KAREN REID SIDHU

Executive Director
Karen is a senior development and community safety professional with over 35 years of experience spearheading projects within the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. She brings solid relationships with local communities, government, and private industry.
Karen identified common values and interests, generating active and enthusiastic participation with community partners in her roles with Fortis BC, ICBC, and with two national charities. Her creative ideas and concepts were launched into actionable and measurable campaigns and projects, resulting in increased public safety and awareness and revenue streams that achieved or surpassed all goals both regionally and nationally.
Karen is the former Chair of the Board of Trustees with Surrey Libraries. She is sits on the Transit Police Chiefs Community Council and was former Chair. Karen also received BCLTA Trustee of the Year and recently received the distinguished "Outstanding Canadian" award (one of 15 recipients in Canada). She is a graduate of the University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business in Sales and Marketing Management, and holds a designation as a Certified Marketing Executive. Karen also studied Public Relations at the University of Victoria. Karen joined Surrey Crime Prevention Society as the Executive Director in 2012.
AMAN BADESHA

Manager of Operations & Human Resources
Aman Badesha was born and raised in Surrey B.C. She studied at the British Columbia Institute Of Technology (BCIT) and received her Associate certificate in Human Resources. She graduated from BCIT in December of 2021, with a strong foundation in HR principles and practices and is excited to contribute to the field of Human Resources, making a positive impact with Surrey Crime Prevention Society.
In addition to her wealth of knowledge, Aman is prepared to make a difference in the community and work with the #GreenTeam to support community enhancement throughout Surrey. Applying her understanding of HR fundamentals including recruitment and training, employee relations, compensation and benefits, labour relations, and HR law and policies, Aman is committed to continuously learn and grow within the HR profession.
During her free time, Aman finds great joy in being outdoors and taking her dog out for walks.
TEJVIR JOSAN

Manager of Volunteer Resources
Tejvir is a graduate from the Criminology program at Simon Fraser University and is pursuing a career in law enforcement. In his free time, Tejvir enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle, challenging himself in different ways, and being outdoors. As SCPS' Manager of Volunteer Resources, and resident of Surrey, Tejvir aims to raise community awareness and motivate others into serving the communities in which they live in.
Furthermore, Tejvir hopes to increase safety in the City of Surrey while meeting new people and getting their perspectives on life.
ANDRE CRUZ

Marketing & Sponsorship Specialist
A graduate from Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Bachelor of Business Administration: Marketing Management program, André has served as SCPS’ Marketing & Sponsorship Specialist since February 2023. André joined the SCPS team due to his love for Surrey, as well as his desire to give back to his community.
Additionally, André has utilized his educational background to develop applicable marketing strategies to increase engagement and drive more traffic to SCPS’ media channels and content. He is also very passionate about bettering his local community’s safety by drawing from his professional, academic, and volunteering experiences. André enjoys reading, exercising outdoors, and the occasional video game or three.
DARREN BRIERLEY

Senior Community Safety Specialist
Darren is currently a student in his final term at KPU where he is pursuing a B.A. in Criminology. After graduation, Darren aspires to work with either the RCMP or a municipal agency as a police constable.
Darren started with the Surrey Crime Prevention Society as a volunteer in early 2019 and has participated in many of the programs offered. On his days off, Darren enjoys spending time outdoors with his friends and family and loves watching movies.
MANJOT DOSANJH

Community Safety Specialist
Manjot is currently in her second year at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. She is studying business, and her long-term goal is to pursue a career in law enforcement. She joined Surrey Crime Prevention as a volunteer in May 2021. After volunteering for one year Manjot decided to apply to become one of the community safety specialists. Because of her customer service experience working in retail and leadership experience working with the youth, Manjot was hired in April 2022.
Manjot loves working with the youth, and staying active in her community. During her free time, she loves to take her dog on walks, spend quality time with family and go on hikes in the wilderness.
MANJODH KANG

Community Safety Specialist
Manjodh is currently a student at the Justice Institute of British Columbia enrolled in the Law Enforcement Studies program and is pursuing a career in the public service field. His passion for public safety and service led him to volunteer with Surrey Crime Prevention Society, where he was eventually hired as a Community Safety Specialist and is currently fulfilling his role as a Coordinator for the Citizen’s Community Safety Watch Program.
Manjodh hopes to make a positive impact within his community while gaining valuable experiences and skills in the field that can be applied to a career in law enforcement. In his free time, Manjodh likes going to the gym, playing sports, learning about history and current events, and enjoying the great outdoors.
PREETI NEGI

Community Safety Specialist
Preeti has volunteered with the Surrey Crime Prevention Society since July 2021 and was hired as a Community Safety Specialist in the Spring of 2022. She is passionate about helping her community and credits this as her motivation to get involved with the organization. She hopes to gain valuable experience for her future career.
She is currently doing her major in Criminology at Simon Fraser University and hopes to pursue a career in law enforcement. On her days off, She enjoys outdoor activities, watching movies, and spending quality time with her family.
DYLLAN HARRIS

Community Safety Specialist
Dyllan Harris is a Community Safety Specialist with our Citizens Community Safety Watch Program. Prior to his role of a Community Safety Specialist, he was a volunteer with the Surrey Crime Prevention Society. During his time as a volunteer, he has gained valuable knowledge and experience about his community by helping to complete our mission of a 360° holistic approach to community safety. Dyllan is passionate about making a difference in his community, and is a strong leader. His hobbies include sports, serving his community, and traveling.
Dyllan is a graduate from the Justice Institute of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Law Enforcement Studies. Dyllan aspires to obtain a career in Law Enforcement with the Surrey Police Service.
DEEPA HEER

Community Safety Specialist
Deepa is currently a student at Simon Fraser University majoring in Criminology. He hopes to pursue a career as a police officer in the future and is currently working towards that goal.
Deepa has been working since he was sixteen years of age and has enjoyed having a full work load successfully managing school and work. Deepa played rugby throughout high school, but now has a focus of preparing physically by attending the gym to prepare for the physical requirements for his future career goals. Exercising has played a major role in his life, allowing him to become more disciplined while focusing on health.
ARJUN BUDIAL

Community Safety Specialist
Arjun has been a volunteer with Surrey Crime Prevention since June 2022 and was
hired as a Community Safety Specialist during the early months of 2023. Arjun is extremely
passionate about giving back to his community with the hopes of pursuing a career in public service. Arjun has been serving his community for multiple years starting with an
RCMP Program and then transitioning over to Surrey Crime Prevention.
Arjun has been involved with key programs like the Iris Program with the RCMP and by working with SCPS, he hopes to further his knowledge and tools to ultimately give back to a great city. Arjun Is currently studying at Simon Fraser University in a Bachelor's program.
RAVNEET SAHOTA

Community Safety Specialist
Ravneet graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Criminology in 2022. Excited for what the future holds, Ravneet is enjoying gaining experience and knowledge while working towards ensuring community safety. Surrey is where she was born, where she went to school, and where she plans to continue working and giving back to the community. One day, Ravneet hopes to use her expertise from Surrey Crime Prevention Society and apply these skills at a larger scale for the CBSA.
Aside from work and school, Ravneet enjoys chasing sunsets, satisfying her sweet tooth, spending time with family and friends, and trying new things.
INDERJIT B.

Community Safety Specialist
Inderjit has been a volunteer with Surrey Crime Prevention Society (SCPS) since May 2021 where he has supported community safety programs & initiatives with community partners. His most fulfilling role has been as a Mentor through the Community Safety Youth Mentorship Program, providing mentorship to vulnerable youth. Inderjit is passionate about making his community a safer place and believes that SCPS is a great way to instill a sense of civic pride in the community and inspire youth to positive action.
Inderjit is currently completing his Bachelor’s Degree and has experience in healthcare security along with volunteering experience for other organizations. He hopes to use his experience to enhance safety in the City and make valuable connections with community partners.