Leila Takei Email & Phone Number

Experience as the Co-Chair and Facilitator for the Social Service Worker Program Wellness Strategies Working Group, running weekly at Sheridan College. Collaborator for the SSW Program Social Justice and Action Committee and the Counselling Simulations Program. Former member of the Student Advisory Committee and the International Student Subcommittee at Sheridan College. Experience in the development and organization of three events offered to Sheridan students during placement. High level of creativity combining music, language and creativity to engage people. Graduated from Sheridan College Social Service Worker Program in April 2021.Currently working as a full-time as Community Connections specialist at Halton Multicultural Council or HMC Connections. Organizing programs for newcomers and refugees, connecting with volunteers and establishing partnerships. Experience in creating sessions, using creativity to increase interest and engagement of participants. Fluent in both English and Portuguese oral and written communication.Graduated in Dentistry and post-graduated in Orthodontics in Brazil. Ran a private dental office for 25 years focusing on oral care among children and teenagers. Experience in working with diversity, respecting different cultures and beliefs and working on a client-centered model. Developed and organized events related to oral care education focusing on young adults. Engaged in organizing events for community.Through my education and experience, I had the opportunity to develop skills related to active listening, organization, facilitation, and management of events, advocacy, education, communication (oral and written), Anti-Oppressive Practice (AOP), Strength-Based Approach, Client-Centered Approach, Mindfulness, Solution-focused, Empathy, and Trauma-Informed Practice.