OLIP Team
Ayshan Mammadzada
Researcher
She’s has over fifteen years of international and local experience in the private, government and non-profit sectors. She has a strong…
Ayshan Mammadzada,
Researcher
Ayshan Mammadzada is a PhD student at the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics at the University of Ottawa under the supervision of Prof. Luisa Veronis. Her research interests cover the areas of Environmentally Induced Forced Migration; Climate Migration and Global Governance in Canada, and Canadian Experiences for Immigrants and Newcomers in the Post-pandemic Context. She has also interest in conceptualizing skilled migrants’ resilience in Canada’s post-pandemic economy: a Comparative analysis of the role of gender, occupation, and place. Ayshan has more than 10 years’ work-related experience in local, regional and international projects as an environmental project/data manager, environmental and health program consultant, technical translator in Azerbaijani/English/Russian/Turkish languages with health, and environment specifications. She has also up to 6 years’ managerial and entrepreneurial experience and managed/coordinated donor-funded research projects and capacity-building initiatives, CER (Corporate Environmental Responsibility) and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) projects, including building partnerships with the government, private sector, donors, NGOs, and multilateral organizations.
Nyamulola Kambanji
Acting Director of Finance & Operations & Project Manager, Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW)
Nyamulola holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics and Electronic Commerce from the University of New Brunswick…
Nyamulola Kambanji
Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW) Project Manager
Nyamulola holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics and Electronic Commerce from the University of New Brunswick. She has 20 years combined experience working in banking, research and not for profits, both in Zambia and Canada. Her expertise includes community partnership development, program management, research, creative design and photography. During the last 9 years, she has worked on key government funded projects mandated to improving immigrant integration in Ottawa. In the last 4 years, she has worked as the lead for the Welcoming Ottawa Week (WOW) initiative and played a critical role in its expansion and subsequent success. In addition, Nyamulola is a freelance photographer and her work is showcased in the photo exhibit “Faces and Stories of a Welcoming City” (2016 - 2019). She is also the founder of “Immigrants of Ottawa” a project that showcases the contributions and successes of new Canadians.
Moyo Aderemi
Acting Director, Partner Relations & Community Engagement
Moyo is a communications specialist with over 7 years of international experience, consulting for global brands in technology, finance, energy, manufacturing…
Moyo Aderemi
Partner Relations Officer
Moyo is a communications specialist with over 7 years of international experience, consulting for global brands in technology, finance, energy, manufacturing, and hospitality, as well as public charities and foundations with a focus on development in Africa. Her expertise is in strategic communications, stakeholder relations and program coordination. Prior to this, she worked in public relations and program management in arts and culture, fashion, lifestyle and entertainment. She graduated from the University of York in the United Kingdom with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and brings a multi-faceted set of skills and unique experience to her passion for enhancing positive relations and support with immigrant-serving organizations.
Jean-Pierre Niyitanga
Communications and Events Officer
Jean-Pierre has over 10 years of experience in the field of journalism and communication. Mostly recently, he communication strategies, content creation as well…
Jean-Pierre Niyitanga
Communications and Events Officer
Jean-Pierre has over 10 years of experience in the field of journalism and communication. Mostly recently, he worked with two national associations where he took charge of communications and marketing initiatives including developing and implementing communication strategies, content creation as well as social media management. An excellent communicator and avid storyteller, Jean-Pierre is fluently bilingual and a dedicated self-starter who can work both independently and as a member of a team. Jean-Pierre holds a master of Journalism from Carleton University.
Yusra Osman
Equity Ottawa Project Lead
Yusra is an equity specialist, registered social worker, and researcher. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Carleton University. Yusra has over ten years of experience…
Yusra Osman
Equity Ottawa Project Lead
Yusra is an equity specialist, registered social worker, and researcher. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Carleton University. Yusra has over ten years of experience in front-line work with diverse communities. She has worked as a mental health and trauma counsellor, social work educator, anti-racism specialist, and has facilitated a variety of events, consultations, and trainings related to the well-being and inclusion of newcomers, Black communities, and other community groups.
Nadira Kulane
Program Officer
Nadira is a dedicated professional with a background in Psychology from Carleton University and extensive experience in the non-profit sector. She has a strong track record of implementing and…
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Nadira Kulane
Program Officer
Nadira is a dedicated professional with a background in Psychology from Carleton University and extensive experience in the non-profit sector. She has a strong track record of implementing and facilitating inclusive programs that empower individuals, particularly those facing access challenges. Nadira's expertise includes managing developing inclusive programs, managing social media, and enhancing outreach strategies. In her current role as a Program Officer, she supports the planning and execution of key initiatives, assists with communications, and contributes to the organization’s operational efficiency. Driven by a commitment to creating positive change, Nadira is passionate about advancing community engagement and supporting the diverse needs of those she serves.
