Evan Marie Lucille Brunner
Edmonton
Summary
Policy professional with expertise in policy development and strategic analysis. Proven track record of contributing to significant policy reforms and advising on regulatory compliance. Highly collaborative, reliable, and adaptable to evolving policy landscapes, with strong analytical and communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program & Policy Consultant
Alberta Human Rights Commission
11.2023 - Current
- Continuously worked as the Commission’s sole program and policy consultant and one of only two Indigenous staff members.
- Tasked with overseeing the Indigenous Human Rights Strategy. This includes facilitating and organization members of the Indigenous Advisory Circle.
- Tasked with community engagement, consultation, and stakeholder connections regarding several portfolios related to human rights issues, including the 2SLGBTQIA+ area and Women/Gender. This includes working to identify connections between human rights issues and where they overlap with ongoing concerns Indigenous rights.
- Developed workshops, presentations and other engagement/educational materials to help support marginalized community members learn about and advocate for their human rights.
- Gained extensive experience planning events and MC'ing.
Human Rights Officer
Alberta Human Rights Commission
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Worked on the Intake Team assessing incoming complaints to ensure they fell within the purview of the Human Rights Commission, both legislatively and jurisdictionally.
- Liaised with complainants regularly as part of regular case work on intake files, as well as during regularly scheduled shifts on the Commission’s public inquiry phone line.
- Assisted, and at one point co-chaired, the Indigenous Advisory Circle meant to advise the Commission. This included regularly liaising with circle members who attended the circle to represent various Indigenous communities and organizations from all over Alberta and help identify systemic barriers facing Indigenous folks who engage with the Commission.
- Developed and assisted in the development of internal procedures and best practices following the implementation of a new complaints management structure.
- Regularly liaised with and worked with the Commission’s Community Engagement and Education section in order to develop workshops and practices to assist both Commission staff and the public seeking services.
Youth Liaison
The Family Centre
02.2018 - 07.2021
- Worked with youth directly to identify their needs and gaps in services they receive in order to implement projects focused on providing long term positive change.
- Worked in partnership with the Edmonton Police Service and the City of Edmonton to build community development projects focusing on youth safety. Oversaw project support and ensured deliverables were kept timely and on track.
- Liaised and coordinated with various community stakeholders, including youth organizations, Government of Alberta staff, City of Edmonton staff, local businesses, and law enforcement to help increase safety in Edmonton communities.
- Identified safety needs among Edmonton youth through various sources, then worked (either individually or in collaboration) to develop and implement projects meant to reduce crime and increase safety in Edmonton.
- Chaired several boards and committees within this role.
Project Coordinator
Soutien Belge Overseas
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Planned events and activities with Unaccompanied Refugee Youth in Brussels in a partnership with FEDASIL and the Belgian Red Cross.
- Oversaw and supervised program staff and volunteers.
- Formulated standard operating procedures for the SB weekend program in order to ensure the safety and security of beneficiaries and volunteers.
- Monitored donations for the program, and maintained documentation of activities.
- Ensured open communication lines with stakeholders and donors via multiple channels, including social media.
Dispatcher
Alberta Wildfire
04.2015 - 09.2017
- Monitored and dispatched aircraft and crews in an emergency fire situation.
- Efficient and accurate data entry for government documentation and maintained in case of auditing.
- Communicated effectively with government employees, contractors, and stakeholders in order to maintain an efficient and effective work environment.
- Assisted in the training and supervision of new dispatchers.
Summer Student
Golden Circle Senior Resource Center
04.2013 - 08.2013
- Assisted social workers with their work with seniors in the local community.
- Liaised regularly with community stakeholders, outside agencies and seniors organizations.
- Helped plan golden circle fundraising events, as well as instituting outreach and entertainment programs for clients.
- Organized and monitored the weekly charity thrift shop held in the centre.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology (Honours)
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario01.2015
Master of Arts Degree - Human Security and Peacebuilding
Royal Roads University
Victoria, British Columbia01.2018
Skills
- Comprehensive policy design
- Community engagement
- Stakeholder management
- Human rights advocacy
- Event planning
- Program evaluation
- Project coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Strategic communication
- Public speaking
- Cultural competence
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED - Canadian Red Cross
- Applied Suicide and Intervention Training (ASIST) Certification
- Certified as a Restorative Practice Circle Facilitator
- Complex Project Management - Royal Roads University
- Psychological First Aid Certification
- Attended AASAS Training on Sexual Violence in the Workplace
- Incident Command System - Level 100
- Gender-Based Analysis + Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Cree
Elementary
Timeline
Program & Policy Consultant
Alberta Human Rights Commission
11.2023 - Current
Human Rights Officer
Alberta Human Rights Commission
07.2021 - 11.2023
Youth Liaison
The Family Centre
02.2018 - 07.2021
Project Coordinator
Soutien Belge Overseas
10.2017 - 02.2018
Dispatcher
Alberta Wildfire
04.2015 - 09.2017
Summer Student
Golden Circle Senior Resource Center
04.2013 - 08.2013
Master of Arts Degree - Human Security and Peacebuilding
Royal Roads University
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology (Honours)
University of Guelph