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Valentina Ortega Cantero

@valentinaortegacante

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Creative professional passionate about advocacy, arts, and social change.

Colombia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters creativity and allows me to advocate for social change.

I am a dedicated and creative professional with a strong passion for advocacy, animals, peace activism, performing arts, and music. My journey has been marked by a commitment to learning and personal growth, as I continuously seek to enhance my skills and knowledge in various fields. I have been recognized for my academic excellence, graduating with honors in Psychology and earning multiple awards for my contributions to research and community initiatives.

Throughout my career, I have taken on leadership roles, such as the Founder and Executive Director of NowhereMates, where I focus on promoting mental health awareness and support. My experience as the Global Head of Partnership Project Management at ClimateScience has equipped me with valuable project management skills, while my role as a Co-host at AllAboutTheAnimalsRadio reflects my dedication to animal advocacy. I am passionate about using my skills to make a positive impact in society and contribute to meaningful change.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Founder and Executive Director

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NowhereMates

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Founded and directed NowhereMates, focusing on advocacy and community engagement. Developed strategic initiatives to promote social causes and foster collaboration among diverse groups.

Leadership Advocacy Project Management Community Engagement Strategic Planning

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Global Head of Partnership Project Management

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ClimateScience

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Managed global partnerships for ClimateScience, coordinating projects aimed at promoting climate awareness and sustainability initiatives.

Project Management Partnership Development Communication Team Coordination

Head of Content

PoetryForPlanet

Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 (1 month)

Led content creation for PoetryForPlanet, developing materials that promote environmental awareness through poetry and creative expression.

Content Creation Creative Writing Communication Project Management

National Partnerships Coordinator

World Youth Alliance

Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 (1 month)

Coordinated national partnerships for World Youth Alliance, focusing on outreach and marketing strategies to engage youth in advocacy efforts.

Marketing Outreach Communication

Trainer

Cooperative University of Colombia

Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 (1 month)

Provided training in clinical psychology, focusing on developing skills in students and promoting mental health awareness.

Training Communication Curriculum Development

Co-host

All About The Animals Radio

Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 (1 month)

Co-hosted a radio program focused on animal advocacy, raising awareness about animal rights and welfare issues.

Public Speaking Communication Community Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

International University of Valencia

Master’s Degree, Social and Cultural Communication

2024 - 2025

Pursuing a Master's Degree in Social and Cultural Communication, focusing on the influence of media in society.

Cooperative University of Colombia

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

2018 - 2024

Grade: Best GPA

Activities and societies: Participated in regional contests and received awards in mathematics and English spelling.

Graduated with honors in Psychology, achieving the Best GPA of all academic programs at the university. Participated in various competitions and received multiple awards for academic excellence.