Barbara Lavoie, B.A., M.S.W. offers a unique blend of
writing skills and community development experience. For more than 10 years,
she provided a variety of professional consulting services to both the non-profit
and public sectors. Find out about her community experience online at Experience Profile.
She is
currently applying her writing and research skills and experience as a
freelance journalist working for several Montreal-area community newspapers.
Her assignments cover local events and initiatives and focus on the
contribution made by individuals and organizations. Examples include: public
and municipal government meetings; educational and health programs; heritage,
cultural and arts events; community service organizations; and, local
businesses. Read some her published articles online at Writing Samples.
For several
years she volunteered as a journalist and photographer for a Montreal-based
e-zine and web site promoting Quebec blue musicians. Barbara attended music
events and festivals, interviewed artists, wrote reviews and articles, and took
photos. Visit the site at Le Net Blues.
An excellent
interviewer, she is always able to ‘get the story.’ She receives ongoing
acknowledgement from the people and organizations she writes about. Contact
Barbara at Tel: 514-285-8993 or Fax: 514-285-9022.
Copyright ©
Barbara Lavoie, 2004