Paula Origua Email and Phone Number

As the leader of the Centre's Child Representative Program, I oversee all aspects, from recruitment and onboarding to training and support for CRC staff and volunteers. My role involves updating and maintaining program training materials and resources. I personally handle child representative assignments for supported children, offering crucial support throughout admissibility hearings and the refugee claim process at the Immigration and Refugee Board. Additionally, I assess settlement needs… Show more As the leader of the Centre's Child Representative Program, I oversee all aspects, from recruitment and onboarding to training and support for CRC staff and volunteers. My role involves updating and maintaining program training materials and resources. I personally handle child representative assignments for supported children, offering crucial support throughout admissibility hearings and the refugee claim process at the Immigration and Refugee Board. Additionally, I assess settlement needs for Unaccompanied and Separated Children (UASC), facilitating referrals to the Child & Youth Settlement team. My responsibilities extend to creating, updating, and managing educational materials, convening meetings with stakeholders, advocating for refugee and migrant children, and developing public education materials for service providers in Ontario. Show less

As the Project Coordinator for the FCJ Refugee Centre and the Centre for Refugee Children, I facilitate a youth-led groundwork project, A Roadmap to Justice. This collaborative partnership engages refugee and migrant youth in Ontario to make Canada’s immigration and refugee system more child and youth friendly. My role involves conducting research, supporting youth in collecting lived experiences, and leading the development of a Theory of Change and Implementation Plan to bring about future… Show more As the Project Coordinator for the FCJ Refugee Centre and the Centre for Refugee Children, I facilitate a youth-led groundwork project, A Roadmap to Justice. This collaborative partnership engages refugee and migrant youth in Ontario to make Canada’s immigration and refugee system more child and youth friendly. My role involves conducting research, supporting youth in collecting lived experiences, and leading the development of a Theory of Change and Implementation Plan to bring about future changes in Canada’s immigration system. Show less

As a dedicated Public Education and Communications Coordinator at Romero House, a renowned refugee support organization in Toronto, I played a vital role in raising awareness and advocating for refugee rights. My responsibilities included developing and executing impactful communication strategies, managing social media platforms, and creating engaging content to highlight the stories and needs of refugees. I also organized educational events and workshops to foster a deeper understanding of… Show more As a dedicated Public Education and Communications Coordinator at Romero House, a renowned refugee support organization in Toronto, I played a vital role in raising awareness and advocating for refugee rights. My responsibilities included developing and executing impactful communication strategies, managing social media platforms, and creating engaging content to highlight the stories and needs of refugees. I also organized educational events and workshops to foster a deeper understanding of refugee issues in our community. This role allowed me to contribute to a cause I'm passionate about while honing my communication and advocacy skills, making a positive impact on the lives of refugees in Toronto. Show less