I am originally from Mohkinstis, otherwise known as Calgary, Alberta, on Treaty 7 Territory. I now call Hamilton, Ontario home.

I hold my PhD from the School of Social Work at McMaster University. My doctoral work was inspired by many years of community social work practice work with girls in Calgary. While I was practicing as a community social worker, I witnessed first hand the many ways that young people are working to influence positive social and environmental change in their peer groups, schools, communities, and beyond. My interest in child participatory rights is derived from this experience, and at the heart of my work are questions about how adults can better listen to kids when they tell us what they’d like for their lives and their worlds.

In my downtime, you might find me enjoying local arts and music shows, out for a walk with my dog, Roo, or exploring different coffee shops trying to find the best americano and little sweet treat.