Amanda Vanzan

Background

About Amanda Vanzan

MSc, Registered Dietitian, and specialist in Primary Health Care, with a diverse background in public health, community nutrition, and health promotion in both Canada and Brazil. Extensive experience working with varied populations—including children, newcomers, pregnant women, and rural communities—and a strong passion for advancing health equity through practical, evidence-based nutrition interventions.Skilled in planning and delivering targeted nutrition programs, developing culturally relevant educational resources, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to address key issues such as food insecurity, iron deficiency, and breastfeeding support. Plays an active role in regional and provincial initiatives, providing expert consultation and leadership.Experienced in research, having led projects involving ethics applications, interview design, participant recruitment, data analysis, and student mentorship.Background in teaching and educational facilitation, including the development and delivery of hands-on cooking classes and nutrition education programs for diverse audiences.