Rita Parikh Icd.d

Rita Parikh ICD.D is an accomplished leader in strategic planning and organizational management with extensive experience across various sectors, including non-profit and regulatory organizations. Currently serving as Director on the Board of Oxfam Canada and Chair of the Board at Vancity, Rita also runs a consulting practice specializing in strategic planning and communications. Previous roles include Executive Director of the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, Harmonization Project Manager for the Association of Canadian Occupational Therapy Regulatory Organizations, and Executive Director positions at Canadian Parents for French - BC and Yukon and Pacific Peoples' Partnership. Rita has demonstrated expertise in leading multi-stakeholder initiatives, implementing national competency-based assessment systems, and advancing the rights of indigenous peoples. With advanced degrees in International Affairs and Journalism, Rita has effectively facilitated collaboration among diverse groups and managed significant organizational changes throughout a dynamic career.