Lydia Risi
About Lydia Risi
Lydia Risi serves as the Senior Director of Operations and Philanthropy for Indigenous Communities at Fusion Jeunesse, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in education and research, she focuses on enhancing experiential learning projects in Canadian Indigenous communities.
Work at Fusion Jeunesse
Lydia Risi has been serving as the Senior Director of Operations and Philanthropy - Indigenous Communities at Fusion Jeunesse since 2019. In this role, she oversees the operations and expansion of experiential learning projects tailored for Canadian Indigenous communities. Her responsibilities include networking and developing partnerships with various communities and allies, which is essential for the success of these initiatives. Prior to her current position, she held multiple roles at Fusion Jeunesse, including Project Manager for First Nations and Inuit communities and Arts and Media Project Coordinator.
Education and Expertise
Lydia Risi holds a Master of Arts in Political Science from Concordia University, which she completed from 2017 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (Honours) with a Minor in Human Rights from the same institution, studying from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, she studied at Cégep du Vieux Montréal from 2010 to 2012. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in political and social issues, particularly those affecting Indigenous communities.
Background
Before her current role at Fusion Jeunesse, Lydia Risi gained diverse experience in various educational and administrative positions. She worked as a Science Teacher for the Cree School Board from 2014 to 2017, teaching in multiple communities including Waswanipi and Chisasibi. She also served as a Research Intern at the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) from 2015 to 2016. Her early career included roles such as Administrative Agent at Dorval Community Aid and International Sales Intern at Entertainment One.
Achievements
Lydia Risi has made significant contributions to the development and implementation of projects aimed at enhancing experiential learning in Indigenous communities. Her role as Senior Director involves advocating for lifelong learning processes and facilitating collaboration among communities to improve societal outcomes. She has a personal interest in beading and bouldering, which reflects her commitment to cultural practices and outdoor activities.