Marcedes M

Indigenous community engagement and program coordination professional with experience supporting Indigenous students, coordinating community initiatives, facilitating engagement activities, and fostering culturally supportive environments across post-secondary and community settings. Skilled in administration, relationship building, stakeholder engagement, event coordination, mentorship, communications, and collaborative leadership. Experienced in applying culturally safe, community-centered approaches that advance Indigenous engagement, equity and inclusion, and educational and workforce development.

Team Lead Facilitator at Mount Royal University (2026-01 – 2026-04)

• Led recruitment and outreach initiatives to increase Indigenous student participation through targeted marketing materials, social media promotion, and a bi-monthly newsletter distributed through the Iniskim Centre.
• Facilitated program content and coached Indigenous students in developing meaningful relationships with mentors and professional networks.
• Recruited, coordinated, and supported mentors to strengthen student participation, professional development, and program outcomes.
• Provided ongoing guidance and culturally informed facilitation to create a supportive learning environment and promote student success.

Administrative Assistant at Mount Royal University (2022-11 – 2026-01)

• Delivered culturally safe and responsive support to Indigenous students, faculty, and community stakeholders, addressing inquiries and connecting individuals with appropriate resources.
• Coordinated logistics for Indigenous student initiatives and events, including Honouring Ceremonies, through volunteer coordination, communications, and event support.
• Managed confidential student records in accordance with university privacy policies and administrative procedures.
• Designed and distributed a bi-monthly digital newsletter using Canva Pro, highlighting scholarships, career opportunities, events, and student resources.
• Contributed community-centered perspectives to institutional equity and accessibility initiatives as a member of the EDIA Strategic Plan Advisory Committee.
• Updated and maintained Iniskim Centre website content using Cascade CMS.

Summer Intern at Indian Resource Council (2020-05 – 2020-08)

Summer Finance Intern at Worley (2019-05 – 2019-08)

Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration – Mount Royal University (2018-09 – 2025-04)

Certification in Aboriginal Family and Youth Support Program – Riel Institute for Education and Learning (2022-05 – 2023)

Certification in Aboriginal Office Specialist – Riel Institute for Education and Learning (2017-11 – 2018)

Program in Indigenous University Bridging Program – Mount Royal University (2016-09 – 2017)