Staff Directory
KAREN pICTOU
Executive Director
“The work we are doing today is a continuation of the work our grandmothers started.”
jUSTINE mALONEY
Employment/Economic Development Director
“It is this work that I am passionate about, walking together with our sisters to help them in discovering their potential, overcoming their challenges and achieving their dreams.”
Vanessa Peckford
Human Resources Manager
“To continue the legacy of our Ancestors and strengthen the voices of our women today.”
mARY jANE aBRAM
Legal Advisor
“A trusted Mi’kmaq Legal Advisor dedicated to supporting and the advising Indigenous non-profit organizations since 2004.”
dAWN mCdONALD
Tripartite Liaison
“Perseverance of our women is in the knowledge that there is strength in unity and they possess the ability to stand alone.”
Lisa Carr
Director – Jane Paul Indigenous Resource Centre
“Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Keep going. Tough situations build strong people in the end.” Roy T. Bennett
Allison redmond
Administrative Assistant, JPC
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
Tiffany Lee
“Because true belonging only happens when we present our authentic, imperfect selves to the world, our sense of belonging can never be greater than our level of self-acceptance.”
― Brené Brown
Kennedy Marshall
“I raise up my voice—not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard. … We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.” – Malala Yousafzai
