Benafsha Bashar Doost

A committed and motivated engineering student eager to leverage exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting. Strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

• Operating systems (Windows and MacOS)

• Office suites (Microsoft Office, G Suite)

• Presentation software (PowerPoint, Keynote)

• Communication and collaboration tools (Slack, Skype, Zoom, etc.)

• Social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.

• Honour's List

 Dawson College

Winter 2023, Fall 2024, Winter 2024 

• Academic Merit Award

 École internationale Du Phare

June 2020

• Excellence Award in Mathematics

 École internationale Du Phare

 March 2020

• Fitness
• Listening to Music
• Cooking
• Playing Card Games

Teacher Assistant + Event Facilitator, 07/2021 - 07/2022

ITREB Canada - Sherbrooke, QC

• Supported staff in preparation of educational materials and delivery of instruction to 60+ secondary level youth.
• Encouraged student engagement through interactive activities and leading small group sessions to reinforce learning objectives.
• Attended to individual student needs by providing support and translation services in French and Dari.
• Supported classroom teacher with behavioral management and maintaining a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Participated in post-class reflection meetings to discuss ways of enhancing student learning.

Volunteer, 12/2019 - 02/2021

Canadian Council for Refugees Youth Network - Sherbrooke, QC

• Committed to facilitating newcomers' settlement in Sherbrooke by organizing integration events and to better understand and address the challenges of refugees.
• Collaborated with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds to advocate for newcomers.
• Supported newcomers with accessing local services and existing resources.
• Discussed with government representatives their potential actions to improve the refugee experience.
• Demonstrated skills in problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and leadership.

Volunteer , 03/2019 - 07/2022

Ismaili Community Center - Sherbrooke , QC

• Helped maintain an ethos of care and service towards members of the community.
• Assisted in planning events and led the areas of crowd control and food distribution.
• Completed janitorial services of communal and private spaces.
• Provided support to vulnerable members of the community.
• Provided administrative assistance where required.

• Bashar Doost, B. (2021). Kaboul, le paradis transformé en enfer. LaTribune. https://www.latribune.ca/2021/10/30/une-jeune-afghane-a-mal-a-son-pays-9cbed9aef672ee2b71bd8d1484beeafe/.
• Brochu, T. (2021). Une jeune Afghane a mal à son pays [Interview with Bashar Doost, B.]. LaTribune. https://www.latribune.ca/2021/10/30/une-jeune-afghane-a-mal-a-son-pays-9cbed9aef672ee2b71bd8d1484beeafe/.
• Hamdan, A., Arev, J. (2020). L'intégration dans une Nouvelle Culture [Interview with Bashar Doost, B.] [video]. Actions Interculturelles Organization.

• Neuroscience Research Club

Dawson College

Montreal, QC

Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 

 Engaged in a widespread study of the nervous system. Collaborated with peers to deliver a presentation on the Synchronicity of Firing Neurons and Oscillations in the Electric Field. Designed and conducted experiments utilizing PsychoPy software for data collection, triangulation, and analysis. Main skills developed: attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork.