Stephanie Slen's Bulletin Board

Work Portfolio

Project management, community programs, youth mentorship and nonprofit leadership across Metro Vancouver.

Experience

  1. Trout Lake Community Centre

    Vancouver, BC

    Project Manager

    March – April 2026

    • Managed day camp operations end to end, including budgets, schedules, staff, and program delivery, generating $8K in revenue.
    • Built risk and safety plans, coordinated field trips and vendor bookings, and managed communication with parents, volunteers, and centre staff.
    • Led the camp staff team and ran an end of season retrospective to improve future planning.
  2. The People's Voice Article

    Vancouver, BC

    Founder

    August 2023 – Present

    • Built scholarship advisory platform that supported students in securing an estimated $2.4M+ in post-secondary scholarships across Metro Vancouver, leveraging personal achievement of winning 11 scholarships worth $285,000.
    • Delivered 1-on-1 coaching to 20+ youth on applications and interview preparation; facilitated workshops at community centres, school clubs, and partner organizations.
    • Authored 6 published articles profiling student success stories, growing platform reach and credibility with families and community partners.
  3. Fresh Roots Urban Farm

    Gala Envoy

    September 2023 – October 2025 (Part Time)

    • Raised $20,000+ representing the organization at Canada's Great Kitchen Party Gala (2023, 2025), engaging donors and corporate sponsors.

    Market Assistant

    June 2023 – September 2023 (Full Time Contract)

    • Drove $10K+ in organic produce sales and 10,000+ lbs harvested across two farm sites; served 100+ families through CSA boxes and led market operations across 3 municipalities.
    • Mentored 40+ youth in sustainable agriculture and community service, delegating tasks and business end to end.

    Day Camp Instructor

    April 2025 – October 2025 (Full Time Contract)

    • Designed and delivered a hands-on urban agriculture curriculum for 250+ children ages 4 to 12.
    • Facilitated day camp programs for experiential learning in sustainable food systems, environmental stewardship, and community building.

    SOYL Program Mentor

    July 2019 – June 2023 (Volunteer)

    • Mentored cohorts of high school youth through the (SOYL) sustainability program over four consecutive years over the summer.
    • Guided participants through leadership development, environmental education, and community engagement programs.
  4. University of British Columbia Recreation

    Debate Camp Instructor

    June – August 2024 (Full Time Contract)

    • Develop and deliver structured debate curriculum, teaching argumentation, rhetoric, and public speaking skills to student participants.
    • Facilitate practice rounds, mock debates, and workshops to build critical thinking and persuasive communication abilities.
    • Provide individualized feedback and coaching to help students refine research, delivery, and rebuttal techniques.
  5. Pacific Community Resources Society

    Program Site Support Worker

    January 2024 – Present (Part Time)

    • Support running afterschool programs for youth through Pathways to Education at Pacific Community Resources Society, one of BC's largest social service non-profits ($41.3M annual revenue).
    • Responsibilities include setting up, relationship building with students, connecting the right resources and tutoring support, providing food security snacks and a safe space.
  6. Britannia Community Centre

    Vancouver, BC

    Board Director

    July 2022 – August 2023

    • Elected 1 of 12 board members overseeing $7M annual operating budget and a $25M facility renewal project spanning pools, rinks, library, and childcare programs.
    • Collaborated with City of Vancouver, Vancouver Park Board, and Vancouver School Board on multi-stakeholder governance decisions.
  7. The Writers' Exchange

    Program Facilitator

    February 2026 – September 2026 (Part Time)

    • Registered Vancouver charity serving 350+ under-resourced children and youth annually.
    • Design, coordinate, and deliver literacy programs end-to-end, from setup through execution.
    • Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors and community stakeholders to support organizational partnerships.
    • Support the planning and execution of charity fundraising events.

    Youth Leader

    August 2020 – 2023 (Part Time)

    • Led creative writing workshops and mentorship programs for thousands of children across five years.
    • Published seven stories in Writers' Exchange storybooks.
    • Facilitated peer support and skill-building in literacy, storytelling, and communication.
    • Developed teaching approach centered on making reading accessible and engaging for young learners and special needs children.

Related experience

Google Project Management: Professional Certificate

Issued Sep 2026 · Credential ID 6KTXH3MCCOFH

  • Project & Program Management
  • Agile & Waterfall
  • Lean & Six Sigma
  • Budget Oversight & Reporting
  • Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Engagement
  • Scheduling & Resource Planning
  • Process Improvement

Education

Simon Fraser University

Bachelor of Arts, International Studies (Concentration: Global Peace, Security, and Governance)

September 2023 – Expected June 2028

  • Awards: Uggla Family Scholarship (Full Ride)
  • Activities: Delegate, SFU Model United Nations (October 2026 – Present)
  • Enrolled in the SFU Co-operative Education (Co-op) Program

Britannia Secondary School

September 2019 – June 2023

  • Student Council President (Grade 12)
  • International Baccalaureate (Grade 11)
  • Venture Mini School, Accelerated Academics (Grades 8 to 10)

Volunteering

Volunteer, Free Meal Program

Simon Fraser University Student Society

September 2026 – Present

  • Once a week volunteering with Simon Fraser University Student Society Free Meal Program.
  • Handing out 200+ hot dogs and pancakes a week.

Student Council President

Britannia Secondary School

June 2022 – June 2023

  • Lead and coordinate student council initiatives, representing the student body's interests to school administration and staff.
  • Plan, organize, and oversee school-wide events, campaigns, and fundraisers.
  • Chair council meetings, setting agendas and facilitating discussion among elected representatives.
  • Manage budgets and allocate resources for student council programs and activities.

Co-Founder

Nurtured Youth Community

August 2022 – October 2025

  • Co-founded nonprofit organization bridging accessibility gaps between youth in unsupported households and mental health resources.
  • Coordinated free therapy sessions led by industry experts, making mental health support accessible to minors across Canada.
  • Secured $5,000 OXY Canada grant within six months of founding.
  • Featured in CBC News for innovative approach to youth mental health during COVID-19.

Sustainability Coordinator

Strathcona Rotary Interact Club

September 2021 – August 2023

  • Organized community sustainable service projects including beach cleanups, clothing swaps, and "adopt a plant" initiatives.
  • Led gardening and cooking programs for youth focused on urban agriculture.
  • Received "Pushing the Limits Award" for commitment to service and team leadership.

Volunteer, Youth to Sea Program

Ocean Wise Canada

June 2021 – March 2022

President, Beyond the Plate Club

September 2019 – June 2023

Volunteer

Environmental Youth Alliance

September 2020 – May 2023

Youth Head Delegate

Vancouver School Board Sustainability Conference

September 2019 – January 2020

Snapshots

Moments from the work, the wins and the people along the way.