Shareen Chin
About Shareen Chin
Shareen Chin is a Senior Planner currently working at the First Nations Health Authority and has extensive experience in community engagement and food skills facilitation across various organizations in Metro Vancouver.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Shareen Chin currently serves as a Senior Planner at the First Nations Health Authority, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is based in West Vancouver, British Columbia, and has been involved in various planning initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for First Nations communities. Her experience in this position contributes to her extensive background in community health and program development.
Experience at BC Centre for Disease Control
Since 2019, Shareen Chin has worked as a Food Skills for Families Facilitator at the BC Centre for Disease Control. In this role, she has facilitated programs across various locations in Metro Vancouver, focusing on enhancing food skills and promoting healthy eating practices among families. This position reflects her commitment to community health and nutrition education.
Education and Expertise
Shareen Chin holds a Master’s degree in Community and Regional Planning from The University of British Columbia, which she completed between 2017 and 2019. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Geography from Simon Fraser University, along with several certificates, including Project Management and Applied Human Nutrition. This educational background supports her expertise in community planning and health initiatives.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Prior to her current roles, Shareen Chin held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Global Engagement Advisor at The University of British Columbia for eight years and served as a Community Kitchen Facilitator at Gordon Neighbourhood House. Additionally, she has experience in research management and volunteer coordination, demonstrating her diverse skill set in community engagement and program facilitation.
Volunteer and Community Engagement
Shareen Chin has actively participated in community engagement through various volunteer roles. She served as a Volunteer Coordinator for the Annual Diversity Health Fair with AMSSA and held positions with Katimavik that involved recruitment and communications. Her commitment to community service is evident through her involvement in initiatives that promote health and well-being.