Zahra Hudani Board Member, YWCA Metro Vancouver

Zahra is a Human Resources professional with over 20 years of experience in large organizations. As an HR Generalist, she has spent much of her time advising on and executing complex organizational-wide projects, including highly sensitive investigations, large reorganizations and the COVID-19 response. 

Zahra currently serves a Senior Strategic Business Advisor at BC Hydro, providing strategic and operational advice on projects and initiatives. She is also part of the Electrification Project Management Office leading a collaboration initiative between BC Hydro and local governments to more effectively accelerate electrification. 

Zahra has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources and Marketing from Simon Fraser University and holds a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. 

Volunteerism is a value Zahra holds deeply, previously serving as Co-Chair of a Board of Directors for a West End daycare. She currently volunteers as a Career Readiness Committee Member with the Economic Planning Board, where she supports newcomers to Canada with identifying employment opportunities and career and interview coaching.