Guided by Mary Ward’s call to be seekers of truth and doers of justice, We advance social justice through research, communication, education, advocacy and action.

The Mary Ward Centre, is seeking an energetic, creative, and faith-inspired Youth Engagement Animator for Social Justice Advocacy (Youth Animator) to accompany and empower youth and young adults (ages 15-35) as leaders for justice, peace, human dignity, and the integrity of creation.

The Mary Ward Centre’s work with migrant workers is closely connected to the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, SDG 1: No Poverty, and SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being. These goals reinforce the importance of protecting migrant workers’ rights, promoting safe and fair working conditions, reducing inequalities, and improving access to essential health and social supports.

My experience at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) was extraordinary. It was an incredible opportunity to represent the Mary Ward Centre and Crisis in Our City by presenting the policy research I completed on housing justice in Canada. Throughout the week, I presented the research during two UN side events, where I had the chance to speak with NGOs, civil society organizations, government representatives, and people from around the world who are working tow