Parsoua Shirzad, MPP

Volunteer

Helena Murcelle was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. She is currently nearing the end of her Bachelors degree, majoring in Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University, and a minor in Archaeology. Helena has a strong passion dedicated towards research related to identifying and advocating for equity deserving populations, and use of statistical analyses. Helena wishes to continue her studies and research, with a Masters in Public Health (MPH), focusing on inequities within marginalized communities. Currently, Helena is taking a directed studies course (HSCI 488-Children and Youth, Equity and Climate Change) with Dr. Maya Gislason. Helena hopes to present a manuscript incorporating the rich data gathered from the course, to the Canadian Public Health Association, related to supporting youth and future generations, coping through the global climate change crisis. In Helena's spare time, she enjoys hiking in the Squamish area, spending quality time with family, and practicing yoga.