Em (they/them, she/her) is a queer parent, mental health advocate, and policy consultant from the west coast of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Their work focuses on supporting equity-seeking groups, people who have experienced trauma, and those facing systemic barriers to accessing quality care.
Em currently works in peer support service design and delivery in the non-profit and mental health sectors, supporting mental health and wellbeing of older adults and members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
Em co-chair’s the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s Youth Council, and is a member of the Patient Voice Advisory with the Canadian Medical Association.
