OJEN Staff
Staff Members’ Information and Contact
Executive Director
Jessica brings to OJEN her experience working with newcomers in addition to her previous employment and volunteer activities in the non-profit sector for the past 15 years.
Jessica Reekie
Director of Outreach Programs
Mara joins OJEN with a background in corporate law and experience working with marginalized youth in mentoring capacities.
Mara Clarke
Acting Director of Educator Support
Nat comes to OJEN with a background in social theory, research and education. He is an Ontario Certified Teacher specializing in Inner-City Education and holds a Master of Arts in sociology…
Nat Paul
Acting Director of Outreach Programs
Lisa comes to OJEN with a background in health education, research and community outreach.
Lisa Brown
Manager of Research and Evaluation
With over a decade of experience working with marginalized youth in the not-for-profit sector both internationally and nationally, Asha is excited to bring her passion for education and…
Asha daCosta
Program Manager -
Educator Support
Chris runs the OBA/OJEN Competitive Mock Trials program: OJEN’s partnership with Ontario Bar Association to provide competitive mock trial tournaments to students in all regions of the province.
Chris Ferguson
Program Manager -
Outreach
Enisoné has a strong background in social justice, advocacy, non-profit management, community based research, and community development.
Enisoné L. Kadiri
Program Manager -
Outreach
Jean-François joins OJEN with a background in law. Jean-François is a graduate of the National Program of the University of Ottawa and has obtained a licence in both Civil and Common Law.
Jean-François Morin
Project Leader -
Educator Support and Outreach
Kristy comes to OJEN with experience working in law, education and the non-profit sector.
Kristy Pagnutti
Manager of Legal and Digital Development
Michelle joins OJEN with a background in social justice law and a passion for advocacy, culture, and communication.
Michelle Thompson
Communications and Grants Manager
Nadine comes to OJEN with a strong background in not-for-profit administration having more than a decade of experience as a performing arts fundraiser, publicist and…
Nadine Demoe
Office Manager
Renae joins the OJEN team with over ten years of professional experience in administration including successful positions in Customer Service, Account Representation and Billing Administration.