I am an accomplished human rights and humanitarian advocate with over 10 years of work experience in both private and public sectors. Currently the projects and communications officer at Sharek Youth Forum as well as an English Language Consultant for the American Embassy programs at Amideast.
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Communications, Fundraising And Public RelationsSharek Youth Forum Nov 2022 - PresentRamallah, West Banko Developing Sharek Youth Forum’s advocacy strategies through the English languageo Writing proposals for projects funded by the European Union, United Nations agencies and other organizations o Supporting project managers and implementation of project activitieso Promoting Sharek Youth Forum’s key issues at an international levelo Supporting documentation for advocacy and campaigns, such as success stories, pamphlets, and newsletterso Writing training manuals for Business English o Utilizing social media platforms promoting and publishing advocacy/campaign materials on Sharek’s websiteo Redesigned new website for easier accessibility -
English Language ConsultantAmideast Ramallah Nov 2021 - PresentRamallah, West Banko English Language instructor and consultant for the US Embassy English Language programso Teaching Access Scholarship program funded by the American State Department and American House for both teens and adultso Teaching Business English that includes, CV writing, interviews, and entrepreneurial skillso Assisting students to improve English communication skills -
Director Of CommunicationsSkyline International For Human Rights Feb 2021 - PresentMadrid, Community Of Madrid, SpainSkyline International for Human Rights is an foundation that advocates for freedom of expression/speech/opinion within social media and for journalists in the MENA region who are targetted and face human rights violations, prosections and discrimination for standing up for the truth and human rights. As the Director of Communications, it is my job and duty to advocate for the protection of human rights of these defenders of freedom of expression/speech/opinion. By using media sources such as news agencies and journalists, allows further awareness of the situations of human right violations within the premises of advocacy for those being prosecuted.
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Program CoordinatorAegis Council For Policy Research & Innovation Nov 2020 - PresentToronto, Ontario, Canada -
English TutorThe Omar In Apr 2020 - Feb 2021Brampton, Ontario, Canada• Tutoring and mentoring women and children in Gaza as a native English speaker via online• Developing daily lesson plans to involve receptive and productive skills including grammar, vocabulary, phonology and functions as well as preparing students for their IELTS exams• Key skills developed: teaching English, verbal and written communication, organizational skills
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Lead Content DeveloperThe Silent Mp Aug 2020 - Nov 2020Bolton, Ontario, Canada• Researching and developing thought-provoking, relevant and high-quality content for feature articles• Conducting background political research to identify key politicians to support the development of literature for the organization• Capturing content of interviews with MPs and stakeholders by transcribing their knowledge and experiences • Contributing to the development of content review, analysis and strategy for drafting feature articles based on interview discussions with MPs and stakeholders• Participating in roundtables, quadrant team and strategy sessions• Key skills developed: research, data analysis, communication, targeted writing
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Program OfficerMiddle East Nonviolence And Democracy - M.E.N.D Feb 2020 - Nov 2020Jerusalem, Israel• Advocating and promoting mechanisms of nonviolence within the Palestinian communities• Increasing the social and economic empowerment of women’s groups by supporting in resolving issues regarding gender disparities in refugee camps• Writing proposals for funding projects on media literacy for teachers and students in the educational system and updating stakeholders on the implementations of strategies to the projects• Marketing film projects for Canadian and UK Universities, promoting women and youth groups in refugee camps using mobile phones as media platform• Organizing meetings and training workshops at various refugee camps• Analyzing information pertaining to political and humanitarian situations in the Palestinian Territories for the purpose of generating reports for policy proposals and initiatives• Key skills developed: advocacy, leadership, project management, networking, research and writing proposals, critical and analytical skills, conflict management
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Co-Founder Of The Equality CommitteeUniversity Of Leeds Jan 2019 - Sep 2019Leeds, England, United Kingdom• Advocated and brought awareness of human rights and inequality issues affecting segments of society in developed and developing countries through presentation of films• Organised by-weekly film events giving audiences a greater awareness and exposure to basic human rights issues and social inequalities such as, race, gender, sexuality and poverty• Moderated discussions before and after viewing of films to assure understanding of concepts • Developed and facilitated goals for the committee by bringing together students and staff interested on issues of inequality pertaining to human rights violations around the world• Key skills developed: advocacy, leadership, communication, organizational skills -
Producer And Co-HostThe Smart Power Podcast Dec 2018 - Sep 2019Leeds, England, United Kingdom• Produced and co-hosted a weekly podcast on global affairs, conflicts, security and international development amongst other issues pertaining to advocating human rights through interviews of guests• Researched, planned and implemented production ideas through creative scenarios focusing on issues negatively affecting people on a global scale. For example, China’s Belt and Road initiative, Africa’s development complexities, and a three-part series on the Israeli and Palestinian conflict• Collaborated with guests from various fields to present intellectual conversations to interested audiences• Added intellectual knowledge through various topics aired concerning human cost of conflict and natural disasters building on human security• Key skills developed: production development, podcasting, leadership, research, communication, analytical and critical skills
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Project AssociateThyssenkrupp Materials Na Apr 2008 - Jan 2016Concord, Ontario, Canada• Led, trained, and supported sales department with client inquiries along with improving cross-functional departmental efficiencies that helped colleagues with maintaining client information • Took leadership responsibilities for training new employees on protocols and internal software• Recognized communication gaps between varying departments, then worked with management to create new protocols using Lean Six Sigma to streamline and implement them • Provided research and administrative support for successful implementations of projects set out by management• Key skills developed: leadership, communication, customer service, organization, data management
Taljinder Shergill Skills
Taljinder Shergill Education Details
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International Relations -
Magna Cum Laude
Frequently Asked Questions about Taljinder Shergill
What company does Taljinder Shergill work for?
Taljinder Shergill works for Sharek Youth Forum
What is Taljinder Shergill's role at the current company?
Taljinder Shergill's current role is Human Rights and Humanitarain Aid.
What schools did Taljinder Shergill attend?
Taljinder Shergill attended University Of Leeds, York University.
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Taljinder Shergill has skills like Presentation Skills, Simply Accounting, Team Work, Teaching, Communication, International Relations, Mentoring, Team Leadership, Teaching English As A Second Language, Outlook, Nonprofit Organizations, Microsoft Office.
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