Prosper Gashusho
Social Worker
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Edmonton, AlbertaMember since May 2, 2023
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About
Prosper Gashusho, worked for the Government of Burundi as an Assistant Prosecutor General in the Prosecutor General’s Office in Burundi for around ten years. I led a School for refugees as a Proncipal in Tanzania-Kigoma for one year,
volunteered with Boyle Street, CANAVUA, BCW, and Autism Speak Canada, accomplished practicum studuent at YESS and EMCN, and has a Driver's License. I have a degree in Law, a Masters degree International Development Cooperation, and Social Work Diploma obtained at MacEwanUniversity in April 2023.
Experience
- Good understanding of the legal context of clients’ social challenges
- Accustomed to work with people affected emotionally, in distress, or families in crisis
- Developed analytical skills in assessing offenders’ needs and referring them to other resources
- Skills in counselling offenders through training in social work program and work as a lawyer
- Strong in interpretation of policies, and emails managements
- Problem-solving skills developed through training and experience working with families
- Ability to facilitate collaboration and discussion to meet the needs of clients
- Sensitivity to the needs of individuals within the family structure
- Ability to adapt to changing needs, services, organizations, and practices
- Multicultural awareness and understanding of the clients’ needs
Education
MacEwan University, Edmonton, Alberta 2020-April 2023
- Social Work Diploma
- Master of Arts, International Development Cooperation
University of Ngozi, Burundi 2006
- Bachelor’s degree in penal law
