Eric Rivera Dizon
Community Connector @Actiondignity
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WORK HISTORY
Community Connector @Actiondignity
Calgary, AB, CA
Established deep, consistent connections with ECC leaders, serving as a mentor and resource person while honouring cultural values, lived experiences, and languages.• Facilitated leadership training workshops using tools such as the GrOW platform, organizational sustainability assessments, and community action plan templates to help leaders lead with confidence.• Coordinated conversation circles, cultural events, and collaborative gatherings that created space for ECCs to voice concerns, celebrate identity, and build social capital.• Supported ECCs in identifying systemic barriers through Community-Based Participatory Action Research (CBPAR), developing policy positions, and preparing for meetings with decision-makers and public institutions.• Provided technical and relational support to ECCs in charitable partnerships, proposal development, internal assessments, and governance planning. • Played an active role in ActionDignity’s policy advocacy framework, particularly in the Ethnocultural Caucus, co-building initiatives around equity, anti-racism, and community voice.Key Achievements: Co-facilitated anti-racism education sessions through the lens of faith, engaging diverse faith leaders in dialogue on equity and inclusion. Organized and co-led men’s well-being events in collaboration with the University of Calgary, addressing mental health, masculinity, and community resilience among ethnocultural men. Successfully invited several ethnocultural organizations to join ActionDignity as official partnership members, expanding its network and deepening community impact.
EDUCATION
University of Santo Tomas
Behavioral Science, Psychology, Human Resources, Training and Developement
Nazarene Theological Seminary
Master's degree, Theology/Theological Studies
Palmer Institute
Christian Theology, Church Management & Church Ministry
De La Salle University
Teaching Certificate, Education
Canadian Baptist Theological Seminary and College
Master's degree, Theology/Theological Studies
ABOUT ERIC RIVERA DIZON
Passionate, humble, and detail-oriented Fundraising & Donor Relations Specialist offering 7+ years of experience engaging prospective donors, soliciting funds, and sharing God’s word for religious and non-profit organizations. Recognized as an energetic relationship-builder who gains the trust and respect of culturally-diverse colleagues, external partners, and key decision-makers to formulate and implement outreach strategies. Proven history in overseeing all aspects of fundraising campaign development – from initial prospecting and strategic planning through to execution and support. Confident and articulate communicator who delivers engaging presentations, cultivates strategic partnerships, and effectively collaborates with diverse stakeholders on a day-to-day basis.
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