SeeChange is driven by the principles of humanity and solidarity

James Orbinski is professor and Director of York University’s Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research. As a medical doctor, a humanitarian practitioner, a best-selling author, and a global health scholar Dr. Orbinski is a strong advocate for actively participating in shaping the world to make it more just, equitable, and compassionate.

Jerry Natanine is a proud native of Clyde River, Nunavut where he was raised. With several years of experience working for Ilisaqsivik, Jerry completed the Our Life's Journey: Inuit Counsellor Training Program offered by the organization. Throughout his life, Jerry has taken on various leadership positions in Clyde River, such as serving as Chair of the Hunters and Trappers Organization. Today, Jerry is honored to hold the position of Mayor of Clyde River for the second time.

Igah Sanguya currently sits on the Board of the Ilisaqsivik Society and serves as the Community Health Representative of Clyde River, Nunavut. In the past, Igah has also served on the Board of Directors of Pauktuutit and the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network.

Stephen Lewis is co-director of the international advocacy organization AIDS-Free World and co-chair of the board of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. He has previously served as the UN Special Envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa, as Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF, and as Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations.

Dr. Jennifer Furin is a highly skilled infectious diseases clinician and medical anthropologist with 25 years of experience in providing care to vulnerable populations affected by TB and HIV, with a special focus on children suffering from drug-resistant forms of TB. As a lecturer at Harvard Medical School, she uses her expertise to educate the next generation of healthcare professionals. In addition, Dr. Furin serves as a consultant for various organizations, working to promote person-centered care and improve healthcare outcomes.

Dr. Courtney Howard is an Emergency Physician in Canada’s subarctic, and board President of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE). As the lead author of the 2017 and 2018 Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change Briefings for Canadian Policymakers, she made significant contributions to the field. In 2018, she also held the position of International Policy Director for the Lancet Countdown.

Daniel Solomon is a businessman and trustee of the Heathside Charitable Trust which is a family charity based in London, United Kingdom. The charity funds projects both in the UK and overseas.

Georgia White is a Strategy and Policy Associate at the international advocacy organization AIDS-Free World. Over the past decade, Georgia has worked in the United States, Cambodia and her home country of Australia as an advocate and policy expert on health and social justice issues.

Grace Yang is the Chief troublemaker at TEDxMontrealWomen, where she curates and inspires speakers to challenge themselves and give their most impactful presentations. With her energetic leadership style, she directs a vibrant team of volunteers and cultivates a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Prior to her role at TEDxMontrealWomen, Grace had a background in the investment industry, where she gained experience on both the buy and sell sides of the market.