About
With 20 years of experience working across government, not-for-profits and with corporations, I bring entrepreneurial energy, innovation and thoughtful disruption my work. I work on big challenges by finding solutions that give people confidence in our systems. Whether it's housing affordability, accessible childcare, ending gender violence, better community services, or the place of women in the public, our communities know what we need. My work is about surfacing those solutions.
I wish that everyone loved community involvement, civic engagement and democracy as much as I do – and I wants to build a world where our decision-making institutions better serve the interests of all of us. In my free time, I like to race streetcars on my bicycle, swim in Ontario lakes, eat delicious food and chase my two boys through Toronto’s awesome parks.
Articles by Chi
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Happy Work-Anniversary: What I’ve learned in my first year at Equal Voice
Happy Work-Anniversary: What I’ve learned in my first year at Equal Voice
By Chi Nguyen
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Hanging with the Chinese Seniors and talking politics
Hanging with the Chinese Seniors and talking politics
By Chi Nguyen
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When $900million could be so much more... on saving the Canada Student Service Grants program
When $900million could be so much more... on saving the Canada Student Service Grants program
By Chi Nguyen
Activity
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Looking for a few good people who want to make the world a better place. Having fun and doing good for men’s health!
Looking for a few good people who want to make the world a better place. Having fun and doing good for men’s health!
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Our small team at South Asian & Tamil Women's Collective has been busy planning for the year ahead. A big thank you to the LinkedIn Toronto Office…
Our small team at South Asian & Tamil Women's Collective has been busy planning for the year ahead. A big thank you to the LinkedIn Toronto Office…
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Experience
Education
Volunteer Experience
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Stakeholder and Community Engagement
Jennifer Keesmaat, Mayoralty Candidate, City of Toronto
- 3 months
Politics
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Advisory Committee Member
Jane's Walk
- 8 years
Civil Rights and Social Action
Jane’s Walk is a movement of free, citizen-led walking tours inspired by Jane Jacobs. The walks get people to tell stories about their communities, explore their cities, and connect with neighbours. www.janeswalk.net
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Chair, Board of Directors
Story Planet
- 5 years
Children
Story Planet is a non-profit storymaking centre dedicated to helping young people discover and develop their voices. Our innovative programs ignite students’ imaginations, fuel their curiosity and equip them with the tools they need to launch their stories. www.storyplanet.ca
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Chair, Board of Directors
Canadian Women's Health Network
- 3 years
The Canadian Women’s Health Network (CWHN) was created in 1993 as a voluntary national organization to improve the health and lives of girls and women in Canada and the world by collecting, producing, distributing and sharing knowledge, ideas, education, information, resources, strategies and inspirations. www.cwhn.ca
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Board Member
Canadian Women's Health Network
- 10 years
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Steering Committee Member
Toronto Women's City Alliance
- 6 years
Human Rights
Toronto Women’s City Alliance promotes equity and equality by making audible and visible the voices and issues of diverse women in Toronto. www.twca.ca
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Board Member
St. Stephen's Community House
- 3 years
We work with individuals and communities primarily in downtown Toronto to identify, prevent and alleviate social and economic problems by developing and delivering a range of highly effective and innovative programs. www.sschto.ca
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Board Member
Greenpeace Canada Education Fund
- Present 2 years 2 months
Environment
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Board Member
Greenpeace Canada Education Fund
- Present 4 years 6 months
Environment
Publications
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Women’s movement needs radical transformation
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
Honors & Awards
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Governor General's Award in Commemoration of the Persons Case
Status of Women Canada
The Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case recognize individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the goal of equality for women and girls in Canada.
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Young Woman of Distinction
YWCA of Greater Toronto
Languages
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French
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Vietnamese
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More activity by Chi
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Please see this incredible opportunity below. The deadline is today.
Please see this incredible opportunity below. The deadline is today.
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Laughter, connections, and great conversations - these are the key things I'm taking away from the Vantage Point and Enkel Summer Social last week.…
Laughter, connections, and great conversations - these are the key things I'm taking away from the Vantage Point and Enkel Summer Social last week.…
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Lama Alshami, our summer intern at the Syrian Canadian Foundation and a Journalism student, wrote a great summary of our “Government Discussion…
Lama Alshami, our summer intern at the Syrian Canadian Foundation and a Journalism student, wrote a great summary of our “Government Discussion…
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We’re looking for a Development Coordinator! 🚀 Are you passionate about advancing gender equity and supporting young leaders? Fora is looking for a…
We’re looking for a Development Coordinator! 🚀 Are you passionate about advancing gender equity and supporting young leaders? Fora is looking for a…
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After more than 7 years, I am waving goodbye to the Learning Network! It has been an absolute honour and an amazing growth experience for me to work…
After more than 7 years, I am waving goodbye to the Learning Network! It has been an absolute honour and an amazing growth experience for me to work…
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Come work for my team at the City of Toronto! Looking for a strong leader with deep experience in the newcomer sector. Applications due soon!
Come work for my team at the City of Toronto! Looking for a strong leader with deep experience in the newcomer sector. Applications due soon!
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Discussion Questions Part 1. Exploring the Current State 1. Tell us a bit about yourself. What do you do? Who do you serve? (what's your geography,…
Discussion Questions Part 1. Exploring the Current State 1. Tell us a bit about yourself. What do you do? Who do you serve? (what's your geography,…
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My DMs are filled with the same questions: How do I own the stage with confidence? How do I prioritize self-care without guilt? How do I turn an…
My DMs are filled with the same questions: How do I own the stage with confidence? How do I prioritize self-care without guilt? How do I turn an…
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Some reflections and aspirations for shaping change in Canadian post secondary. This work belongs to all of us and I’m most proud of the relational…
Some reflections and aspirations for shaping change in Canadian post secondary. This work belongs to all of us and I’m most proud of the relational…
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After 8 incredible years, today is my last day with the Incendo team. The journey has been amazing, and I am deeply grateful for all the…
After 8 incredible years, today is my last day with the Incendo team. The journey has been amazing, and I am deeply grateful for all the…
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As an Argos fan and season ticket holder, I'm torn about tonight's game. On one hand, I can't wait to be back in the stands, cheering on my team. But…
As an Argos fan and season ticket holder, I'm torn about tonight's game. On one hand, I can't wait to be back in the stands, cheering on my team. But…
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