Passionate about people engagement and social development, Faye has worked in Canada's Parliament, at the University of British Columbia (UBC), in the venture capital industry, and for the United Nations. Her diverse international and domestic work experience has taught her the importance of global understanding and local engagement, which led her to create GLOCAL, a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to civic engagement and democratic participation in Canada. Faye received her B.A. from UBC and an M.A. from Harvard University. She is a proud mother who is constantly juggling the responsibilities of family, work, and community services.

Faye respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations.

Arian Ahmadi has over 20 years of experience under different capacities in sales, event planning, social affairs and management, she has worked with a number of Embassies, non-profit organizations, and private companies. Mrs. Ahmadi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from George Mason University and an M.B.A. from Trinity Washington University.

Arian respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the First Nations, Inuit, Métis and Algonquin Anishinaabeg people.

As a Project Manager at GLOCAL, Joseph is responsible for overseeing the project throughout the entire lifecycle. He graduated from University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Enterprise Management. In his spare time, Joseph enjoys curating recipes, playing video games and exploring Web 4.0 business applications.

Joseph respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabeg peoples.

We acknowledge we are gathered on Treaty 1 Territory and that Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline and Nehethowuk Nations. We acknowledge Manitoba is located on the Homeland of the Red River Métis.

Dr. Caruana (Ph.D. University of Western Ontario, 2016) is a political scientist whose work focuses on elections, political behaviour and democratic institutions. She enjoys gaming, lifting heavy things and putting them down again repeatedly, food, and furred quadrupedal companions.

Dr. Caruana does not reveal her location for safety reasons, but the entire country is legally and morally obliged to respect that Indigenous nations hold sovereignty and title here, and it is long since time for reparations.

As a participant success manager at GLOCAL, Diana works closely with volunteers to ensure success as well as conduct research in order to help educate Canadians and promote civic engagement. Diana is currently enrolled in her fourth year of Honours Political Science at the University of Guelph with a minor in Spanish. In her spare time, Diana likes to be involved in the University of Guelph Political Science Society, read a good book, and find new music.

Diana respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee, and Métis peoples.

As a recent high school graduate, Gemma is eager to take on the obstacles in post secondary education head on! She has accepted her offer to McGill University and is eager to roam Montreal's restaurants, art, and architecture. Her new role as Participant Success Manager, Social Media is an exciting opportunity that holds a lot of potential in assisting a younger demographic. In her spare time, Gemma loves experimenting in the kitchen with different recipes and cuisines.

Gemma respectively acknowledges that she resides on Treaty 1 territory ,traditional territory of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

Christian is a Participant Success Manager at GLOCAL, responsible for assisting with social media and creating content! In university, he graduated from the Creative Industries program at Toronto Metropolitan University and learned about all things design, from fashion to 3D to UI/UX. In his free time, he enjoys reading, running, and sewing.

Christian respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples.

As a Participant Success Manager at GLOCAL, Miguel hopes to utilize his background towards the promotion of Canada’s election processes and democratic principles. He graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Business, and hopes to use his acquired knowledge on provincial and federal politics to help GLOCAL promote civic engagement. During his free time, he enjoys skiing, playing sports, or spending time with his family.

Miguel respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.

As a Participant Success Manager, Research at GLOCAL, Alexia conducts research into the democratic process and policies in Canada, including local governance, climate change, and immigration and refugees. She is an international relations and history student at UBC and is excited to contribute to GLOCAL’s mission of building civic engagement in Canada! In her free time she can be found hiking, baking, or reading a novel.

Alexia respectfully acknowledges that she lives and works on the traditional, ancestral and unneeded territory of the coast Salish peoples: the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations

Anna is a passionate highschool student committed to making civic engagement appealing and accessible to youth across Canada through her work at GLOCAL. Devoted to learning as she grows, Anna enjoys reading, traveling and having light-hearted debates with like-minded peers.

Anna respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg, Huron-Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nations.

I am proud to be part of a team that is dedicated to assisting Canadians, especially youth and newcomers, from diverse backgrounds in every possible way. Having personally experienced the journey of being a newcomer, I understand the importance of a supportive environment and a warm welcome to Canada, and GLOCAL has been instrumental in providing exactly that. Within the GLOCAL community, I have discovered newfound courage to face challenges head-on and have forged meaningful connections with fellow individuals who have become an integral part of our cherished Canadian society. I am passionate about sharing these stories and experiences to inspire and empower others on their own journeys. With my expertise in communication, I strive to effectively convey the impact and value of GLOCAL's mission to a wider audience, ensuring that the voices of newcomers are heard and their needs are met.

We acknowledge we are gathered on Treaty 1 Territory and that Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline and Nehethowuk Nations. We acknowledge Manitoba is located on the Homeland of the Red River Métis.

As an Immigrants Engagement Officer at GLOCAL, Mabel works to support civic engagement within Canada's immigrant and refugee communities. She recently graduated high school and is planning on pursuing a degree in Media, Information, and Technoculture at Western University. In her spare time, Mabel enjoys reading detective novels, watching Mad Men, and going for coffee and long walks.

Mabel respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the territory covered by Treaty 1, the traditional territory of the Anishinabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and the homeland of the Métis nation.

As Program Officer at GLOCAL, I work on community engagement and program administration. I am an undegraduate at Carleton University with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice. In my spare time, I enjoy staying connected with friends, capturing the beauty of nature with my camera, and creating new recipes in the kitchen.

I would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg people.

As Program Officer at GLOCAL, I work on community engagement and youth engagement. I am currently an undergraduate student at Carleton University with a Bachelor of Global and International Studies Specialization in Global Politics. In my spare time, I enjoy staying connected with friends and family, reading, cooking, and running.

I would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people.

As a Youth Development Coordinator at GLOCAL, Helen works to create community-driven youth outreach projects to foster civic engagement. Entering her fourth year in Honours political science at the University of British Columbia, Helen is passionate about critical theory, grassroots work, and opening avenues of accessibility at every stage of the political process. In her spare time, you can find her reading, writing, and perusing playlists.

Helen respectfully acknowledges that she resides on the unceded traditional territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

As a Social Media Community Manager at GLOCAL, Kryzz oversees campaigns, coordinates with different teams, and ensures brand consistency across all platforms. She is currently studying Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies and Political Science at the Dalhousie University. In her spare time, Kryzz enjoys watching travel vlogs, reading good books, and connecting with friends.

Kryzz respectfully acknowledge that she resides on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territory of the Mi’kmaq and Wəlastəkwiyik. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which Mi’kmaq Wəlastəkwiyik (Maliseet), and Passamaquoddy Peoples first signed with the British Crown in 1726.

I would like to begin by acknowledging that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people first signed with the British Crown in 1725.

As a Research Assistant at GLOCAL, Bianca aims to deepen her understanding of civic engagement in Canada when transposed into an online setting. She is currently working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at the University of British Columbia. In her spare time, Bianca enjoys gaming, reading, and learning more about skincare and interior design.

Bianca respectfully acknowledges that she lives and works on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.

As a Research Associate at GLOCAL, Hannah is committed to building avenues of civic participation in Canada, especially in terms of what democratic culture looks like beyond voting. Born in Vancouver, Hannah is a fourth-year honours political science student in the Dual Degree Program between the University of British Columbia and SciencesPo, specializing in the Middle East and the Mediterranean during her time in France.

Hannah respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations.

As a Data Administrator at GLOCAL, Ben handles data related to various subjects, such as homelessness and other social issues in Canada; he also conducts research into Canadian policy, and creates educational videos on Canadian politics and history. He is currently set to study Independent and Television Production at Conestoga College in September of this year, with plans to earn a Bachelor of Creative Arts in Writing for Film and TV from Yorkville University after graduating. In his spare time, Ben enjoys writing fiction, binge watching action and comedy movies, and spending quality time with his friends and family.

Ben respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories of the Neutral, Anishnaabeg, and Haudenosaunee Peoples.

As a Researcher at GLOCAL, Daniel Cameron Schaefer aims to find relevant information and present it in a way to ensure everyone can stay informed. Cameron Schaefer has a diploma in Business Marketing from Conestoga College and enjoys reading, learning about history and mythology.

Cameron respectfully acknowledges that he resides on the traditional territory of the Wendat and the Haudenosaunee.

Hadya is GLOCAL’s Data Administrator and is in charge of database management. She is committed to identifying the most effective and efficient ways to deliver accurate and relevant information to YouCount Platform users in order to increase political participation and civic engagement. Hadya is a senior student at the University of Toronto with a focus on social sciences and humanities. She is a passionate social advocate and community worker who believes in collective action in addressing public concerns and alleviating social barriers to be instrumental to democracy. On her own time, she likes to read books, socialize with friends, and enjoys biking along the creek trails of Toronto.

Hadya respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat people. She also acknowledges that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.

Dena is the Overseas Canadians Engagement Officer at GLOCAL. She works to support the engagement of overseas Canadians in domestic democratic participation. Dena is an alma mater of York University. In her spare time she enjoys playing music, reading, and cooking new recipes.

Dena respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Wendat, the Anishnaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Métis, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.

As a Compliance Officer, Nina researches the legal framework underlying GLOCAL's work and ensures compliance with federal and provincial election law. She is a second-year student in the University of Ottawa and Carleton University's MA/JD (International Affairs) program, and enjoys good books, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends.

Nina respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People.

As a volunteer at GLOCAL, his aim is to help bridge the gap between Canadians of all groups, including the military, to provide better political engagement for all Canadians. He graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada with degrees in Political Science and History. He is a published academic author with publications on the subjects of Political Economy, disinformation, and healthcare policy in Canada. In his free time, he enjoys writing, tutoring and exploring historical ruins.

I would like to recognize that I am on the traditional territory of the Oromocto First Nations, seized in the Anglo-French war of 1758.

As a volunteer at GLOCAL, Moriah is working as a support for educational programs and community engagement. Currently studying at the University of Ottawa, Moriah is pursuing a Bachelor of Social Science with Joint Honours in Anthropology and Sociology. With a passion for adventure, Moriah spends her free time learning about and enjoying the world around her to its fullest potential by exploring new experiences with old and new friends alike.

I would like to respectfully acknowledge that I am located on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People.