Sylvia Boucher
Summary
Mission-driven environmental professional with advanced degrees in Environmental Management, Public Administration, and Natural Resources. Proven expertise in conservation program coordination, land stewardship, and policy advocacy within nonprofit and community-focused organizations. Skilled in leading teams, fostering stakeholder engagement, and implementing sustainable practices to achieve organizational goals. Adept at conducting qualitative research, developing strategic initiatives, and creating impactful outreach programs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Public Policy Fellow
Mercy for Animals
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis on animal agriculture policies to support advocacy efforts.
- Develop and submit policy proposals and comments to influence legislation aligned with organizational goals.
- Track key developments in global animal welfare and agricultural policy to identify strategic opportunities.
Team Leader
Kupu: Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervised AmeriCorps volunteers in executing conservation fieldwork across multiple sites.
- Coordinated daily operations, including logistics and task assignments, fostering team cohesion.
- Partnered with local organizations to address environmental restoration and stewardship needs.
Conservation Fellow
Connecticut Land Conservation Council
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Led initiatives to support land trusts through policy advocacy, stewardship programs, and outreach efforts.
- Engaged with state representatives and local communities to promote sustainable land conservation practices.
- Organized and facilitated events to educate stakeholders on conservation priorities.
Farmer
Sunset Farm
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed USDA-certified organic farming operations, emphasizing no-till and sustainable practices.
- Coordinated harvesting, packaging, and sales, maintaining high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.
Administrative Associate
IGotNextFarmers Coalition
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided operational and communications support, including managing social media platforms.
- Streamlined administrative processes by creating shared resources for collaboration among urban farmers.
Program Coordinator
Urban Ecology Wellness Center Pilot Program
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Designed and implemented community-focused event programming to foster local engagement.
- Cultivated partnerships with organizations to support urban wellness and sustainability initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Environment And Natural Resources
University of Iceland
Reykjavik06.2024
Master of Public Administration -
University of Connecticut
Hartford, CT06.2022
Graduate Certificate - Sustainable Environmental Planning And Management
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT06-2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT06.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Public and community outreach
- Policy analysis
- Organizational skills
- Natural resource conservation
- Land conservation planning
- Project management
- Qualitative analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
Additional Experience & Leadership
- Social Media Manager, Gaia Iceland Student Association (2022-2023)
- Cultural Engagement Internship, Florence, Italy (Spring 2021)
- Bard College C2C Fellows Leadership Training (2019)
- Study Abroad, Sustainable Cities, Amsterdam, Netherlands (Summer 2018)
Timeline
Global Public Policy Fellow
Mercy for Animals
09.2024 - Current
Team Leader
Kupu: Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program
05.2023 - 07.2023
Conservation Fellow
Connecticut Land Conservation Council
08.2021 - 08.2022
Farmer
Sunset Farm
06.2021 - 08.2022
Administrative Associate
IGotNextFarmers Coalition
06.2021 - 08.2021
Program Coordinator
Urban Ecology Wellness Center Pilot Program
01.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Environment And Natural Resources
University of Iceland
Master of Public Administration -
University of Connecticut
Graduate Certificate - Sustainable Environmental Planning And Management
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
University of Connecticut
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