I've worked alongside others to expand access to health care, strengthen food security, support mental health, advance systems change, and promote human rights.
Organizer · 2011-2021 · Vancouver, BC
Played a lead role in establishing Canada's first wellness clinic run entirely by and for trans, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people. Helped establish the informed-consent model of care now recognized as best practice across BC.
Co-founder · 2014-2018 · Vancouver, BC
Forged a partnership with Saige Community Food Bank providing community meals, skill-building, and a place for trans and nonbinary people to build connection in a safe, welcoming environment.
Lead Organizer · 2017 · Vancouver, BC
Secured a grant and developed a trauma-informed program with PACE Society that offered holistic wellness supports and community care for trans sex workers in a safe, affirming space.
Lead Organizer · 2014 · Province-wide
Played a lead role in organizing a grassroots advocacy initiative that directly contributed to the establishment of BC's first province-wide transgender health program: Trans Care BC.
Organizer · 2014 · Vancouver, BC
Part of a community coalition that secured a SOGI-inclusive policy at the Vancouver School Board, helping set a precedent for districts across B.C.
Campaign Office Organizer · 2011 · Vancouver, BC
Coordinated daily operations for a busy campaign office, managing information flow, volunteer direction, and front-of-house activity. Our candidate eventually became Premier of British Columbia.