Researcher
Toronto Workforce Innovation Group (TWIG). Toronto, Canada (2014-2015)
Designed a comprehensive study on labour market shifts in Toronto’s construction sector and authored a report on the findings.
Researcher
York Centre for International and Security Studies (YCISS), University of Bradford (UK), Graduate Institute (Geneva) and Peace Research Institute Oslo (Norway); Controlling Excessive and Destabilising Arms Project (2012 – 2014).
Collecting data for SSHRC funded study on the ‘excessive and destabilizing accumulation’ of small arms, including treaty negotiations. Preparing research monograph on findings.
Researcher
Network for the Affirmation of the NGO Sector (MANS). Podgorica, Montenegro (2009 – 2013).
Researching relationship between foreign investment and corruption in Montenegro’s construction, tourism and energy sectors. Assisting with MANS’ online outreach and preparing English translations of press releases, reports and selected proceedings.
Researcher
Union of Free Trade Unions of Montenegro (UFTUM), Podgorica, Montenegro (2009 – 2011).
Designed multi-sector study of employment in Montenegro’s informal economy, including final report. Drafted UFTUM project proposals, including applications for ETUC and ITUC membership, edited funding documents, provided translation and research skills.
Researcher
Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). Ryerson University and York University, Toronto (Winter 2008-2009).
Assisted in survey of working conditions for mail couriers working in Toronto’s financial district. Filled out surveys, took notes and participated in focus groups on the collected data.
Researcher
Surveillance Studies, Queens University, Kingston (2008).
Produced report on Canadian-Israeli defence-industrial and homeland security ties with an emphasis on joint development of surveillance technologies.
Researcher and IT/New Media Development Project Coordinator
Near East Cultural and Educational Foundation (NECEF), Toronto (2005 – 2006).
Developed multiyear study on media bias in Canadian press coverage of the Middle East. Disseminated research findings in NECEF publications and at public forums. Coordinated computer and information technology donations to refugee camps in the West Bank.
Researcher
Advanced Network Research Group (ANRG), Cambridge University; International Development and Research Centre (IDRC), Canada; Yafa Cultural Centre (YCC), Balata Refugee Camp, West Bank (2003-2004).
Designed and coordinated survey of perceptions and uses of information and communications technologies (ICT) in Balata Refugee Camp. Produced report on survey findings and digital divides in Palestinian society.
Programming Assistant
Yafa Cultural Centre (YCC), Balata Refugee Camp, West Bank (2003 – 2004).
Developed youth video and English language courses for camp residents. Also edited YCC reports, funding proposals and helped coordinate international exchanges.
Researcher
CitizenLab and Information Warfare Monitoring Project. University of Toronto, Toronto (2002 – 2003).
Researched information warfare, Internet censorship and surveillance technologies for CitizenLab and IWMP. Maintained IWMP website, generated content and original research.
Graduate Assistant
University of Toronto (2001-2003)
Researched: G8/G20 policies for Dr. Jon Kirton; Canadian investments in Sudan for Dr. Robert O. Matthews; and corporate social responsibility for Dr. Havina Dashwood.
Researcher and Program Coordinator
Asosiación Ecuadorianos Unidos (AEU), Toronto. Coordinadora Unitaria de los Barrios del Ecuador (CUBE), Guayaquil and Quito, Ecuador. Toronto, Canada – Guayaquil and Quito, Ecuador (2001).
Undertook social needs assessment for future AEU funding of CUBE nutritional, housing, education and health programs in Ecuador’s urban informal settlements.
Toronto Workforce Innovation Group (TWIG). Toronto, Canada (2014-2015)
Designed a comprehensive study on labour market shifts in Toronto’s construction sector and authored a report on the findings.
Researcher
York Centre for International and Security Studies (YCISS), University of Bradford (UK), Graduate Institute (Geneva) and Peace Research Institute Oslo (Norway); Controlling Excessive and Destabilising Arms Project (2012 – 2014).
Collecting data for SSHRC funded study on the ‘excessive and destabilizing accumulation’ of small arms, including treaty negotiations. Preparing research monograph on findings.
Researcher
Network for the Affirmation of the NGO Sector (MANS). Podgorica, Montenegro (2009 – 2013).
Researching relationship between foreign investment and corruption in Montenegro’s construction, tourism and energy sectors. Assisting with MANS’ online outreach and preparing English translations of press releases, reports and selected proceedings.
Researcher
Union of Free Trade Unions of Montenegro (UFTUM), Podgorica, Montenegro (2009 – 2011).
Designed multi-sector study of employment in Montenegro’s informal economy, including final report. Drafted UFTUM project proposals, including applications for ETUC and ITUC membership, edited funding documents, provided translation and research skills.
Researcher
Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). Ryerson University and York University, Toronto (Winter 2008-2009).
Assisted in survey of working conditions for mail couriers working in Toronto’s financial district. Filled out surveys, took notes and participated in focus groups on the collected data.
Researcher
Surveillance Studies, Queens University, Kingston (2008).
Produced report on Canadian-Israeli defence-industrial and homeland security ties with an emphasis on joint development of surveillance technologies.
Researcher and IT/New Media Development Project Coordinator
Near East Cultural and Educational Foundation (NECEF), Toronto (2005 – 2006).
Developed multiyear study on media bias in Canadian press coverage of the Middle East. Disseminated research findings in NECEF publications and at public forums. Coordinated computer and information technology donations to refugee camps in the West Bank.
Researcher
Advanced Network Research Group (ANRG), Cambridge University; International Development and Research Centre (IDRC), Canada; Yafa Cultural Centre (YCC), Balata Refugee Camp, West Bank (2003-2004).
Designed and coordinated survey of perceptions and uses of information and communications technologies (ICT) in Balata Refugee Camp. Produced report on survey findings and digital divides in Palestinian society.
Programming Assistant
Yafa Cultural Centre (YCC), Balata Refugee Camp, West Bank (2003 – 2004).
Developed youth video and English language courses for camp residents. Also edited YCC reports, funding proposals and helped coordinate international exchanges.
Researcher
CitizenLab and Information Warfare Monitoring Project. University of Toronto, Toronto (2002 – 2003).
Researched information warfare, Internet censorship and surveillance technologies for CitizenLab and IWMP. Maintained IWMP website, generated content and original research.
Graduate Assistant
University of Toronto (2001-2003)
Researched: G8/G20 policies for Dr. Jon Kirton; Canadian investments in Sudan for Dr. Robert O. Matthews; and corporate social responsibility for Dr. Havina Dashwood.
Researcher and Program Coordinator
Asosiación Ecuadorianos Unidos (AEU), Toronto. Coordinadora Unitaria de los Barrios del Ecuador (CUBE), Guayaquil and Quito, Ecuador. Toronto, Canada – Guayaquil and Quito, Ecuador (2001).
Undertook social needs assessment for future AEU funding of CUBE nutritional, housing, education and health programs in Ecuador’s urban informal settlements.