Justin’s journey with Change for Children started as a member of Project HOPE at MacEwan University while completing a school build in the BOSOWAS in 2011. Justin is a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in technology solutions, hailing from top organizations in Edmonton, San Francisco, and Delhi. Justin has held positions with Kiva.org and d.light Design in the USA and India to provide innovative ways to include the excluded using technology globally. Currently serving as the VP of Business Development at Catalis, a leader in government technology and payment processing, Justin brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong commitment to driving positive change. His vision aligns with CFCA’s vision of leveraging technology for meaningful impact.

Janice is a dedicated Executive Leader and trusted Business Partner with over 25 years of experience in management consulting, service delivery, and business operations. She has a proven track record of transforming complex business challenges into measurable, value-driven solutions for public sector clients and Fortune 500 companies. As an innovative thought leader, Janice has consistently driven organizational growth and efficiency through strategic initiatives and digital transformation. In collaboration with stakeholders and globally distributed teams, Janice has guided enterprise solutions from design to implementation to deliver outstanding business results.

Janice is driven by a passion for enabling individuals and organizations by harnessing the power of technology and strategic innovation to drive positive change. Her values and purpose align with Change for Children’s vision of empowering children and communities to thrive. Janice is committed to ensuring CFC’s strategic initiatives and governance excellence contribute to the organization’s growth, impact, and sustainability. Together we can create a brighter future for all. 

Yemurai has worked in the actuarial consulting field specializing in pensions for 5 years. She has experience with project and risk management of multi-employer pension plans where she contributes to data driven decision making and strategic planning. Yemurai has strong leadership, analytical and stakeholder management skills. She also has an extensive volunteer background from mentoring and training orphans and vulnerable children in Zimbabwe to securing funding from Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) for the Centre for the Development of Women and Children (CDWC) through proposal writing. Yemurai is passionate about contributing to the well-being of women and children in marginalized communities and the skills and experience she has acquired to date will enable her to contribute meaningfully to the efforts of Change for Children Association in its mandate to build civil society capacity in Canada and the global south to promote health, human rights and create solutions to poverty through sustainable development.

Doris is the Director, Planning and Project Delivery at Civida where she has made a strong contribution to the affordable housing sector. In addition to her extensive knowledge in Capital and Strategic planning, Doris continues to change the narrative on women in leadership by empowering women of all ages. She is an active member of CREW Edmonton, Alberta’s Chapter of Women in Leadership and the Board Secretary at the YWCA Edmonton. Prior to joining Civida, Doris spent over 10 years in the Education sector where she executed many successful projects including the championing and innovation of safe, accessible and inclusive play spaces for children.

Doris has been a recipient of The Edmonton’s Edify Magazine’s Top 40 under 40, Class of 2022, a recipient of the Healthy Community Award for Most Significant Change, 2022, and acknowledged as a Women of Influence, 2023, from The Planner’s Magazine.

Originally from Québec, Steve is a Principal who has been in the world of education for more than 30 years and taught in 4 different provinces. With a Master’s degree specializing in teaching mathematics, he is passionate about the psychology of learning and the use of technology in the classroom. In his spare time, he likes to travel, spend time outdoors and is learning Spanish. He has volunteered for numerous organizations from the finance committee to football to an international adoption society. He considers himself very fortunate to have been a part of the first ATA teaching tour to Guatemala in partnership with Change for Children.

Change for Children has always had a special place in my heart ever since my first visit to Nicaragua in 2013 with CFCA and seeing first-hand how the organization makes a difference in people’s lives.

I have been traveling to almost all corners of Central America for the last 30 years always absorbing the culture and meeting the people. Retired from the University of Saskatchewan after 26 years of service. Volunteering is one thing that gives me great joy, so if there is a community event or a festival I’m usually involved. The people of  Guatemala and the BOSAWAS bioreserve of Nicaragua have always held a special place in my heart, and I look forward to many more visits to both regions.

Adela brings a diverse background in education and a strong commitment to supporting young people. Adela has experience as an ESL teacher for elementary students and as a business and marketing instructor for junior high students at Korrnell Academy in Zhubei City, Taiwan. Currently, she works as an educational assistant at the Boyle Street Education Center, where she supports at-risk youth in their academic and personal development.

Adela earned her degree in Business Administration from National Chengchi University in Taiwan but has always had a passion for education. Throughout her stay in Taiwan, she started teaching English to children from different ages and volunteering to teach abroad. She has also been actively involved in volunteer work, including helping newcomer children adapt to life in Canada at the Edmonton Mennonite Center for Newcomers, and assisting in teaching English, Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies at the Kipepeo Community Empowerment Program in Luanda, Kenya.

A recipient of the MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) Scholarship, Adela also developed the first curriculum and educational material for Business and Marketing at Korrnell Academy. Outside of her professional and volunteer work, she enjoys traveling, community building, and acquiring new skills through various experiences.