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 Coordinator
“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.”
eLLEN mARSHALL
Events Manager/Public Relations Officer
“Our struggles as a nation are fulfilling our destiny – we are making history one woman at a time.”
Vanessa Peckford
Human Resources Manager/Executive Assistant
“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 possess the ability to stand alone.”
Vacant
Director – Jane Paul Indigenous Resource Centre
“Advocating for our Mi’kmaq women is a passion while striving towards the ultimate goal of eliminating all forms of violence in every form by gaining traditional knowledge and culture to empower and strengthen ourselves.”
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
lisa Carr
MMIWG Prevention Worker
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”