I began volunteering with birds when I was just 13 years old, which goes to show you’re never too young (or old!) to chase your dreams. I attended my first IAATE conference at 17, and every time I see young people at the conference now, I’m reminded of how much that experience shaped me.
Birds have always been a central part in my life for as long as I can remember, but my passion for helping others has recently led me to a new adventure as well: I’ve started working as an Emergency Medical Responder for the British Columbia Emergency Health Services. It’s been an incredible way to give back to my community while continuing to grow both personally and professionally!
This organization has played a significant role in my development both as a bird trainer and as a person, and I have been passionate about its mission for many years. I believe I can bring meaningful value to IAATE through the diverse experiences I’ve gained during my time as a trainer and give back to this amazing community.
In addition to my hands-on work with birds, I also manage a growing and engaged social media presence for our centre (@islandraptors). I love using our online presence to further connect the public with our work and the incredible birds we care for. I would be thrilled to bring my social media skills to the IAATE team!