Young Leaders Youth Advisory Committee
The Back 2 Basickz Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is an integral part of our comprehensive youth engagement strategy. We are dedicated to nurturing a strong relationship with our young community members by empowering their voices in shaping our programs and initiatives. Through enhanced collaboration and active participation, we aim to build a platform where youth play a leading role in our events and initiatives, significantly elevating our organization's commitment to youth engagement.
Shamar
Co-Chair
Hannah
Co-Chair
Ketura
Member
Ishmael
Member
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Amanda Coombs
Board of Director
Amanda Coombs
Board of Director
Amanda is the founder of Back2Basickz Youth Support Services, an organization
that provides rehabilitation and support services for youth involved in the Criminal Justice System.
Amanda Coombs holds a B.A. in Psychology and is an alumnus of York University. Since 2017 Amanda has certified over 1000 youth and adults as Mental Health First Aid Responders. Amanda provides training for various organizations and individuals, such as Toronto Community Housing.
Amanda does her best to highlight the community in a positive light and continues to impact the community. Amanda applies evidence-based teaching methods from her experience both working and volunteering at CAMH, various shelters, group homes, prisons, and hospitals.
Lucy Melisa
Founder, Edilta
Lucy Melisa
Founder, Edilta
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Shemeka Coombs
Board of Director
Shemeka Coombs
Board of Director
Shemeka Coombs has a B. A in Social Work and is a graduate of York University. As a registered Social Worker. Shemeka has worked in the field for a decade and has years of experience. Practicing social work is her divine purpose in life. She is truly passionate about adding value to the life of others, by assisting them to work through difficult times.
Fredric Martin
Lead Designer, Payol
Fredric Martin
Lead Designer, Payol
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Abdinasir Mohamed
Board of Director
Abdinasir Mohamed
Board of Director
Abdinasir Mohammed is the co-founder of Back 2 Basickz and is a graduate of the community worker program at George Brown College. Abdinasir has been living and working in the Jane and Finch neighborhood for nearly over a decade. He has been involved in various projects, one most recently being the Black Creek Community Farm in which he sits on the board of a bigger organization which is Everdale Farms. Abdinasir is passionate about youth and kids and strives to do his best to serve the community.
Laura Bryant
Developer Expert
Laura Bryant
Developer Expert
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Ziva Ferreira
Board of Director
Ziva Ferreira
Board of Director
Ziva Ferreira is passionate about making low-income and marginalized communities a better place. She has experience with working with diverse community stakeholders, managing multiple projects, and leading various teams which have made her an effective leader. In combination with her professional experience, she is knowledgeable of the cultural and politically relevant resources to support marginalized groups by utilizing an anti-oppressive framework which makes her a great fit for the Back-to-Basics Youth Services team.
Henri Robert
Founder, Cards
Henri Robert
Founder, Cards
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Location
Location
Greater Toronto Area
880 Ellesmere Rd, Unit 304, Scarborough, ON M1P 2L8
Information
Phone: 647-514-3124
Email: back2basickz123@gmail.com