Suhad Fahad
Spokane,WA
Summary
Experienced with community outreach and relationship building. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to engage with diverse groups. Knowledge of community dynamics and strategies for fostering inclusive environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
An Arabic Community Ambassador
World Relief Spokane
10.2023 - Current
- Community Ambassadors are first and foremost connectors. They are uniquely positioned to assess needs within their own communities, and route those in need through existing support structures in Spokane.
- The Ambassador team serves hundreds of those community members every month with walk-in times to seek assistance that doesn't require case management, cultural events and parties, youth movie nights, baby showers for expectant moms and help with accessing housing stabilization funds through WA state and city of Spokane.
- Managed budgets for various community events, effectively allocating funds to maximize impact while remaining coefficient.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Attended regular research meetings to share experiences and identify areas of improvement.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Community Interpreter
Community Activities
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted job seekers with limited English proficiency in navigating the job market by providing interpretation services during career counseling sessions and workshops.
- Supported social workers in providing critical resources to non-English speaking families through effective interpretation during home visits and case management meetings.
- Enhanced communication between non-English speakers and service providers by providing accurate interpretation services.
- Delivered high-quality interpretation services for various community events, including cultural celebrations, town hall meetings, and public lectures.
Volunteer
Refugees Spokane Connections
09.2016 - 09.2017
Volunteer
Grant Elementary School
01.2017 - 03.2017
Assistant Organizer International club, Arabic Night
Spokane Community College
04.2015 - 01.2017
Teacher
Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Company Overview: Iraq
- Iraq
Education
Master of Organizational leadership -
Eastern Washington University
09-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Concentration Pre Law, Communication Studies
Eastern Washington University
12.2022
Associate of Arts -
Spokane Community College
03.2020
Skills
- Marketing knowledge
- Workshop Organization
- Issue awareness
- Data Collection
Coursework
- Leadership Theories and Practices
- Organizational Change Management
- Public Policy Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Communication and Collaboration in Organizations
Accomplishments
- Managed a caseload of between 80 and 100 individuals and families.
- Demonstrated outstanding case management and dedication to clients as evidenced by repeated promotions throughout tenure.
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
References
Moska Wahidi
Jared Booker
Economic Empowerment Director
Spokane Valley
JBooker@wr.org
Community Ambassador Afghan
World Relief Spokane
mwahidi@wr.org
Molly Thorpe, M.ED., SCC Workforce Program Specialist, 509-533-4639, Molly.Thorpe@scc.spokane.edu
Kerry Templeton, Pathway Specialist, SCC Registration, 509-533-7011, Kerry.Templeton@scc.spokane.edu
Timeline
An Arabic Community Ambassador
World Relief Spokane
10.2023 - Current
Community Interpreter
Community Activities
01.2018 - 01.2020
Volunteer
Grant Elementary School
01.2017 - 03.2017
Volunteer
Refugees Spokane Connections
09.2016 - 09.2017
Assistant Organizer International club, Arabic Night
Spokane Community College
04.2015 - 01.2017
Teacher
Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Concentration Pre Law, Communication Studies
Eastern Washington University
Associate of Arts -
Spokane Community College
Master of Organizational leadership -
Eastern Washington University
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