This category holds: Investigators, Awardees, Trainees, Fer Graduates, Family Members, Fellows
Olivia Tsihilias
Olivia is a Ph.D. student at the University of British Columbia, under the supervision of Dr. Jill Zwicker.
This category holds: Investigators, Awardees, Trainees, Fer Graduates, Family Members, Fellows
Olivia is a Ph.D. student at the University of British Columbia, under the supervision of Dr. Jill Zwicker.
Amy Pietrantonio is a Ph.D. candidate in Anatomy and Cell Biology and Collaborative Program in Developmental Biology at the University of Western Ontario.
Jessica is a second year M.Sc. student at McGill University, studying rehabilitation science. She pursued a master's degree to expand her knowledge in the field of pediatric neurodevelopmental disabilities, and contribute to innovation and advocacy for this community.
Samantha Noyek is a CHILD-BRIGHT Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Manitoba in the Department of Pediatrics and Child Health. She is currently conducting research focused on the cross-Canada implementation of the BRIGHT Coaching program.
Jessy support advocate-leaders in co-creating Brave Spaces of Intentional Inclusivity and Fierce Belonging that transforms Workplace Cultures to increase engagement for innovative teams.
Alex help entrepreneurs, professionals and change-makers build their public speaking skills and confidence, connect with their audience in meaningful ways and feel great while they do it.
With almost 30 years as a specialist in the field, Mary earned a Master of Science degree in the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Speech Sciences at the University of British Columbia. A registered speech pathologist from 1994 to 2022 and a Certified Narrative Coach, her approach to elevating voices is grounded in science and executed with humanity: combining a spirit of deep empathy, an appreciation of humour, and a love of great writing.
Tracy Vaillancourt
Valorie Crooks is a Simon Fraser University geography professor and Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Health Service Geographies.
Geoff has 25 years of international experience in business, government, non-profits and higher education, complemented by an extensive track record of community service and volunteer board engagements.