Maya Friesen

Compassionate and dedicated professional with a strong foundation in Sociology and Psychology, seeking to pursue a master’s in social work. I specialize in trauma informed, culturally appropriate care, with hands-on experience managing teams, advocating for marginalized populations, and navigating complex social systems. I am committed to advancing my knowledge of social structures to enhance advocacy for vulnerable communities. With experience in crisis intervention, community outreach, and leadership, I aim to contribute meaningfully to social work practice and promote social justice.

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training (NVCI)
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Critical Incident Group Debriefing Training
• Naloxone training
• Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification

• Clothing and Hygiene Volunteer, Our Place Society, 04/01/22, 06/30/22, 01/01/23, 04/30/23, Created a safe and supportive environment for unhoused individuals to access essential services, Assisted service users in accessing clothing and hygiene products, Managed donated clothing inventories and maintained cleanliness in facilities
• Capacity Café Youth Participant, SACY, 01/01/16, 12/31/19, Led substance use prevention initiatives focused on harm reduction in high schools, Facilitated discussion groups on mental health and substance use with parents and students