Sushil Saini

Sushil Saini is a seasoned social justice professional with over 20 years of experience in organizational development, change management, and communications.

He excels in collaborating across sectors, supporting and coaching organizations to achieve their goals by integrating academic training in leadership and education for social and behavioral change.

His expertise lies in developing innovative solutions, launching new initiatives, and programs within organizations through a social justice lens focusing on equality, inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

Sushil's executive background in strategic planning, change management, and coaching allows him to co-develop effective implementation plans with measurable success metrics and practical timelines.

His diverse subject fields include social justice, decolonizing practices, food security, corporate and personal philanthropy, and the charitable sector.

Sushil holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Queen's University, a Masters of Environmental Studies in Educating for Social and Behavioural Change from York University, and has pursued Doctoral Research in Environmental Studies focusing on Systems & Sustainability at the University of Victoria.

He has held key roles such as Executive Director at The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada - BC & Yukon Division, Award Officer at the same organization, and Executive Director at The Capital Region Good Food Society.

Additionally, he has served as a Professional Writing Instructor & Culinary Tourism Instructor at Royal Roads University, a Professional Writing Instructor at the University of Victoria, and as a National Project Manager at Slow Food Heritage Wheat Presidium.

Sushil has also contributed as a Freelance Journalist, showcasing his diverse skill set and commitment to social causes through various roles.

His approach emphasizes assessment and analysis of core business functions to drive organizational success by aligning with values of equality and inclusion.