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Lourine Rissle

Vancouver,British Columbia

Summary

Student advocate with over five years of experience in social media and content creation. Skilled in peer support and human rights advocacy, with a strong focus on inclusivity and accessibility. Proven ability to facilitate workshops for diverse groups, both virtually and in-person, while delivering creative multimedia production.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Media Manager & Administrative Assistant

Graced Counselling
Vancouver, BC
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Established and managed social media accounts across various platforms.
  • Designed website utilizing WordPress for enhanced user experience.
  • Handled email inbox and coordinated appointments through Jane App.

Social Media Manager & Branch President

Climatestrike Switzerland
Teufen, Switzerland
05.2020 - 09.2024
  • Organized meetings, workshops, and events for local and national Climate Strike initiatives.
  • Managed multiple social media accounts to enhance online presence.
  • Scheduled content and assigned roles to content creators for efficient workflow.
  • Developed and curated engaging content tailored for social media platforms.

Student EDI Representative

Queen Mary University of London
London , United Kingdom
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Reshaped Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion guidelines in collaboration with university administration.
  • Developed documents to streamline academic accommodation processes.
  • Conducted educational workshops on inclusive classroom practices for staff.

Workshop Facilitator & Assistant

Brainstore
Bienne, Switzerland
04.2019 - 05.2024
  • Organized and managed in-person and remote workshops for large groups and high-profile clients.
  • Executed administrative tasks while developing innovative solutions.
  • Communicated effectively with diverse customers and organizations of varying sizes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
05-2027

International Baccalaureate - Higher Level Visual Art, History, Biology, English

Pearson College UWC
Victoria, BC
05.2023

Skills

  • Social media management and advertising
  • Website design
  • Event coordination
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Excellent multitasking
  • Time management
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Digital design
  • Student support
  • Team collaboration
  • Equity advocacy

Volunteer Experience

  • Peer Supporter, Pearson College UWC, 2021-2023

Supported Students with mental health concerns, providing guidance and connecting them to resources, Trained in counselling methods, SAFE Suicide first aid and Naloxone Administration

  • Advocate, UBC Disability United Collective , 2024 - present

Advocating for student disability rights on UBC Campus, leading the DUC Advocacy committee 

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited

Affiliations

  • Small business owner, creating sustainable medical accessories for individuals with feeding tubes
  • United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Junior Ambassador
  • Youth Democracy delegate to the Council of Europe

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Social Media Manager & Administrative Assistant

Graced Counselling
05.2025 - 08.2025

Student EDI Representative

Queen Mary University of London
09.2023 - 09.2024

Social Media Manager & Branch President

Climatestrike Switzerland
05.2020 - 09.2024

Workshop Facilitator & Assistant

Brainstore
04.2019 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

University of British Columbia

International Baccalaureate - Higher Level Visual Art, History, Biology, English

Pearson College UWC
Lourine Rissle