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Twisted Truths

@twistedtruths

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Communications specialist focused on climate action and international development.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration and innovation in climate advocacy.

I am a communications professional with over 7 years of experience in strategic communications, advocacy, and digital marketing, particularly in the realms of climate action and international development. My journey has led me to manage multimedia campaigns and engage with significant stakeholders such as the United Nations and the European Union. Currently, I am pursuing a Master’s degree in Media and Social Change at the University of Sussex, which complements my practical experience and enhances my understanding of the media landscape.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to develop and implement communication strategies that boost public engagement and raise awareness about sustainable development and climate issues. My role as a Fellowship Lead with the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society has allowed me to advocate for environmental sustainability while leading youth-led conservation initiatives. Additionally, my experience with the UN and various NGOs has equipped me with the skills to produce impactful multimedia content and manage large-scale digital campaigns, achieving significant increases in audience engagement and visibility.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Fellowship Lead

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Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Lead youth-led conservation initiatives in British Columbia, advocating for environmental sustainability. Wrote an op-ed on the BC Provincial Election and facilitated debates for MLAs to discuss conservation and climate action.

Stakeholder Engagement Communication Strategy

Communications Consultant

United Nations Youth Advisory Panel

Jan 2021 - Nov 2023 (2 years 10 months)

Managed media and communication efforts during the UN Secretary-General’s visit to Cambodia. Led campaigns on social protection and climate change, enhancing visibility of UN initiatives.

Media Management Social Media Strategy Event Coordination

Communications Consultant

UNDP Business and Human Rights

Jul 2023 - Oct 2023 (3 months)

Developed and managed the website for the Regional Conference. Collaborated on communication strategy and maintained a social media calendar.

Communication Strategy Social Media Management Visual Design

Communications Expert

Ministry of Environment

Apr 2022 - Apr 2023 (1 year)

Led communication strategies to raise awareness on marine plastic pollution. Produced multimedia materials achieving a 200% increase in public awareness.

Marine Pollution Awareness Social Media Management Communication Strategy Public Engagement

Communications Consultant

UNDP Climate and Forest

May 2022 - Oct 2022 (5 months)

Developed multimedia stories showcasing climate action. Crafted human interest stories highlighting forest conservation and climate change effects.

Storytelling Content Development Stakeholder Engagement

Member

COVID-19 Crisis Communications Task Force

May 2020 - Oct 2020 (5 months)

Developed urgent communication materials for public dissemination during the COVID-19 pandemic, contributing to public awareness efforts.

Public Awareness Campaigns

Communications Officer

UN Development Programme (UNDP)

Oct 2018 - Oct 2020 (2 years)

Conducted media monitoring and managed media interactions. Developed media advisories and press releases to enhance UNDP's communication strategies.

Communication Strategy Event Management

Youth Engagement Officer

Habitat for Humanity

Apr 2017 - Apr 2018 (1 year)

Developed a national youth leadership program and organized major events in collaboration with key stakeholders, enhancing youth engagement.

Youth Leadership Stakeholder Engagement Advocacy Program Development

Intern for Communication

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Mar 2017 - Mar 2017 (0 months)

Developed communication materials for outreach and captured multimedia content for case studies on SDGs, enhancing UNDP visibility.

Multimedia Content Social Media Management

Project Assistant

Texas A&M University

Feb 2017 - Apr 2017 (2 months)

Coordinated administrative support for research activities and managed budget allocations for research trips, ensuring efficient execution.

Administrative Support Budget Management Stakeholder Engagement Logistics

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Sussex

Master's Degree, Media and Social Change

2023 -

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Media and Social Change, focusing on communication strategies for advocacy, digital media, and public engagement related to sustainable development and climate issues.