Mishika K.
Project Coordinator at Health Commons Solutions Lab- Claim this Profile
Click to upgrade to our gold package
for the full feature experience.
Topline Score
Bio
Roeshawn Davidson
Mishika was a Youth Challenge International (YCI) volunteer participant in the Innovate MY Future Program for a period of 8 months in July 2021 - February 2022, completing 131 volunteer hours. YCI is a leading global youth development organization that also works in Canada on intersections of climate change and youth livelihoods. Mishika’s participation on a volunteer project with YCI is a significant accomplishment that shows her dedication, hard work, and commitment to youth development. Partnered with the City of Vaughan, Mishika and a team of youth called Urban Growers, worked on a project to take action on local climate issues to make a real difference in their community. In response to the isolating effects of Covid-19 on the senior population, Urban Growers launched a campaign encouraging community building through gardening food and pollinator-friendly plants, and distributing seeds to Vaughan residents, particularly seniors, in hopes to alleviate isolation and enhance mental and physical health for this population. Throughout the project, Mishika’s team worked in challenging environments with minimal supervision where they took on a high level of responsibility. Mishika’s placement included: 1. An intensive design-thinking and systems-thinking phase to guide her through the process of framing a problem with climate change and developing, testing, and iterating upon a solution 2. Applying for a grant application to fund and enhance their project 3. Ongoing coaching and consultation sessions with YCI 4. Developing and implementing a tangible project with sustainable impact in the city of Vaughan During Mishika’s role as her team’s Consultation Lead, she exhibited strong problem-solving, time management, and communication skills, which were critical for the progress of the project. Mishika’s responsibilities included: • Acting as the key liaison between the team and the public • Coordinating outreach & stakeholder relations on behalf of the Team with project stakeholders, community members and the general public, including coordinating the planning for the Team’s consultation Mishika is a hardworking individual who works efficiently and is able to work well both independently and in a team. Mishika proved to be a great asset as a volunteer with Youth Challenge International and made an important contribution to global youth development.
Roeshawn Davidson
Mishika was a Youth Challenge International (YCI) volunteer participant in the Innovate MY Future Program for a period of 8 months in July 2021 - February 2022, completing 131 volunteer hours. YCI is a leading global youth development organization that also works in Canada on intersections of climate change and youth livelihoods. Mishika’s participation on a volunteer project with YCI is a significant accomplishment that shows her dedication, hard work, and commitment to youth development. Partnered with the City of Vaughan, Mishika and a team of youth called Urban Growers, worked on a project to take action on local climate issues to make a real difference in their community. In response to the isolating effects of Covid-19 on the senior population, Urban Growers launched a campaign encouraging community building through gardening food and pollinator-friendly plants, and distributing seeds to Vaughan residents, particularly seniors, in hopes to alleviate isolation and enhance mental and physical health for this population. Throughout the project, Mishika’s team worked in challenging environments with minimal supervision where they took on a high level of responsibility. Mishika’s placement included: 1. An intensive design-thinking and systems-thinking phase to guide her through the process of framing a problem with climate change and developing, testing, and iterating upon a solution 2. Applying for a grant application to fund and enhance their project 3. Ongoing coaching and consultation sessions with YCI 4. Developing and implementing a tangible project with sustainable impact in the city of Vaughan During Mishika’s role as her team’s Consultation Lead, she exhibited strong problem-solving, time management, and communication skills, which were critical for the progress of the project. Mishika’s responsibilities included: • Acting as the key liaison between the team and the public • Coordinating outreach & stakeholder relations on behalf of the Team with project stakeholders, community members and the general public, including coordinating the planning for the Team’s consultation Mishika is a hardworking individual who works efficiently and is able to work well both independently and in a team. Mishika proved to be a great asset as a volunteer with Youth Challenge International and made an important contribution to global youth development.
Roeshawn Davidson
Mishika was a Youth Challenge International (YCI) volunteer participant in the Innovate MY Future Program for a period of 8 months in July 2021 - February 2022, completing 131 volunteer hours. YCI is a leading global youth development organization that also works in Canada on intersections of climate change and youth livelihoods. Mishika’s participation on a volunteer project with YCI is a significant accomplishment that shows her dedication, hard work, and commitment to youth development. Partnered with the City of Vaughan, Mishika and a team of youth called Urban Growers, worked on a project to take action on local climate issues to make a real difference in their community. In response to the isolating effects of Covid-19 on the senior population, Urban Growers launched a campaign encouraging community building through gardening food and pollinator-friendly plants, and distributing seeds to Vaughan residents, particularly seniors, in hopes to alleviate isolation and enhance mental and physical health for this population. Throughout the project, Mishika’s team worked in challenging environments with minimal supervision where they took on a high level of responsibility. Mishika’s placement included: 1. An intensive design-thinking and systems-thinking phase to guide her through the process of framing a problem with climate change and developing, testing, and iterating upon a solution 2. Applying for a grant application to fund and enhance their project 3. Ongoing coaching and consultation sessions with YCI 4. Developing and implementing a tangible project with sustainable impact in the city of Vaughan During Mishika’s role as her team’s Consultation Lead, she exhibited strong problem-solving, time management, and communication skills, which were critical for the progress of the project. Mishika’s responsibilities included: • Acting as the key liaison between the team and the public • Coordinating outreach & stakeholder relations on behalf of the Team with project stakeholders, community members and the general public, including coordinating the planning for the Team’s consultation Mishika is a hardworking individual who works efficiently and is able to work well both independently and in a team. Mishika proved to be a great asset as a volunteer with Youth Challenge International and made an important contribution to global youth development.
Roeshawn Davidson
Mishika was a Youth Challenge International (YCI) volunteer participant in the Innovate MY Future Program for a period of 8 months in July 2021 - February 2022, completing 131 volunteer hours. YCI is a leading global youth development organization that also works in Canada on intersections of climate change and youth livelihoods. Mishika’s participation on a volunteer project with YCI is a significant accomplishment that shows her dedication, hard work, and commitment to youth development. Partnered with the City of Vaughan, Mishika and a team of youth called Urban Growers, worked on a project to take action on local climate issues to make a real difference in their community. In response to the isolating effects of Covid-19 on the senior population, Urban Growers launched a campaign encouraging community building through gardening food and pollinator-friendly plants, and distributing seeds to Vaughan residents, particularly seniors, in hopes to alleviate isolation and enhance mental and physical health for this population. Throughout the project, Mishika’s team worked in challenging environments with minimal supervision where they took on a high level of responsibility. Mishika’s placement included: 1. An intensive design-thinking and systems-thinking phase to guide her through the process of framing a problem with climate change and developing, testing, and iterating upon a solution 2. Applying for a grant application to fund and enhance their project 3. Ongoing coaching and consultation sessions with YCI 4. Developing and implementing a tangible project with sustainable impact in the city of Vaughan During Mishika’s role as her team’s Consultation Lead, she exhibited strong problem-solving, time management, and communication skills, which were critical for the progress of the project. Mishika’s responsibilities included: • Acting as the key liaison between the team and the public • Coordinating outreach & stakeholder relations on behalf of the Team with project stakeholders, community members and the general public, including coordinating the planning for the Team’s consultation Mishika is a hardworking individual who works efficiently and is able to work well both independently and in a team. Mishika proved to be a great asset as a volunteer with Youth Challenge International and made an important contribution to global youth development.
Experience
-
Health Commons Solutions Lab
-
Canada
-
Hospitals and Health Care
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Project Coordinator
-
Jan 2023 - Present
-
-
-
Students' Association of Geographic Analysis
-
Canada
-
IT Services and IT Consulting
-
Co-President, Internal
-
May 2022 - Present
-
-
Vice-President, Finance
-
May 2021 - May 2022
-
-
First-Year Representative
-
Aug 2020 - May 2021
-
-
-
Diversity Institute
-
Canada
-
Research Services
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Project Associate
-
Sep 2022 - Apr 2023
Provide research and program support to facilitate the WE-Hub (Women's Entrepreneurship Hub) and NEH (Newcomer Entrepreneurship Hub) programs that support low-income women and newcomers who want to start their own businesses Provided online support for 40 participants through the 5-week programming sessions by trouble shooting, assisting with inquires and offering technical support Worked closely with project teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery within defined scope, timelines, and budget
-
-
-
Frayme
-
Canada
-
Non-profit Organizations
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Knowledge Mobilization Fellowship
-
Sep 2022 - Mar 2023
-
-
-
Career, Co-op & Student Success Centre at Toronto Metropolitan University
-
Canada
-
Higher Education
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Co-op Program Assistant
-
May 2022 - Aug 2022
Assisted with the management of the Architectural Science and Chemical Engineering department co-op program databases and systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness of student and employer information Assisted in the planning and execution of co-op program events, including orientation sessions, employer fairs, and information sessions Communicated regularly with co-op program stakeholders, including students, employers, and faculty members, to ensure program success. Assisted with the management of the Architectural Science and Chemical Engineering department co-op program databases and systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness of student and employer information Assisted in the planning and execution of co-op program events, including orientation sessions, employer fairs, and information sessions Communicated regularly with co-op program stakeholders, including students, employers, and faculty members, to ensure program success.
-
-
-
Back in Balance Clinic (Chiropractic)
-
Canada
-
Health, Wellness & Fitness
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Receptionist
-
Jul 2021 - May 2022
Provided administrative support to the clinic, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing and invoicing Assisted in the coordination of patient care, including scheduling appointments with other healthcare providers, and following up on patient care plans to maintain effective working relationships with patients, colleagues, and external stakeholders Provided administrative support to the clinic, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing and invoicing Assisted in the coordination of patient care, including scheduling appointments with other healthcare providers, and following up on patient care plans to maintain effective working relationships with patients, colleagues, and external stakeholders
-
-
-
paperminds
-
Canada
-
Technology, Information and Internet
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Research Assistant
-
Feb 2022 - Apr 2022
Researched agencies and non-profit organizations as prospective digital health platform partners to help people with musculoskeletal pain find the best solution. Utilized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and associated software to produce, display, and analyze geographic information. Researched agencies and non-profit organizations as prospective digital health platform partners to help people with musculoskeletal pain find the best solution. Utilized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and associated software to produce, display, and analyze geographic information.
-
-
-
Project Neutral
-
United States
-
Non-profit Organizations
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Community Engagement Intern
-
Nov 2021 - Feb 2022
Assisted in the milestone of measuring over 10,000 household carbon footprints which represents 28,000 individuals leading to a 65% increase in awareness regarding carbon pollution issues Created social media posters for various Project Neutrals pilot projects; Talk Climate to Me (TCTM) and Kids Cutting Carbon (KCC) and platforms Assisted in the milestone of measuring over 10,000 household carbon footprints which represents 28,000 individuals leading to a 65% increase in awareness regarding carbon pollution issues Created social media posters for various Project Neutrals pilot projects; Talk Climate to Me (TCTM) and Kids Cutting Carbon (KCC) and platforms
-
-
-
CORE Architects
-
Canada
-
Architecture and Planning
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Summer Student
-
Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
Gained experience with a range of design software and tools, such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite Contributed to the development of a positive and collaborative team culture, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills in building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders Participated in professional development opportunities offered by the firm, such as lunch-and-learn sessions and mentorship programs, to support ongoing learning and growth Gained experience with a range of design software and tools, such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite Contributed to the development of a positive and collaborative team culture, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills in building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders Participated in professional development opportunities offered by the firm, such as lunch-and-learn sessions and mentorship programs, to support ongoing learning and growth
-
-
-
Fred Victor
-
Canada
-
Non-profit Organizations
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Community Market Assistant
-
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
Assisted with weekly community events by setting up and organizing vendor and volunteer details; developed community activity events and schedules resulting in the high success of 8 Taste of Regent Park events Followed up with 30 speakers, facilitators, clients and caterers weekly to ensure customer satisfaction and aid in a better-quality performance the following week Performed all aspects of volunteer management, including recruiting, orientation, scheduling, relationship building and problem-solving for over 35 volunteers
-
-
Education
-
2020 - 2024
Toronto Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Arts - Geographic Analysis (Honours), Geographic Information Science and Cartography -
Juno College of Technology
Data Analytics
Community
