Board of directors
Ekta Wadhwa- Director
Results-oriented internationally-trained social and community development professional with a strong academic
background and extensive work experience in the areas of media, counseling and training for non-profit and non-governmental
organizations. Ekta obtained a Masters in Mass Communication along with a post-graduate diploma in Advertising and Public Relations.
Recognized as a highly committed global-minded professional dedicated to making a difference in the lives of developing
communities. Her career reflects an innovative and positive approach to diversity and individual difference to enrich the social fabric.
Successfully managed a wide array of educational projects including research and networking with varying stakeholders for
businesses, communities, NGO’s and governmental organizations and agenciesof their background or circumstances.
Deborah Henry - Director
Deborah is a Canadian social worker with experience in the cancer society and Alzheimer’s society; Her background is in the manufacturing industry, owning and operating a beauty supply store and is a successful community intervention specialist. She was born in Guyana, South America and immigrated to Canada in 1975 where she now calls Brampton home. She earned her degree in business management attending school in Windsor and London, Ontario. A lifelong athlete, she has coached track & field, soccer and volleyball. Deborah has been volunteering for over 40 years and a core belief that continues to drive her daily is there is goodness in this world if we can sit at the table and have a discussion with one another and find common ground, no matter where you come from. Deborah has two adult children and four grandchildren. When she’s not volunteering, she loves to travel, try new food, go hiking and spend time with her family and friends.
Shubham Vig- Director
Shubham Vig - A young and dynamic aerospace engineer whose passion for making a difference extends beyond the realms of science and technology. Beyond her professional expertise, Shubham is dedicated to community service, channeling her energy towards helping those in need. A fervent advocate for gender equality, she exemplifies a harmonious blend of innovation, compassion, and social responsibility.
Our Amazing Team
Dianne Burge- Project Implementation Manager
Actively involved in community services from 3 decades
Shelja Garg- Life coach and mental health counselor
Shelja Garg, CPA is a Business Operations Manager, Life Coach and Mental Health Advocate.
After facing mental health issues including depression, anxiety and workplace burnout while working in a high stress public accounting firm for 6 years, she quit her job to go on a healing journey which lead to life-changing personal transformation and growth.
Shelja now teaches people how to take care of their mental health, practice empathy and positivity to transform their ego-based mindset and make intuitive decisions to help them thrive in their own career and life.
Ami Sharma- Art and Media coordinator
Ami Sharma (aka AmiSha) is a multifaceted talent, blending the worlds of music and social work with passion and purpose. As a singer, she captivates audiences with her soulful voice and crafting melodies that resonate with authenticity and emotion.
Offstage, AmiSha channels her energy into making a positive impact in the community as a dedicated social worker. With a commitment to social justice and empowerment, she tirelessly advocates for marginalized populations, working to uplift and support individuals facing adversity.
Combining her artistic prowess with her compassionate spirit, AmiSha strives to create harmony both in music and in the world, inspiring others to join her in the pursuit of social change and collective well-being.