Yosh Perera, MBBS, MPH, MDes

Experience

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  Teaching Hospital, Dr. Champa Jayasundara MD – Consultant Physician

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2009

  Clinical Elective

  • Presented clinical cases upon patient examination to the health care team during rotations • Counselled patients about disease monitoring and health promotion during out-patient clinics • Similar placements: Dr. S. Perera - MBBS, MS, FRCS - Consultant Surgeon, Neurosurgery, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2012Dr. B. Sriyantha Mendis, MD FRCP – Consultant Physician, Int Med, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2008Dr. J. R. A. Perumal MD – Consultant Physician, Family Medicine,Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2006

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  Healthcare setting - Neurology Department

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  Shadowing / Observership

  • Delivered patient care through physical examinations and patient counselling at EMG, ALS and Stroke Clinic settings, resulting in comprehensive disease prevention and health promotion; performed in a Canadian healthcare setting.• Placement under: Dr. Vincenzo S. Basile MD, Neurologist, Toronto, ON, Canada (Fulltime Oct 2012 – Nov 2012), 2011 - 2012

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  Public & Private Events

  Jan 2013 - now

  Lecturer, Speaker, and Knowledge Translator

  2021• Implementing accessible Mental Health Supports for BIPOC, Queer, and Substance Use Communities, E-Poster Discussion, 10th Annual E-Mental Health Conference: Virtual Care in Times of Crisis and Beyond 2020• Building organizational capacity to better service LGBTQ2S+ communities, Webinar, Canadian Public Health Association• Developing a case-based learning tool with equity seeking groups for service providers, Summit 2020, CBRC• Building 2SLGBTQ+ Inclusion among Mental Health Services through collaborative action, CMHA National Conference: Hope in the age of Uncertainty2019• The effect of various models of suburban HIV/AIDS primary prevention interventions on the recruitment of cis and trans gay bi queer men, CMHA National Conference• Leadership & interventions for the prevention of STBBIs & related stigma, Webinar, Canadian Public Health Association• Panelist, Sexual Health, Health Equity Summit 2019, Council of Agencies Serving South Asians• Keynote Speaker, Sexual Health & You, Totally Outright Peel 20192018• Panelist, CSIH MentorNet: Exploring application of module-based curriculum for mentoring students and young professionals in global health, Conference: Public Health 2018 - Montreal, Quebec• Master of Ceremonies, We Belong, International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia2017• Poster Presentation, Engaging Under-Resourced Families through unstructured play, AOHC Conference Show less

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  Pan American Health Organization

  May 2014 - Jul 2014

  Intern, Emergency Operations Center

  • Collaborate in a dynamic environment in order to monitor and compile real time emergency information in the form of information products; reports, situational reports and presentations.• Created and innovated already existent information products and platforms at PAHO such as hazard maps by incorporating GIS information.• Played an active role in formulating an educational component for an innovative information sharing platform. • Created, implemented and qualitatively evaluated a simulation on “Heavy Metal Contamination of Water” at the Emergency Operations Center. Show less

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  Plan Canada

  Nov 2014 - Jun 2015

  Fundraiser

  • Used social marketing techniques to advocate for marginalized global populations and collect sponsorships for Plan Canada activities; by utilizing plain language messaging appropriate for the specific audiences.

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  Western University

  Nov 2014 - Feb 2015

  Public Health Case Writer, Interfaculty Master of Public Health Program

  • Collaborated with public health professionals in order to co-author a public health teaching case.• Interviewed individuals in order to effectively reflect their perspectives on issues regarding their health and healthcare services accessible to them. • Reviewed literature in order to produce an effective teaching tool.• Authored cases pertaining to courses in Health Communications, Health Policy and Health Economics.

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  The Personal & Professional Pursuit of Excellence 2015 Symposium

  Jan 2015 - Apr 2016

  Project Coordinator

  - Collaboratively led a team in implementing a project/event for professionals in career transition; multiple workshops on personal and professional development were included in the curriculum.- Created marketing material for the project while implementing an engaging social media strategy.

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  Brampton Toastmasters

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2019

  - As the club's chief executive officer, I am responsible for fulfilling the mission of this club while establishing the 2017-2018 collective vision. - Presides over club meetings, club executive committee meetings, appoints all committees, and has general supervision of the operation of this club. - Serves as one of this club’s representatives on the area and district councils.- Facilitates the approval/disapproval of club business/ideas and plans proposed by the club membership, area and district councils which may affect this club or its individual members.- Mentors executives and members in order to facilitate S.M.A.R.T.E.R. professional and personal growth and subsequent achievement of goals. Show less - Planned, implemented and evaluated an education program which met the needs of 55+ participants/members. - Helped deliver 16+ awards for the year 2016 - 2017 while collaboratively delivering an effective mentorship program. - Introduced variety to the education program by implementing over 12+ dynamic and interactive sessions to the regular operational meetings. These included but were not limited to debates, group presentations, contests, panel discussions etc. - Chaired the education committee and serves as one of this club’s representatives on the area and district councils.- Introduced a variety of evaluation strategies to the regular meeting framework; Leadership evaluations, specialized evaluations, Table Topic Evaluations, Round Robin Evaluations etc. Show less • Awarded the 2016 Publicist of the Year Award, District 86 Toastmasters• Led a public relations committee to produce content/resources; presentations, newsletters, flyers, social media posts etc. • Assisted weekly meeting setup/logistics and organizes special events such as Open Houses, Club Health Day, Halloween Night etc.• Updates and maintains website and social media platforms (Facebook, Eventbrite, Blog, Meetup), mailing lists etc. • Notifies local media outlets and partners of upcoming events through press releases etc. Show less

  • Leadership Coach/Immediate Past President

    Jul 2018 - Jun 2019

  • Club President

    Jul 2017 - Jun 2018

  • Vice President of Education

    Jul 2016 - Jun 2017

  • Vice President of Public Relations

    Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
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  World Federation of Public Health Associations in Partnership with the Aetna Foundation

  Sept 2015 - Feb 2016

  Research Associate

  • Coordinated scheduling and completed associated administrative tasks to collect data in an ethical manner while fostering stakeholder investment within the project.• Created and implemented a questionnaire among public health associations in order to collect qualitative data and co-author an article on the impact of digital technology on health equity gains.

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  Canadian Alliance for Regional Risk Factor Surveillance

  Oct 2015 - Jan 2018

  January Innovation Summit Steering Committee Member

  • Led various social media activities to support the awareness of the organization; created various organizational profiles, groups etc.• Supported in the planning and organization of events for virtual and in person meetings; took and drafted meeting minutes.

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  VisitDoctor.ca Inc.

  Nov 2015 - Nov 2016

  Freelance Blogger

  - Created consumable content on public health and healthcare challenges faced by communities and individuals. - Content was both effective and informative; specific content and strategies shared in the posts including digital media (audio, video, info-graphics etc).

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  Canadian Society for International Health

  Dec 2015 - Jun 2020

  Responsible for providing the directives to the steering committee team, ensuring program activities are completed on time and within budget. Duties include: 1. Strategic planning for the program year2. Liaising with the CSIH Board of Directors and maintaining a strong working relationship with CSIH management3. Leading the team through the recruitment, screening, and matching of potential mentees and mentors4. Managing and resolving pair issues5. Providing direction to the team regarding additional project’s (communications materials, results based management tools etc)6. Overseeing the program’s involvement in conferences and events (coordinating the abstract submission process, funding, participation etc)7. Developing relationships with other Canadian global health and mentorship organizations Show less - Supports the applicant analysis process and subsequent matching of student young professionals to global health mentors. - Co-leads various projects within the program's portfolio.- Facilitates mentor-mentee pairs through the year; empowering their discussions with educational modules, troubleshooting potential issues and providing a framework for a sustainable engagement process among participants. Abstract Submissions & Presentations;- CSIH MentorNet: Exploring application of module-based curriculum for mentoring students and young professionals in global health, Conference: PEGASUS: Just Relationships, Sustainable Partnerships 2016 - Toronto, ON- - CSIH MentorNet: Exploring application of module-based curriculum for mentoring students and young professionals in global health, CUGH 2016, San Francisco, USA Show less

  • Co Director, MentorNet Program

    Nov 2017 - Jun 2020

  • Program Liaison Officer, MentorNet Program

    Dec 2015 - Jan 2018
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  WellFort CHS

  Feb 2016 - Feb 2018

  Community Health Educator

  Community outreach and marketing Programming planning, implementation and evaluation with a focus on Health Education Program evaluation; focus groups, questionnaires Social Media: content creation, content search & scheduling Administration; client intake and support

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  The Regional Diversity Roundtable

  Sept 2017 - Apr 2018

  Community Ambassador
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  Moyo Health & Community Services

  Feb 2018 - Sept 2021

  Manager, Health Promotion & Prevention Programs

  Program Management, Monitoring and Evaluation - Manage the development and delivery of 2SLGBTQ+ Programs according to community needs, funding contracts, and best practice interventions- Work with staff to develop annual team and/or individual work plans- Develop methodologies for baseline and endline surveys, assessments and evaluations drawing on a range of qualitative and quantitative approaches- Develop monitoring and evaluation tools, including surveys, quality checklists, interview and discussion guides and others- Provide support in the implementation of monitoring tools/processes including the use of data collection methods for both qualitative and quantitative data- Initiate new program development using a community development model- Provide program reports to the Executive Director as requiredHuman Resource Management- Manage all related staffing and development processes including conducting hiring processes, assigning work responsibilities, providing orientation, training and ongoing coaching, support, and performance evaluation- Provide supervision and support to staff on a regular basis in accordance with PHAN’s policies and proceduresOrganizational Strengthening and Development- Participate in Management discussions aimed at strengthening PHAN’s programs and services- Participate in grant writing and fundraising opportunities- Participate in the development and implementation of agency quality assurance and risk management processes, as they relate to community programs- Develop and manage relationships with various institutions, agency and community partners to further enhance and develop the Community Health Programming areaFinance and Administration- Ensure program budgets are prepared (annually) and keep within the parameters set by Executive Director- Ensure program monitoring is completed, including tracking data, statistical analysis of data submission to funding partners as required Show less

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  Peel HIV/AIDS Network

  May 2018 - Jun 2018

  Interim Executive Director Support
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  Vision Brampton

  May 2019 - Mar 2020

  Community Outreach Coordinator
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  The Regional Diversity Roundtable

  May 2019 - Sept 2019

  Member, Curriculum Advisory Committee

  The CAC is tasked with advising and informing the Community Leadership Program (CLP) Team in refining and re-designing the curriculum of the CLP 2.0 program, based on the following resources and inputs:1. The original curriculum and programming of RDR’s first Community Engagement LeadershipInitiative (CELI) pilot, including 8 one day-long sessions and a Community Project component;2. Feedback and recommendations from the original CELI pilot program’s external evaluationreport produced by Eco-Ethonomics Inc. in 2017-2018 (full report to be provided to allcommittee members);3. Any feedback and inputs or research (relating to pedagogical methods, leadership programmingand capacity-building) shared by committee members during the course of the CAC’s work. Show less

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  Self-employed

  Nov 2019 - Jul 2021

  Consultant, Public Health and Communications

  Support agencies with internal and external communications, capacity building and fundraising activities with a focus on grant writing

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  Public Health Agency of Canada | Agence de la santé publique du Canada

  Sept 2021 - Sept 2022

  Program Consultant
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  Health Canada | Santé Canada

  Oct 2022 - now

  Senior Program Officer