Ishita Khosla
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Compassionate community inclusion specialist with background in developing and implementing programs that serve diverse populations. Skilled in crisis intervention, case management, and program development to address various social issues. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with community members and stakeholders leading to enhanced support networks and improved outcomes for clients. Have made significant contributions to team efforts through innovative problem-solving and commitment to continuous improvement in service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Connector
Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion
Vancouver, British Columbia
09.2020 - Current
- Provided coaching and skill-building training to individuals from various equity-seeking groups.
- Led a company-wide Intersectionality Club for staff and hosted educational sessions for stakeholders on various aspects like race, gender identity, sexual orientation.
- Developed educational materials about community engagement and disability awareness for both staff and stakeholders.
- Implemented comprehensive plans catering to the needs of marginalized and immigrant communities.
- Worked collaboratively with other service providers and organizations to coordinate services for clients.
Board Member
Check Your Head
Vancouver, British Columbia
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Served as a board member at large for a youth-led advocacy organization, providing social justice training at high schools across the Lower Mainland.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and internal communications.
- Participated in the development and expansion of programs and services, ensuring alignment with organizational mission.
Team Lead
Oxfam Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Raised awareness and attracted donors through marketing campaigns aimed at poverty reduction, gender equality, and humanitarian aid.
- Developed new approaches to engage donors, and increase funding.
- Developed materials addressing current issues affecting vulnerable populations, grounded in thorough research.
- Created training materials and conducted group training sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC05-2021
Skills
- Service coordination
- Informational material development
- Community relations management
- Advocacy initiatives
- Team Training
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention
- Mental Health First Aid
- QPR Suicide Prevention Training
- First Aid/CPR
Affiliations
- Caucus Member for BIPOC Workers at the BCGEU Convention 2024
- Volunteer Coordinator at SIXPO Festival 2023
- Youth Cohort member at Still Moon Arts Society 2023
Languages
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
ASL
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Community Connector
Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion
09.2020 - Current
Board Member
Check Your Head
09.2019 - 09.2022
Team Lead
Oxfam Canada
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention
- Mental Health First Aid
- QPR Suicide Prevention Training
- First Aid/CPR
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of British Columbia
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