as well as assisted other executives with internal and external outreach. I also coordinated bi-weekly executive meetings to plan upcoming events and collaborations. To ensure GDI events aligned with the broader Munk School schedule, I communicated with administration to confirm event dates and share promotional material.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

I worked closely with my Co-Director to connect and build relationships with potential speakers and industry professionals that may have been interested in participating in GDI events. I organized and executed events that helped Munk School students understand the development field and connected students with industry professionals.

Kathmandu, Nepal

I supported the Business for Results (B4R) Program at UNICEF ROSA through the creation of weekly newsletters, management of SharePoint, and organization of resource lists. I worked on aid proposals and funding pitches for government and private sector actors, focusing on disaster risk management, sanitation, health, education, and nutrition. I also helped initiate the internal B4R Podcast Series, where I talked with different country offices about the importance of private sector engagement in… Show more I supported the Business for Results (B4R) Program at UNICEF ROSA through the creation of weekly newsletters, management of SharePoint, and organization of resource lists. I worked on aid proposals and funding pitches for government and private sector actors, focusing on disaster risk management, sanitation, health, education, and nutrition. I also helped initiate the internal B4R Podcast Series, where I talked with different country offices about the importance of private sector engagement in protecting children's rights and providing positive outcomes for children. Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

I interviewed experts on global affairs issues and policy debates to create informative and interesting conversations. I edited and published content onto the Global Conversations website and Spotify Podcasts. Additionally, I collaborated with fellow contributors to co-host interdisciplinary interviews, where we looked at the intersection of different global conflicts, policies, and events.

Toronto, Canada Area

I made sure that the store was clean and customer-ready at all times and merchandised goods according to sales objectives and goals. The store had a fast-paced and busy environment, but I completed tasks quickly and accurately. I provided excellent customer service and ensured that I answered customer inquires to the best of my abilities.

Toronto, Canada Area

I provided research assistance for the Director of the Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies at the University of Toronto. For the first project, I did literature and archival research in both English and Spanish that focused on global issues in Latin America: road traffic congestion and its impact on physical and political mobility. I translated Spanish newspaper articles into English, compiled notes, and kept track of sources. For the second project, I interacted with the United… Show more I provided research assistance for the Director of the Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies at the University of Toronto. For the first project, I did literature and archival research in both English and Spanish that focused on global issues in Latin America: road traffic congestion and its impact on physical and political mobility. I translated Spanish newspaper articles into English, compiled notes, and kept track of sources. For the second project, I interacted with the United States' state and federal institutions in order to gain access to court transcripts. To gain additional information about the individuals I was researching, I also communicated with correctional officers and judges. Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

I helped organize the Traffic in the Americas Conference for the Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies (CDTS) at the University of Toronto, which brought together universities and speakers from multiple countries to discuss the meaning of the word "traffic" in the context of Latin America. From road traffic to drug trafficking, the conference debated how different understandings of "traffic" intersected and worked with each other. I had frequent meetings with the director and secretary… Show more I helped organize the Traffic in the Americas Conference for the Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies (CDTS) at the University of Toronto, which brought together universities and speakers from multiple countries to discuss the meaning of the word "traffic" in the context of Latin America. From road traffic to drug trafficking, the conference debated how different understandings of "traffic" intersected and worked with each other. I had frequent meetings with the director and secretary of the Centre in order to plan and execute the conference. Leading up to the conference, I helped create the logo, designed an informational, and ensured all tasks were completed on time. At the conference, I greeted guests and answered questions, as well as took notes during presentations.For more information: https://cdts.utoronto.ca/index.php/traffic-americas-workshop/ Show less

Master'S Degree, International/Global Studies

Activities and Societies: Global Migration Working Group, Global Development Initiative, Global Conversations International Migration.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, International Relations And Affairs

International Baccalaureate Program And Highschool Diploma

Activities and Societies: Global Issues Network, Varsity Soccer, Trail Running