An Kosurko M.A. Sustainability Studies

Strategic Communications Specialist, Researcher, Writer

A community-based researcher and narrative construction worker, An embeds herself in organizations and considers curiosity her greatest asset.

An Kosurko is a communications specialist with a flair for the narrative in capturing stories for diverse organizations. She brings with her a unique understanding of the multi-faceted nature of organizational sustainability and an extensive background in marketing communications, arts administration, and video production. She excels in collaborative environments that demand adaptability in planning, implementation, and dissemination of knowledge, values, and voices.

A Research Associate with the Trent Centre for Aging & Society, An has most recently enjoyed assisting with the data collection and dissemination on a CIHR-funded study “Improving social inclusion for Canadians with dementia and their carers through Sharing Dance” investigating the expansion of the Sharing Dance Seniors program developed by Baycrest Health and Canada’s National Ballet School. She has led projects such as the documentary production of The Mount, a story about a group of volunteers who transformed an abandoned convent into an affordable housing facility and a centre for food security. She has taught courses on Environment & Communication for the School of the Environment, Rural Community Sustainability, and Market and Managerial Research for the School of Business at Trent University. A volunteer in her community, she has helped with communications and strategy in her various roles on boards such as B!KE, Peterborough’s Community Bike Shop, the ReFrame Film Festival, and in support of local organizations like Random Acts of Green.

Strategic Communications frame the broader picture while guiding the execution of the daily details – enabling smooth internal operations — getting the messages out – connecting back to mission, vision, values, and objectives.