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Shamita Kumar

Shamita Kumar

Human Resources Administrator

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  • About me

    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Program Manager l Facilitator l Counsellor

  • Education

    • McMaster University

      2015 - 2019
      Bachelor of Science - BS Honours Life Sciences, Psychology

    • George Brown College

      2020 - 2022
      Advanced Diploma Assaulted Women's and Children's Counselling and Advocacy

      1. Apply a feminist and anti-oppressive analysis in all areas of work.2. Provide ongoing anti-oppressive and supportive counselling.3. Provide individual advocacy and political advocacy services4. Cope with high-stress work demands 5. Develop and deliver prevention program and develop equity plans and programs6. Utilize the media and organize community response to equity, diversity and inclusion.7. Become familiar with pertinent legislation and understand the process of… Show more 1. Apply a feminist and anti-oppressive analysis in all areas of work.2. Provide ongoing anti-oppressive and supportive counselling.3. Provide individual advocacy and political advocacy services4. Cope with high-stress work demands 5. Develop and deliver prevention program and develop equity plans and programs6. Utilize the media and organize community response to equity, diversity and inclusion.7. Become familiar with pertinent legislation and understand the process of formulating social policy. Show less

  • Experience

    • OSL Retail Services

      Jan 2019 - Jan 2019
      Human Resources Administrator

    • Office of Sexual Violence and Support & Education: Consent Comes First

      Sept 2021 - Mar 2022
      Counsellor/Facilitator

      - Programming and facilitation regarding Gender-Based Violence- One-on-one/ group client support and counselling - Researched, planned and prepared educational resources and training material - Lead workshops and training to clients and external organizations - Executed and hosted various symposiums, events, and advocacy

    • Empowered Equity Diversity & Inclusion Consulting

      Mar 2022 - Nov 2023
      Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Specialist

    • Zurich Canada

      Nov 2023 - now
      Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Program Manager

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Mental Health and Addictions Certificate

      Ryerson University

    • Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace

      George Brown College

    • TEFL

      Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto
      Oct 2018

    • Bilingual - French as a Second Language

      Toronto Catholic District School Board
      Jun 2015

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Gifted Debate Competition Judge

      Issued by Toronto Catholic District School Board on Apr 2013
      Toronto Catholic District School BoardAssociated with Shamita Kumar

    • Team Lead

      Issued by Trek for Teens Foundation on Jan 2015
      Trek for Teens FoundationAssociated with Shamita Kumar