Our Team
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Cory Witter
As Executive Director Cory creates the organization's strategy, ensures equity is integrated and practiced in all facets of YCL’s work and builds relationships to expand the impact of our work. Cory has worked in the nonprofit sphere since 2017 with a focus on finance, operations, and business development for youth-focused organizations. Her passions revolve around climate justice, food security, LGBTQ+ social justice, mental health, and empowering/supporting youth to be change makers in their communities.
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Kate Ashwood
As Impact Manager Kate leads the measurement, evaluation and learning (MEL) of the organization and communications strategies to amplify organizational impact. She also manages Activate (You)th, collaborations and partnerships. Kate is a curious problem solver who is passionate about building community resilience to climate change. Specifically, she hopes to make the climate space as accessible as possible through communication strategies and inclusive reporting practices.
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Siobhan Takala
As Senior Programs Manager Siobhan directs the implementation of YCL programs, including managing program staff, supporting program design, and managing internal processes that ensure YCL programs have their intended impacts. She was Co-Founder and Co-Director of Let’s Sprout, a youth-led initiative dedicated to youth creativity, authentic leadership and environmental education, and has been named a Top 25 Environmentalist by The Starfish Canada. Siobhan is a life-long creative who loves to dance, sew, and sing.