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Emily Anne Encalada

Toronto,ON

Summary

Driven and passionate first-year law student with a strong commitment to advancing justice and advocating for those impacted by systemic inequities. With a solid academic background, exceptional research and writing skills, and a keen interest in criminal law, I aim to support efforts to address wrongful convictions and promote meaningful legal reform. I am dedicated to contributing to impactful work that challenges injustices and upholds the principles of fairness and integrity within the justice system.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk and Climbing Instructor

Basecamp Climbing
Toronto, Ontario
05.2019 - 08.2024
  • Provided exceptional customer service, answering inquiries, resolving concerns, and assisting clients with membership, safety procedures, and equipment needs.
  • Resolved conflicts between climbers and addressed safety concerns, demonstrating the ability to manage high-pressure situations and de-escalate tense scenarios.
  • Instructed and guided groups of up to 10 participants, ensuring safety protocols were followed while providing personalized climbing techniques and feedback.
  • Demonstrated strong problem solving skills by handing customer complaints and ensuring timely solutions resulting in improved customer satisfaction

Program Coordinator

Alberto Hurtado University
Santiago, Chile
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated on the development and execution of a pioneering initiative titled "Program for the Rule of Law and Democracy in Latin America" for emerging young professionals passionate about the rule of law and human rights in Latin America.
  • Scouted for grants to ensure funding and support for the program's initiatives and events.

Research Assistant

Independent Consultant Firm
Toronto, Ontario
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Strategically co-led a 6-month consultancy project in partnership with UNICEF Canada, driving efforts to advocate for the integration of an anti-racism framework into the Canadian government's Feminist International Assistant Policy (FIAP).
  • Produced comprehensive technical documentation, articulating research findings and interpretations to compellingly convey the advantages of incorporating an anti-racism framework within the FIAP.

Work Study Student

University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Initiated and spearheaded meetings with the Latin American Studies department and over 5 student organizations on campus, fostering seamless collaboration for academic and social events.
  • Enabled the utilization of digital tools by offering assistance and guidance in video and music editing to produce a documentary on the conflict in Venezuela, under the leadership of Professor Victor Rivas.

Education

J.D. - Law

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton
05-2027

Master of Arts - Sociology of Law

University of The Basque Country
Onati, Spain
09-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Latin American Studies

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
06-2020

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Great Team Collaborator
  • Effective Writing Skills

Accomplishments

  • Winner of the André-Jean Arnaud Prize 2023 which is given every year to the student having produced the best master's thesis of the Oñati International Master's in Sociology of Law.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional

Timeline

Program Coordinator

Alberto Hurtado University
09.2022 - 01.2023

Research Assistant

Independent Consultant Firm
01.2022 - 06.2022

Work Study Student

University of Toronto
09.2019 - 03.2020

Front Desk and Climbing Instructor

Basecamp Climbing
05.2019 - 08.2024

J.D. - Law

University of New Brunswick

Master of Arts - Sociology of Law

University of The Basque Country

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Latin American Studies

University of Toronto
Emily Anne Encalada