CHRISTY CANJURA
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Ambitious immigration legal assistant eager to contribute developed knowledge and research in non-profit organization work. Adaptable in fast pace environments and driven with strong work ethic to promote social change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unaccompanied Child Advocate
Americans For Immigrant Justice
Miami, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted Know Your Rights presentations and individual legal screenings to large groups of detained minors using trauma-informed techniques to ensure a safe space.
- Tailored services to child's physical and mental health needs and age using interactive visuals, icebreakers, and breathwork, fostering trust and communication.
- Navigated minors through complex legal processes and provided resources for children experiencing pregnancy, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
- Facilitated monthly meetings with shelter case managers to inquire on case status' of detained minors and addressed minor's needs.
- Delivered legal services in indigenous languages using interpreters.
- Worked closely with attorneys to complete and mail EAD/Asylum applications, translate decelerations, and monitor client court dates.
- Independently tracked and managed incoming minors, updated daily census, and submitted facility transfer, Long-Term Foster Care, and released referrals for minors.
AP Spanish Tutor
Remote
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Created personalized lesson plans for high school students to help improve grades and achieve Spanish language fluency in an innovative and enthusiastic way.
Panel Organizer and Moderator
Notre Dame Of Maryland Univeristy
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Conducted outreach to bipartisan politicians and researchers to speak on the intersectionality of women, immigration, and race in politics.
- Developed interview questions and moderated to a a diverse audience
Global Solidarity Committee Member
Notre Dame Of Maryland Univeristy
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided a student perspective on immigration and global issues to help identify root causes and possible solutions for inclusivity on campus
- Assist in planning for campus events and community outreach.
Immigration Writer
Latina Republic
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Wrote and edited compelling articles on immigration and the labor force for publication
- Researched, interviewed, and collaborated with various non-profit organizations via phone and Zoom
Delegate
Model Organization Of Inter American States (OAS)
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Developed and presented a real-world resolution for the protection of women Human Right Defenders
- Conducted extensive research and delivered speeches in support/against other countries' resolutions
Cashier
Bestway Supermarket
11.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted customers with cash and card transactions, returns, and refunds.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science in Law and Civic Engagement
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD06.2018
Skills
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Case File Management and Task Prioritization
- Child Advocacy
- Preparation of Legal Documents
- Public Speaking
- Research
Additional Information
- Awards , Elizabeth Morrissy Honors Scholar Summa Cum Laude 2021 Nancy Kreiter Social Sciences Research Award 2022 Political Science Top Departmental Award
Certification
CILA's Boot Camp for Detained Children's Legal Service Providers
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Unaccompanied Child Advocate
Americans For Immigrant Justice
08.2022 - Current
Global Solidarity Committee Member
Notre Dame Of Maryland Univeristy
04.2021 - 05.2022
AP Spanish Tutor
Remote
01.2021 - 07.2022
Immigration Writer
Latina Republic
06.2020 - 12.2020
Panel Organizer and Moderator
Notre Dame Of Maryland Univeristy
03.2020 - 05.2022
Delegate
Model Organization Of Inter American States (OAS)
01.2020 - 05.2020
Cashier
Bestway Supermarket
11.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science in Law and Civic Engagement
Notre Dame of Maryland University
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