With over 30 years of leadership experience in social service management, Wendy has established a distinguished career focused on advancing social justice, equity, and diversity across community-based, non-profit, and advocacy sectors. Her expertise includes strategic planning, program development, stakeholder engagement, and human trafficking advocacy. Wendy has collaborated extensively with community agencies, law enforcement, and justice systems to combat human trafficking and provide critical support to survivors.

As a respected presenter and educator with lived experience, Wendy has shared her insights on anti-human trafficking strategies at international and national conferences, as well as public forums. In her roles as Executive Director of A New Day Youth and Adult Services and Chair of the Ottawa Coalition to End Human Trafficking, she has spearheaded impactful initiatives for marginalized communities and successfully secured over $12 million in funding for essential programs.

Driven by a commitment to trauma-informed care, innovative leadership, and public speaking, Wendy continues to inspire meaningful change, empower vulnerable populations, and lead cross-sector collaborations to address urgent social challenges.