Lee Tustin

Background

About Lee Tustin

Advocate for Children and Youth in Canada, previously a senior policy analyst, program analyst and probation officer for Ministry of Children and Youth. Have worked part time internationally since 2005 as a juvenile justice consultant primarily for UNICEF and for the Canadian Bar and American Bar. Currently completing project for UNICEF in The Maldives working with the judiciary to strengthen capacity in juvenile justice. Author of annual publication on youth justice in Canada - 2002 -2020 editions SKILLS - Excellent project management skills - Strong background in developing and managing complex projects/subjects and to communicate them effectively in understandable language for a fast-paced, high pressured environment - Strong dispute resolution, investigation and mediation skills that lead to successful conclusions for individuals and/or systems - Over 10 years’ experience investigating formal and informal individual and systemic complaints using a framework of procedural fairness - Extensive experience in research, policy development and program implementation, analysis, report writing, case management procedures - Proven experience in promoting human rights in diverse and developing countries (and Canada) with vulnerable populations as an international consultant - Experience conducting assessments, training, developing curriculum, policy, programs – building capacity in justice/education systems, focusing on human rights, equality, diversity, gender - Strong background in human rights issues and international, national, and provincial legislation - Ability to deal with sensitive issues and navigate complaint processes, tribunals, administrative law remedies and adherence to procedural fairness - Strong facilitation skills, workshops and experience in teaching at the post-secondary level and developing and delivering training curriculum for professionals - Superior ability to analyze complex subjects - Strong writing and analytical skills - Demonstrated strong leadership, interpersonal skills, presentation and speaking skills that contributed to successful partnership and projects - Strong problem solving, creative/strategic thinking, case resolution and negotiating/mediating skills