About Vanesha Allen-London
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About me
New SSW graduate from George Brown College
Passionate about advocacy, mental health, and dismantling anti-Blackness.
Co-Founder of Black Women United โ https://www.blackwomenunited.ca/
Education
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2019 - 2021
George Brown College
Social Service Work
Experience
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2020 - Present
Black Women United - Social Innovation Project (George Brown College)
Co-Founder
Achieved a positive community reputation through collaboration with guest speakers and partnering with organizations to lead discussions as requested.
Successfully led 4 panel discussions for Black Women to share their experiences of Anti-Black Racism and Sexism.
Invited to speak at seven student panels at George Brown College to speak about Anti-Oppressive Frameworks and Addressing Anti-Black Racism within the College and the Community.
Secured Funding from Rising Youth/TakingITGlobal to support Black Women United.
Created a marketing and public relations plan from the ground up, including the successful launch of the company website. -
2020 - 2020
City of Toronto
Summer Student
โข Successfully reported and safely removed an average of eight hazardous items, including needles and drug paraphernalia, each shift.
โข Upheld a positive reputation for the City of Toronto daily when cleaning up marginalized communities; built a rapport with individuals experiencing homelessness when encountered.
โข Maintained professionalism and composure and ensured accuracy of information when interacting with members of the public, specifically regarding COVID-19 protocol. -
2019 - 2020
Hy\'s Steakhouse
Guest Representative
โข Maintained highest level of customer service when interacting with clientele.
โข Deescalated heated conversations and situations with guests and resolved issues and complaints effectively and efficiently.
โข Successfully organized and executed private events for guestlists of 400+ people.
โข Maintained professionalism and offered above and beyond customer service to celebrities. -
2018 - 2019
Nando\'s Restaurant
Kitchen Coordinator
โข Managed the kitchen as team lead and H&S supervisor, ensuring quality and safety each shift.
โข Successfully lead, planned, and executed private events as head of events for Kitchen staff.
โข Utilized maintained inventory and knowledge of inventory trends to order new supplies proactively.
โข Identified as an exceptional performer, receiving additional training on front of house protocol.
Honors & awards
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2021
Change Maker Award
Won the Changer Maker Award at George Brown College for my social innovation project Black Women United
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2021
Proud Innovator Award
Won second place in George Brown College Pitch It Competition