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Corrinne MJ Tendo

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dynamic public health professional with a Master of Public Health in Global Health Policy and an advanced certificate in Public Health Disaster Science, Policy & Practice from NYU. Expertise in promoting mental well-being, reducing stigma, and advancing health equity within diverse communities. Skilled in designing and managing innovative programs that address the mental health impacts of climate change, environmental stressors, and systemic health disparities. Currently active in Ottawa, delivering community-based wellness instruction that empowers residents to manage stress and enhance resilience. Strong background in program coordination, stakeholder collaboration, and inclusive, trauma-informed approaches to elevate public health outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Fitness Instructor – Pilates

Club Pilates Westboro
05.2025 - Current
  • Teach accessible Pilates classes that support mental wellness, stress relief, and physical health for individuals navigating everyday life demands.
  • Adapt instruction to meet the needs of a diverse participant base, ensuring classes are inclusive, welcoming, and safe for all fitness levels.
  • Foster a supportive environment that promotes mental clarity, social connection, and community well-being.
  • Created structured and innovative fitness programs to be executed in small to large group atmospheres.

Group Fitness Instructor – Yoga & Pilates

Movati Barrhaven
10.2024 - Current
  • Deliver weekly yoga and Pilates classes that help participants manage stress, improve focus, and enhance overall wellness.
  • Support a broad demographic—including older adults and newcomers—by offering tailored modifications and inclusive instruction.
  • Promote resilience and mental well-being through body–mind practices that strengthen community engagement and social cohesion.
  • Improved class attendance by creating innovative and engaging group fitness routines.

Project Manager – COVID-19, Climate Change & Adolescent Health

Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
09.2022 - Current
  • Led multi-country research on the intersection of climate change, adolescent mental health, and access to care across Latin America and the Caribbean.
  • Developed policy briefs and technical reports highlighting equity-focused approaches to adolescent mental health and service access.
  • Collaborated with regional stakeholders to align findings with public health goals and WHO/PAHO frameworks.
  • Publication: Impact of Climate Change on Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) in Adolescents and Youth in Latin America and the Caribbean: A Narrative Review

Project Lead – Mycetoma Surveillance & Mental Health Research

New York University – Applied Global Public Health Initiative
01.2022 - Current
  • Managed a public health research stream focused on stigma, mental health, and neglected tropical diseases.
  • Mentored MPH students on culturally responsive research methods and mental health equity.
  • Oversaw project deliverables, reporting, and stakeholder engagement to ensure community relevance and impact.
  • Publication: Establishing a Sentinel Surveillance Program for Mycetoma in Ethiopia: A Multifaceted Approach Towards Improved Diagnosis, Treatment and Global Burden Estimation

Graduate Research Assistant

New York University – Climate-Related Food Security Research Team
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Conducted policy and data analysis on the mental health impacts of climate-related food insecurity.
  • Supported bilingual (French/English) knowledge translation for global health briefs and academic publications.
  • Contributed to cross-sectoral research linking environmental stressors to community mental well-being and resilience.

Co-Owner / Studio Director

Bikram Yoga Lehigh Valley
01.2011 - 12.2015
  • Designed and led yoga programs for individuals with chronic illness and high stress, with a focus on resilience and self-regulation.
  • Built partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and corporate wellness programs to improve access to preventive health practices.
  • Managed operations, community outreach, and program evaluation with a strong emphasis on inclusive, trauma-informed practice.

Education

Masters of Public Health - Global Health Policy

New York University
New York, NY
09-2023

Certificate - Behavioural Communication Strategies For Global Epidemics

Strathmore University
Nairobi, Kenya
03.2023

B.Sc. - International Business Communication

Juniata College
Huntingdon, PA
05.1998

Certificate - International Studies

University of Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
05.1998

Skills

  • Health program implementation
  • Mental health advocacy
  • Program planning and evaluation
  • Community health initiatives
  • Health equity advocacy
  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building
  • English and French proficiency
  • Public Health Communication & Education
  • Trauma-Informed & Inclusive Facilitation
  • Data research and analysis
  • Environmental Health & Climate Resilience
  • Qualitative and quantitative analysis
  • Public health data visualization
  • Strategic policy drafting and analysis

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Certification

  • FEMA Emergency Management
  • Columbia & Yale Climate and Health Training
  • Behavioural Communication for Epidemics (Strathmore University)

Timeline

Group Fitness Instructor – Pilates

Club Pilates Westboro
05.2025 - Current

Group Fitness Instructor – Yoga & Pilates

Movati Barrhaven
10.2024 - Current

Project Manager – COVID-19, Climate Change & Adolescent Health

Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
09.2022 - Current

Project Lead – Mycetoma Surveillance & Mental Health Research

New York University – Applied Global Public Health Initiative
01.2022 - Current

Graduate Research Assistant

New York University – Climate-Related Food Security Research Team
09.2021 - 05.2023

Co-Owner / Studio Director

Bikram Yoga Lehigh Valley
01.2011 - 12.2015

Masters of Public Health - Global Health Policy

New York University

Certificate - Behavioural Communication Strategies For Global Epidemics

Strathmore University

B.Sc. - International Business Communication

Juniata College

Certificate - International Studies

University of Barcelona

Publications

  • Extreme Heat Events in British Columbia, Canada – NYU GPH Journal of Public Health Disasters, Jan 2023
  • Examines mental health and resilience outcomes linked to climate-related disasters.
  • Qualtrics Report on COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
  • Analyzed behavioral and psychological drivers of vaccine decision-making and trust.

Community Service

Environmental & Racial Justice Network (NYU), Member, Advocated for public health policies addressing environmental determinants of mental health and inequities affecting racialized communities.
Corrinne MJ Tendo