Holly Inman
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Researcher with a passion for advancing human rights through communication. With a bachelor's degree in English Literature, a master's degree in International Development, and experience writing forward facing materials, I am confident writing persuasive and clear news releases and policy briefs. Overall, I am excited by the opportunity to develop meaningful and positive connections working within a non-profit organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LGBTQIA+ Researcher and Policy Analyst
International Women's Initiative
London, UK, UK
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted research and analysis, through the use of surveys and interviews, that addressed the discrimination faced by the LGBTQIA+ community, to form impactful policy briefs.
- Policy briefs included the challenges and possible solutions and presented to the local government.
- Actively engaged with social media to raise awareness, bringing attention to inequalities and cultivating much needed conversations.
- Managed and supervised volunteers, leading workshops with the aim of providing a space for brainstorming possible solutions, bringing colleagues together, and ultimately fostering a positive, communicative work environment.
- Solicited donations at fundraising events, working collaboratively to make sure events ran smoothly.
Women's Group Facilitator
South London Refugee Association
London, UK
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Accommodated refugees in any way needed, helping them to settle into life in the UK. This sometimes required helping with legal documents, teaching English classes, leading job readiness workshops, and recreational events for refugee families.
- Organized weekly meetings, providing a safe and confidential environment for open conversations.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Disney English
Beijing, China
11.2017 - 02.2019
- With the use of Microsoft Office, delivered high quality and creative lessons, tailored to children's needs, interests and learning goals.
- Responsible for delivering professional development seminars, organizing team building events and presenting informational sessions to parents.
- Outside of the classroom, I managed projects through the Disney VoluntEARS programme, which were dedicated to improving the lives and living conditions of local children and their families. This involved working with communities and building meaningful relationships with relevant stakeholders and organizations.
Education
Master of Science - International Development
University of Edinburgh
11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Creative Writing
University of Northumbria
09.2016
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management and setting priorities
- Knowledge and interest in child and youth issues
- Excellent verbal and written communication
Languages
French
Professional
Timeline
LGBTQIA+ Researcher and Policy Analyst
International Women's Initiative
07.2022 - 06.2023
Women's Group Facilitator
South London Refugee Association
09.2020 - 07.2022
English as a Second Language Teacher
Disney English
11.2017 - 02.2019
Master of Science - International Development
University of Edinburgh
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature And Creative Writing
University of Northumbria