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Kathleen Namiiro

Kathleen Namiiro

social worker

Non-profit / Volunteering

Toronto, Ontario

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About Kathleen Namiiro:

I'm a dedicated and compassionate social worker with a strong commitment to empowering individuals and communities as well as experienced in providing support, advocacy, and resources to help clients overcome personal and systemic challenges. Additionally i'm passionate about promoting social justice, mental health, and equitable access to services.

Experience

Experienced social services worker with a strong background in youth outreach, crisis intervention, and housing support. Proven ability to support vulnerable and 2SLGBTQIA+ youth facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and trauma. Skilled in case management, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care, with hands-on experience in both frontline support and community-based collaboration. Adept at building trust with clients, developing individualized care plans, and navigating diverse social systems to promote stability and empowerment.

Education

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
Graduated: June 2018

Certifications

  • Toronto Shelter Standards
  • First and CPR
  • Food Handlers Certificate
  • Harm Reduction/Overdose Prevention
  • Mental Health Support and Mindfulness Training at MCC Toronto
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification 
  • Trauma-Informed Care Training
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System [WHMIS]
  • HIV Awareness Training at HQ Toronto
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act [AODA]
  • Computer Applications
  • OTEC Customer Service Training

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