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I bring extensive expertise in strategy, facilitation, curriculum development, instructional design and project management across GEDI, anti-racism, and intercultural engagement. I am a recognized specialist in international development and capacity building, with a proven track record of leading multi-country projects and building relationships with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
I design and deliver GEDI training, foster stakeholder engagement, mentor teams, and develop systems to track progress and measure impact. My work spans organizations like ICAO, Elevate Aviation, UN Environment Programme, NAIT, NorQuest, and CIEE, where I create inclusive policies, train-the-trainer programs, and intercultural learning experiences.
Skills
Experience Level
Intermediate
Work Experience
Gender, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (GEDI) Consultant at Independent / Self-employed
January 1, 2004 - PresentAcquired extensive expertise in GEDI; strategy, facilitation, curriculum design, and capacity-building; assess organizational landscapes and review policies through a GEDI lens; drive stakeholder engagement and measure progress toward defined benchmarks.
GEDI Adult Education Specialist at Women’s Economic Council (WEC)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Designed, managed, and delivered GEDI and leadership training programs for the co-operative sector; supported the 50–30 Challenge to advance gender parity and diversity in leadership across Canada; served as in-house GEDI expert.
Online Course Facilitator at University of British Columbia
January 1, 2022 - PresentFacilitate online courses within the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion / Intercultural Studies certificate program; provide constructive feedback and practical examples drawing on subject-matter expertise.
Gender Equity Expert at Alinea International
January 1, 2022 - PresentServe as a gender equity specialist on international development projects across Latin America; provide GBA+ guidance; design and implement a train-the-trainer program for stakeholders in Latin America.
Gender Specialist at United Nations Environment Programme
January 1, 2024 - PresentDeveloped a gender mainstreaming strategy for ICAO, focusing on five African countries to support chemical elimination in firefighting; align policy with gender equality goals.
Intercultural Trainer at Dwellworks
January 1, 2019 - PresentDeliver intercultural training programs for assignees moving to Canada, with emphasis on Edmonton context.
Curriculum Developer & Instructor at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
January 1, 2021 - PresentEDI instructor and course developer; designed and maintained EDI content in Brightspace; led development of a comprehensive EDI certificate program with multiple courses.
EDI Practitioner at Alberta Community Cooperative Association
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Supported the 50/30 challenge; co-designed materials to support co-ops and credit unions across Canada in achieving gender parity and improving representation.
Curriculum Developer at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Designed microlearning modules and a comprehensive course on intercultural competency and leadership; redeveloped learning materials using Articulate Rise.
Facilitator at Centre for Race and Culture
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024Facilitated online courses focused on anti-racism, racial equity, and anti-oppression.
Instructor at NAIT (Bachelor of Technology and Technology Management)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2024Developed, designed, and taught the online course Cross Cultural Intelligence; engaged with diverse student cohorts.
Curriculum Developer & Instructor at Norquest College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Designed and developed online courses for the EDI at Work Micro-Credential Program; created course maps, assessments, and instructor/participant guides.
Resident Director at Council for International Educational Exchanges (CIEE)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Resident Director in Havana, Cuba for Semester Academic Programs and Short-Term Seminars; oversaw operations, finances, staff, and site visits.
Account Manager, Caribbean & Latin America at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2015Led management of a Global Affairs funded project in Cuba with a $5,000,000 budget; designed training programs; liaised with Canadian and Cuban institutions; acted as Gender Equity Strategist to ensure gender mainstreaming.
Gender, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Consultant at Independent / GEDI Consultant
January 1, 2004 - PresentProvide consultation to diverse stakeholders by assessing organizational landscapes and reviewing policies through a GEDI lens; foster stakeholder engagement to build consensus; mentor staff on integrating GEDI principles; design systems to track progress and measure impact; partner with leadership to implement long-term GEDI strategies.
Instructor at NAIT - Bachelor of Technology and Technology Management
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2024Developed, designed, and taught online course Cross Cultural Intelligence; taught students on effective cross-cultural collaboration.
Account Manager, Caribbean & Latin America at NAIT
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2015Led management of a Global Affairs funded Cuba project; oversaw a $5,000,000 budget; led training program design and policy/strategy development; engaged with government and NAIT departments.
Education
Certificate in Gender Mainstreaming at Global Human Rights Leadership Training International
January 1, 2022 - December 15, 2025Certificate in Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) at Government of Canada
January 1, 2019 - December 15, 2025Certificate in Intercultural & Diversity Studies at University of British Columbia
January 1, 2018 - December 15, 2025Master of Arts in Latin American Studies at University of Chile
January 1, 2005 - December 15, 2025Bachelor of Arts; Major: Psychology; Minor: Latin American Studies at University of Alberta
January 1, 2001 - December 15, 2025Intercultural Communication Certificates at Intercultural Communication Certificates
January 1, 2007 - December 15, 2025Summer Institute of Intercultural Communication at Portland, Oregon
January 1, 2007 - December 15, 2025Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (Digital Media) at University of British Columbia
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025Certificate in Gender Mainstreaming at Global Human Rights Leadership Training International
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022Certificate in Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) at Government of Canada
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019Certificate in Intercultural & Diversity Studies at University of British Columbia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018Master of Arts in Latin American Studies at University of Chile
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005Bachelor of Arts; Major: Psychology; Minor: Latin American Studies at University of Alberta
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001Intercultural Communication Certificates at Various
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (Digital Media) at University of British Columbia
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025Qualifications
Certificate in Gender Mainstreaming
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022Certificate in Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019Certificate in Intercultural & Diversity Studies
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018Intercultural Communication Certificates
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (Digital Media)
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
Skills
Experience Level
Intermediate
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