Passionate about people engagement and social innovation, Faye has worked in Canada's Parliament, at the University of British Columbia (UBC), in the venture capital industry, and for the United Nations. Her diverse international and domestic work experience has taught her the importance of global understanding and local engagement, which led her to create GLOCAL, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to digital civic engagement and youth engagement in Canada. Faye received her B.A. from UBC and an M.A. from Harvard University. She is a proud mother who is constantly juggling the responsibilities of family, work and community services.

Faye respectfully acknowledges that she is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations.

I would like to respectfully acknowledge that I am located on the territory covered by Treaty 1, the traditional territory of the Anishinabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and the homeland of the Métis nation.

As a Project Manager at GLOCAL, Joseph is responsible for overseeing the project throughout the entire lifecycle. He graduated from University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Enterprise Management. In his spare time, Joseph enjoys curating recipes, playing video games and exploring Web 4.0 business applications.

Joseph respectfully acknowledges that he is located on the traditional territories Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabeg peoples.

I would like to begin by acknowledging that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people first signed with the British Crown in 1725.

With a background in legal analysis, research, and civic engagement, Paula has valuable experience and a passion for helping others. She is a proud member of the Hispanic community and has contributed to an interdisciplinary social project, as well as managed cases as a Legal Analyst and Supervisor. Paula holds a Master's in Constitutional Law from Spain and a LLB from Colombia, demonstrating her commitment to learning. She is passionate about making a positive impact and looks forward to contributing to future projects.

Paula respectfully acknowledges that she is located in Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.

Jia Yue brings passion for research and for public outreach to connect all Canadians with the information they need to become active civic participants. Jia Yue graduated with a bachelor's degree in psychology honours and English honours and will pursue a master's in education at the University of British Columbia.

I would like to respectfully acknowledge that I am located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

As Program Officer at GLOCAL, I work on community engagement and program administration. I am an undegraduate at Carleton University with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice. In my spare time, I enjoy staying connected with friends, capturing the beauty of nature with my camera, and creating new recipes in the kitchen.

I would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg people.

As a Refugee Affairs Officer at GLOCAL, I work on community engagement and youth engagement. I am currently an undergraduate student at Carleton University with a Bachelor of Global and International Studies Specialization in Global Politics. In my spare time, I enjoy staying connected with friends and family, reading, cooking, and running.

I would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people.