Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Experience
Hobbies and Interests
Volunteer Experience
Community Service
Leadership & Impact
References
Timeline
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Hamza Sakr

Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Dynamic educational facilitator with a proven track record at Stop Hate Alberta, specializing in anti-bullying training and youth mentorship. Skilled in public speaking and multimedia content creation, I engage diverse audiences and foster safe learning environments. Passionate about empowering students, I effectively develop interactive materials that resonate with learners of all ages.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher (Volunteer)

Omar Bin Khatab (OBK) School
Calgary, AB
06.2025 - 06.2025
  • Tutored Grade 6 students struggling academically to meet learning benchmarks
  • Supported PAT preparation and curriculum reinforcement
  • Helped coordinate graduation and led student supervision on field trips
  • Delivered school-wide anti-bullying presentation
  • Collaborated with experienced teachers to enhance classroom activities and curriculum.
  • Assisted in assessing student progress through tests and informal evaluations.
  • Managed classroom behavior by establishing clear rules and expectations.

Educational Facilitator

Stop Hate Alberta
, Alberta
07.2022 - Current
  • Delivered hate crime and anti-bullying training to schools and community groups
  • Developed interactive teaching materials for youth and adult learners
  • Facilitated workshops on bystander/upstander strategies in educational settings
  • Led sessions for youth, middle-aged adults, and seniors

Teaching English (Second Language)

Horizon Academy Institute
Calgary, AB
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Taught foundational English to four new Canadian students (ages 6–17)
  • Used diverse instructional strategies: oral discussion, multimedia, games, and field trips
  • Created a culturally responsive, safe, and fun learning environment

Keynote Speaker

Foundation for a Path Forward
08.2023
  • Presented on youth safety, cyberbullying, and media literacy at a national education conference
  • Educated parents on navigating digital media and supporting their children

Facilitator – Gender-Based Violence Prevention

Maskan Family Association
Calgary, AB
04.2025 - Current

Led educational workshops on gender-based violence prevention for community members of all ages.

Facilitated trauma-informed group and one-on-one discussions effectively.

  • Created inclusive training materials catering to diverse and marginalized groups.
  • Partnered with educators to embed awareness initiatives within school curricula.
  • Advocated for safe environments and resource access for violence-affected individuals.
  • Customized presentations for various locations, including schools and community centers.
  • Established rapport through culturally aware communication methods.

Youth Intern

Horizon Academy Institute
Calgary, AB
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Mentored peers and led youth development workshops
  • Organized leadership retreats and anti-bullying campaigns in school settings

Education

BA - Psychology and Education

St. Mary’s University
Calgary, AB
01.2025

Senior High School Diploma -

Western Canada High School
Calgary, AB
01.2020

Leadership Internship Program Graduate -

Horizon Academy Institute
Calgary, AB
01.2020

Skills

  • Classroom & Workshop Facilitation
  • Student Engagement & Differentiated Instruction
  • Mental Health Awareness & Equity Education
  • Public Speaking & Anti-Bullying Training
  • Event Planning & Team Leadership
  • Multimedia Content Creation
  • Classroom management
  • Public speaking
  • Digital media literacy
  • Youth mentorship
  • Film directing
  • Cinematography
  • Social media promotion
  • Video editing

Additional Experience

  • Delivered awareness and prevention sessions in educational and community contexts
  • Social Media Advocate & Content Creator (Freelance)
  • Calgary, AB | 2022 – Present
  • Created digital educational content on humanitarian issues and mental health
  • Content Creator & Brand Strategist – Studio Luma
  • Calgary, AB | Sept 2022 – Present
  • Delivered workshops and managed multimedia production for youth-centered content
  • Visual Storyteller – Humanitarian Advocacy Projects
  • 2022 – Present
  • Collaborated with NGOs to document lived experiences through film and photography

Hobbies and Interests

Education Equity Advocate, Lyricist & Spoken Word Artist, Visual Storytelling & Documentary Filmmaking, Chess Player | Basketball Enthusiast

Volunteer Experience

  • IRC Global Relief, Volunteer, Calgary, AB, 2018-04, 2024, Supported community events and outreach initiatives
  • TELUS Communications, Brand Ambassador, Calgary, AB, 2016, 2017, Represented the TELUS brand at youth-focused public events
  • Five Hole for Food, Volunteer, Montreal, QC, 2012, 2015, Coordinated community engagement and donations for food banks

Community Service

Donate Directly, Community Ambassador, 2024-08, Present, Created campaigns encouraging empathy and action among young donors

Leadership & Impact

  • Delivered anti-bullying talks in schools across Calgary
  • Mentored immigrant youth in ESL and life skills
  • Organized youth leadership events and community workshops
  • Led humanitarian fieldwork and advocacy in Pakistan

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Teacher (Volunteer)

Omar Bin Khatab (OBK) School
06.2025 - 06.2025

Facilitator – Gender-Based Violence Prevention

Maskan Family Association
04.2025 - Current

Keynote Speaker

Foundation for a Path Forward
08.2023

Educational Facilitator

Stop Hate Alberta
07.2022 - Current

Teaching English (Second Language)

Horizon Academy Institute
06.2018 - 08.2018

Youth Intern

Horizon Academy Institute
01.2016 - 01.2020

BA - Psychology and Education

St. Mary’s University

Senior High School Diploma -

Western Canada High School

Leadership Internship Program Graduate -

Horizon Academy Institute
Hamza Sakr