Local and Global Work
Rochelle is dedicated to advancing quality education in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education). Her work spans local and global contexts, with a focus on building sustainable communities, expanding access to learning, and strengthening youth leadership. Her experience includes supporting school construction projects in Kenya, working with a local orphanage in Fiji, mentoring young entrepreneurs in Australia, serving as a youth ambassador with organizations such as Theirworld, Plan International Canada, World Vision, and Youth Talks, and interning at the United Nations headquarters in New York.
In addition to her education and advocacy work, Rochelle advises global institutions on education policy. Through roles with the United Nations and the World Bank, she has contributed to education policy discussions with the Global Partnership for Education, moderated panels with Member States and civil society leaders, represented youth at the United Nations Girls’ Education Initiative, and advised on issues including gender equality, child safety, and freedom of expression. She currently serves as Director of Youth Engagement and Alumni Relations (Board Member) with The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Canada.
Alongside her global work, Rochelle has remained deeply engaged in civic life. Her candidacy in municipal politics, which earned the support of more than 23,000 voters, further reinforced her commitment to public service and community-driven change. Across education, policy, and youth leadership, she continues to work toward meaningful, long-term impact while encouraging others to participate in building a more equitable and educated world.












