Raised in a Japanese-speaking family in the Rocky Mountains of Canada, I am passionate about the natural environment, international development, and different cultures and languages. I currently study Environmental Science and Global Development Studies at Queen’s University focusing on my undergraduate thesis on “Sustainability Opportunities and Challenges for Agriculture in South-East Ontario” with Dr. Marcus Taylor. Previously, I have studied one-semester abroad at Arizona State University (ASU) as Killam Fellow and interned at Environment & Climate Change Canada as Environmental Program Officer. I was honoured to be invited to the Undergraduate Awards Global Summit 2017 in Dublin, Ireland, where I presented my paper, “Unregistered Syrian Climate Refugees in Jarrahieh Camp in Bekaa, Lebanon” a hypothetical anthropological research proposal that examined how to facilitate smoother adaptation and resettlement for Syrian climate refugees who escaped to Lebanon after the 2011 civil war, driven by drought in 2006.
I am a dedicated “people’s” person, natural team leader, and well-rounded student. Having traveled in various countries and experienced working in academic research, non-profit organizations, tourism, sports, and federal sector, I deeply enjoy interacting with people of different ages, skills, backgrounds and nationalities, and keeping an open mind and appreciation for diverse qualities and abilities. Most recently, I interned at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Kosovo as Communications Intern with prospects of pursuing higher education and working abroad to further my understanding for humanitarian issues in our world.
In addition to my academic life, I find myself fascinated by being outdoors in any weather, staying physically active through figure skating, karate, yoga and mountain biking, playing my flute, learning new languages, writing about my reflections, and traveling with purpose.
Join us on March 24th 2021 at 7:00 PM for an exciting Zoom presentation by Bob Sandford on the topic of Protecting the Environment which is Rotary International's seventh area of service.
Registration is now open. You can follow the attached link
Only 6 weeks to go before we gather for our annual district conference on Saturday, May 01, 2021. I am happy to announce that registrations is now open. Together as the family of Rotary this is our opportunity to engage with Rotary youth, to reconnect with Rotarians across our District and to share how we are all Navigating a New World.
This year's event promises to be an engaging, vibrant gathering of all ages. We have an amazing line up of speakers providing stimulating and thought provoking talks with an opportunity for you to interact with the speakers and fellow Rotarians at the round table discussions. Throughout the day's sessions you will have an opportunity to really connect with your tablemates as we explore relevant topics and create closer connections.
Rotary Opens Opportunities, and this is yours! We are ready for you, with stimulating sessions, some surprises from across our District, celebrations of amazing feats of greatness, and a day full of Rotary fellowship – can’t wait to see you on May 1st!
Yours in Rotary Service - Mary Turner, District Governor, 20-21
On March 30th at 7pm, District 5360 Learning and Development Committee and Membership committee are hosting Rotary 101. This is a supplemental resource for your Rotary Club's onboarding process aimed at providing an in depth look at Rotary as a whole. Created and delivered by Manon Mitchell, this session is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about how Rotary works.
New Members - Designed specifically for those who are just getting started with Rotary, they'll learn about Rotary's history, and place in the world.
Non-Rotarians - A great way to introduce potential members to the organization in a way that's sure to inspire them.
Rotaractors - Learn about the opportunities available to you when you make the leap to Rotary.
Club Membership ChairsAnd Club Presidents - Send someone from your team to experience the session firsthand decide how it fits into your club's existing onboarding process.
Long-time Rotarians - Yes, even long term Rotarians can learn something new from this session.
