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About Me

I am a passionate professional, who has developed a strong interest for international, regional and national societal issues. With 3 years of overseas experience and exposure to international and governmental programming, I’ve developed phenomenal research, writing, organizational and analytical skills, which are further complimented by my interest and experience with journalism and foreign languages. Nevertheless, I am happiest while working as a part of a team and with the public.

For more, check out my blog : http://julie281182.wordpress.com/

Work History

  • Impact First International
  • Volunteer Consultant
  • June 2010 to Present
  • •Conducting research on microfinance projects in target countries
    •Assisting community outreach activities
    •Contributing to the event management; including “Women’s Voices in Entrepreneurship”

  • The Mark News (www.themarknews.com)
  • Communications Assistant
  • September 2009 to Febuary 2010
  • •Research potential contributors and conducting daily Outreach & PR activities
    ••Utilized Social Networking tools to generate awareness and publicity
    •Worked with Editors to elaborate topic pages

  • International Organization for Migration
  • Intern
  • October 2008 to April 2009
  • •Conducted research, translation, proofreading tasks
    •Wrote reports on conference/meeting events, a Speech on Female Migration, Correspondence
    •Contributed to the successful organization of an international conference, highlighting Human Trafficking Data Collection Standards
    •Wrote 3 project proposals focusing on; capacity building initiatives regarding human rights and gender issues, Integration efforts in the EU, and migration management

  • Canadian Delegation to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)
  • Intern
  • Febuary 2008 to June 2008
  • •Focused on the Human Dimension activities; Human Rights, Women and Children’s Rights, Freedom of the Media, National Minorities, Human Trafficking and Election Monitoring
    •Wrote weekly detailed reports on the business conducted at Permanent Council for review in Ottawa, Canada
    •Conducted research on a variety of topics including; Election Modalities and Treaty Structures of International Organizations

  • United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC): Terrorism Prevention Branch
  • Intern
  • October 2007 to January 2008
  • •Collected and analyzed information regarding the structure and nature of terrorism in several countries
    •Undertook legal research, updated ratification status and technical information on the universal instruments against terrorism
    •Assisted in the preparation of 2 publications: “2008 Legislative Guide” (to be published 2008) and “The Thematic Programme on Terrorism Prevention”
    •Provided substantive research and prepared several papers, presentations and reports covering a range of counter-terrorism related topics

  • Millennium Research Group
  • Medical Researcher
  • June 2006 to August 2006
  • •Data collection from physicians across the US
    •Analysis and Maintenance of sensitive data

  • Trier University
  • Research Assistant
  • March 2006 to April 2006
  • •Conducted research concerning EU Policy on Immigration
    •Read, analyzed, qualified German language articles and texts

  • US Commercial Service in Canada: US Consulate
  • Intern
  • September 2004 to December 2004
  • •Drafted surveys and conducted research
    •Conducted interviews with representatives from; manufacturing, distributing and retail firms
    •Prepared market research report

  • Center for International Relations (http://www.ia-forum.org)
  • Research Assistant
  • May 2004 to September 2005
  • •Researched and published information for the Center’s website
    •Maintained updates for the website on a regular basis

  • Tarbert Hotel & Gabbie’s Restaurant
  • Waitress / Bartender
  • May 2003 to October 2003
  • •Developed strong customer service skills while learning about the Hospitality Industry

  • Royal Victoria Hospital
  • Office Assistant
  • September 2002 to April 2003
  • •Demonstrated strong organization skills

  • Georgina Leisure Pool & Aquadome Aquatics
  • Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
  • January 1999 to September 2001
  • •Demonstrated teamwork skills in ensuring the safety of the patrons
    •Designed and lead swim classes and instruction for students of all ages

Education

  • University of Vienna
  • Master of Advanced International Studies, International Relations, History, Law, Economics
  • 2006 - 2008
  • Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg
  • Certificate - Heidelberg, Germany, German Language Intensive Course
  • 2005 - 2006
  • McGill University
  • Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, History
  • 2001 - 2005
  • Toronto District School Board
  • French Summer Study Abroad - Leysin, Switzerland
  • 2000 - 2000
Interests
Swimming, nutrition, hiking, photography, sustainable living, international development, animals, cooking, the arts, writing, reading, music,
Goals
  1. To find a career that reflects who I am
  2. To contribute to international cooperation
  3. To learn a new language
  4. To meet new people and learn from them
  5. To lose those pesky 10lbs that won't go away!
Favorite Quote
"Choose a job you love and you'll never have to work a day in your life." - Einstein
Specialties
human rights, security, women’s issues, environmental issues and migration.

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Stacey Laskin
Matthew Hurst
Jessa Chupik
Ryan Paugh
JR Moreau
Scott Asai
Laura Johnston
Annabel Candy
Rebecca Thorman
Alli Gerkman

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Rebecca Thorman
Sarah Hartley
Shane Gibson
Claire Veuthey
Beth Oppenheim-Chan
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Karen Au
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