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=== <big>Meet our panellists</big> ===

=== <big>Meet our panellists</big> ===

====<big>Sancho Angulo, Advisor, Privacy and Data Governance, Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat</big>====

====<big>Sancho Angulo, Advisor, Privacy and Data Governance, Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat</big>====

[[File:Dylan Jenkins.png|alt=|left|frameless|154x154px]]<big>Sancho Angulo is an autistic Filipino-Canadian public servant, neurodiversity advocate, and public speaker. At 13, Sancho was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, now a part of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and draws from his personal journey to propel his advocacy and public speaking on embracing neurodiversity in the workplace</big>

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<big>Sancho Angulo is an autistic Filipino-Canadian public servant, neurodiversity advocate, and public speaker. At 13, Sancho was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, now a part of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and draws from his personal journey to propel his advocacy and public speaking on embracing neurodiversity in the workplace</big>

<big>Sancho currently works as an Advisor, Privacy and Data Governance with the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat.  He is the Co-Chair and founder of [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Finfinityinfinite&data=05%7C02%7C%7C475cd8309d2742ba497d08dca7f18ae8%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638569903114482773%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HQnbHlR2imEhLtKz8cYimE9V6m4LiacN3QUHbQsj05Y%3D&reserved=0 Infinity – The Network for Neurodivergent Public Servants], the Government of Canada’s interdepartmental network focused on connecting and advancing neurodivergent employees across Canada’s federal public service. Having grown to more than 1,600 members across 80 federal institutions, Infinity is the largest government-wide neurodiversity network in the G7. For his efforts, Sancho was named by Future of Good as one of its [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffutureofgood.co%2F2024-young-impact-leaders%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C475cd8309d2742ba497d08dca7f18ae8%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638569903114488566%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=y0q%2FXdwCITMOM8ghgP%2B8ukW4D%2B1sB3tnWS7FcRaLgCo%3D&reserved=0 2024 Young Impact Leaders – 30 Changemakers to Watch For].</big>  

<big>Sancho currently works as an Advisor, Privacy and Data Governance with the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat.  He is the Co-Chair and founder of [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Finfinityinfinite&data=05%7C02%7C%7C475cd8309d2742ba497d08dca7f18ae8%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638569903114482773%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HQnbHlR2imEhLtKz8cYimE9V6m4LiacN3QUHbQsj05Y%3D&reserved=0 Infinity – The Network for Neurodivergent Public Servants], the Government of Canada’s interdepartmental network focused on connecting and advancing neurodivergent employees across Canada’s federal public service. Having grown to more than 1,600 members across 80 federal institutions, Infinity is the largest government-wide neurodiversity network in the G7. For his efforts, Sancho was named by Future of Good as one of its [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffutureofgood.co%2F2024-young-impact-leaders%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C475cd8309d2742ba497d08dca7f18ae8%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638569903114488566%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=y0q%2FXdwCITMOM8ghgP%2B8ukW4D%2B1sB3tnWS7FcRaLgCo%3D&reserved=0 2024 Young Impact Leaders – 30 Changemakers to Watch For].</big>  

====<big>Stacey Ileleji, Change Management Specialist, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, Office of the Chief Human Resources</big>====

====<big>Stacey Ileleji, Change Management Specialist, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, Office of the Chief Human Resources</big>====

[[File:20211102SUK0980D001-edit (1).jpg|alt=|left|frameless|206x206px]]<big>Stacey Ileleji is a Change Management Specialist at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer. She developed the change management infrastructure that supported over 60 federal public service organizations in implementing an enterprise-wide classification conversion, modernizing two occupational groups. In addition to co-chairing the Interdepartmental Organizational Change Network (IOCN), the public service’s Change Management Community of Practice, Stacey also co-chairs the Human Resources Council's (HRC) Community Engagement Hub in collaboration with the HRC’s Executive Director.</big>

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<big>Stacey Ileleji is a Change Management Specialist at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer. She developed the change management infrastructure that supported over 60 federal public service organizations in implementing an enterprise-wide classification conversion, modernizing two occupational groups. In addition to co-chairing the Interdepartmental Organizational Change Network (IOCN), the public service’s Change Management Community of Practice, Stacey also co-chairs the Human Resources Council's (HRC) Community Engagement Hub in collaboration with the HRC’s Executive Director.</big>

<big>Stacey’s passion for her work is supported by a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Adler University in Chicago and a Bachelor of Commerce degree with Honours from Carleton University, specializing in economics, strategic human resources management, and organization development. She also holds a certification in Change Management from ProSci.</big>

<big>Stacey’s passion for her work is supported by a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Adler University in Chicago and a Bachelor of Commerce degree with Honours from Carleton University, specializing in economics, strategic human resources management, and organization development. She also holds a certification in Change Management from ProSci.</big>

<big>Outside of her professional achievements, Stacey is an avid music lover, singer-songwriter, and performer. She enjoys travelling with her husband and two children.</big>

<big>Outside of her professional achievements, Stacey is an avid music lover, singer-songwriter, and performer. She enjoys travelling with her husband and two children.</big>

==== '''<big>Samantha Moonsammy, Section Head Lead Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion, Materiel Group, Department of National Defence</big>''' ====

==== '''<big>Samantha Moonsammy, Section Head Lead Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion, Materiel Group, Department of National Defence</big>''' ====

[[File:Vanessa Brousseau.jpg|alt=|left|frameless|320x320px]]<big>Samantha has spent over 20 years in the public service working in numerous communications, outreach and engagement initiatives that focus on the people side of business. But Samantha is much more than that. Her layers include being a woman, mother, partner, daughter, sister, community builder and immigrant.</big>

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<big>Samantha has spent over 20 years in the public service working in numerous communications, outreach and engagement initiatives that focus on the people side of business. But Samantha is much more than that. Her layers include being a woman, mother, partner, daughter, sister, community builder and immigrant.</big>

<big>As an Indo-Caribbean Canadian, she was born in Guyana, South America and immigrated to Canada as a toddler. From a young age, dating back to elementary school to the present, Samantha has been a leader in diversity, inclusion and equity, always helping to amplify the voice of others and create sustainable change in organizations to build deeper respect and understanding for all humans. Samantha lives in the Ottawa area and spent some time in Toronto and Barbados during her Master’s degree in Communications and Culture. She is a passionate world traveller who has worked and studied in India, China, France and the Caribbean. Her daily mantra:  Be the change you wish to see in the world. </big>

<big>As an Indo-Caribbean Canadian, she was born in Guyana, South America and immigrated to Canada as a toddler. From a young age, dating back to elementary school to the present, Samantha has been a leader in diversity, inclusion and equity, always helping to amplify the voice of others and create sustainable change in organizations to build deeper respect and understanding for all humans. Samantha lives in the Ottawa area and spent some time in Toronto and Barbados during her Master’s degree in Communications and Culture. She is a passionate world traveller who has worked and studied in India, China, France and the Caribbean. Her daily mantra:  Be the change you wish to see in the world. </big>

=== <big>Meet our co-hosts</big> ===

=== <big>Meet our co-hosts</big> ===

====<big>Ryan Dawodharry, A/Deputy Director and Senior Counsel, National Litigation Sector, Department of Justice</big>====

====<big>Ryan Dawodharry, A/Deputy Director and Senior Counsel, National Litigation Sector, Department of Justice</big>====

[[File:Darlene Bess.jpg|alt=|left|frameless|307x307px]]<big>After two summers in a private firm in downtown Vancouver, Ryan articled at Justice Canada in 2013.  He began his career as counsel in the Public Safety Defence and Immigration portfolio before moving to the Criminal Law and International Assistance (CLIA) group in 2016.</big>  

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<big>After two summers in a private firm in downtown Vancouver, Ryan articled at Justice Canada in 2013.  He began his career as counsel in the Public Safety Defence and Immigration portfolio before moving to the Criminal Law and International Assistance (CLIA) group in 2016.</big>  

<big>Ryan’s practice within CLIA focuses on extradition, mutual legal assistance and criminal law. He also serves as BC Regional Office’s Notice of Constitutional Question coordinator on criminal matters.</big>  

<big>Ryan’s practice within CLIA focuses on extradition, mutual legal assistance and criminal law. He also serves as BC Regional Office’s Notice of Constitutional Question coordinator on criminal matters.</big>  

<big>Outside of work, Ryan also mentors law students through the CBA and he is working towards completing UBC’s Anti-Racism certificate program by the end of this year. Ryan is a second generation Canadian with Kashmiri and Mauritian ancestry. He has been unsuccessful at convincing Justice to open a beach front office in Mauritius.</big>

<big>Outside of work, Ryan also mentors law students through the CBA and he is working towards completing UBC’s Anti-Racism certificate program by the end of this year. Ryan is a second generation Canadian with Kashmiri and Mauritian ancestry. He has been unsuccessful at convincing Justice to open a beach front office in Mauritius.</big>

====<big>Jasmine Swadia, Executive Assistant, Correctional Services Canada</big>====

====<big>Jasmine Swadia, Executive Assistant, Correctional Services Canada</big>====

[[File:Official Portrait.jpg|alt=|left|frameless]]<big>Jasmine Swadia, Kingston, Ontario, is a dedicated professional with over eight years of experience in public safety, operations, and program management. Known for her innovative approach, Jasmine thrives on challenges and excels in maximizing team productivity and cohesion.</big>

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<big>Jasmine Swadia, Kingston, Ontario, is a dedicated professional with over eight years of experience in public safety, operations, and program management. Known for her innovative approach, Jasmine thrives on challenges and excels in maximizing team productivity and cohesion.</big>

<big>Fluent in multiple languages, Jasmine possesses exceptional communication skills that enable her to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. She holds a Master’s degree in Criminology and Social Justice from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice & Law from the University of Guelph-Humber, where she received multiple honors throughout her academic journey.</big>

<big>Fluent in multiple languages, Jasmine possesses exceptional communication skills that enable her to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. She holds a Master’s degree in Criminology and Social Justice from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice & Law from the University of Guelph-Humber, where she received multiple honors throughout her academic journey.</big>

== '''Mission: Ask Me Anything series''' ==

== '''Mission: Ask Me Anything series''' ==

We recognize that individuals are composed of a multitude of layers that make us who we are. We do not fit easily in one box or another and we can’t be neatly counted. We represent the mosaic of Canada.

<big>We recognize that individuals are composed of a multitude of layers that make us who we are. We do not fit easily in one box or another and we can’t be neatly counted. We represent the mosaic of Canada.</big>

It is important that we find value in each other’s experiences, differences and unique characteristics. When we build our cultural competencies, we are able to work better together in our teams and respond to each other with relevance, empathy and compassion. By celebrating and sharing our authentic selves, we gain greater appreciation of each other and the diversity that surrounds us.

<big>It is important that we find value in each other’s experiences, differences and unique characteristics. When we build our cultural competencies, we are able to work better together in our teams and respond to each other with relevance, empathy and compassion. By celebrating and sharing our authentic selves, we gain greater appreciation of each other and the diversity that surrounds us.</big>

We know through diversity, that workplaces and communities are stronger, more successful and resilient. And most important, it creates spaces of inclusion and fosters a sense of belonging at work where people feel valued.

<big>We know through diversity, that workplaces and communities are stronger, more successful and resilient. And most important, it creates spaces of inclusion and fosters a sense of belonging at work where people feel valued.</big>

[[AMA|#AMAChallenge]]

[[AMA|<big>#AMAChallenge</big>]]

We encourage others to have courageous conversations with their peers. Use the monthly Ask Me Anything sessions as an opportunity to have brave conversations in your workplaces with your teams.

<big>We encourage others to have courageous conversations with their peers. Use the monthly Ask Me Anything sessions as an opportunity to have brave conversations in your workplaces with your teams.</big>

Here’s what you need to do:

<big>Here’s what you need to do:</big>

* Invite your leaders and colleagues in your organization to an Ask Me Anything watch party, tune in live and watch the session together. Make sure it’s in their calendars.

* <big>Invite your leaders and colleagues in your organization to an Ask Me Anything watch party, tune in live and watch the session together. Make sure it’s in their calendars.</big>

* Before the watch party, book an “After the AMA – Team Session” with your immediate team for the day after the event for 30-60 minutes. Share the resource guide and have these questions for discussion.

* <big>Before the watch party, book an “After the AMA – Team Session” with your immediate team for the day after the event for 30-60 minutes. Share the resource guide and have these questions for discussion.</big>

After the AMA: Team session discussion questions

<big>After the AMA: Team session discussion questions</big>

# What was my main takeaway? – Expand and share an amazing quote, story or moment  

# <big>What was my main takeaway? – Expand and share an amazing quote, story or moment</big>

# What made me uncomfortable?

# <big>What made me uncomfortable?</big>

# What is an example of systemic discrimination that I am aware of in my life?  

# <big>What is an example of systemic discrimination that I am aware of in my life?</big>

# What am I not going to do anymore?  

# <big>What am I not going to do anymore?</big>

# How can I use my voice/ influence? – both overtly/covertly

# <big>How can I use my voice/ influence? – both overtly/covertly</big>

# Where am I going to dig in and learn more?  

# <big>Where am I going to dig in and learn more?</big>

# How will I continue this conversation?

# <big>How will I continue this conversation?</big>

It is important that we find value in the experiences, the unique characteristics of each other. When we develop our cultural competence, we are able to work better together within our teams and respond to each other with relevant empathy and compassion. By celebrating and sharing our authentic selves, we gain a greater appreciation for each other and the diversity that surrounds us.

<big>It is important that we find value in the experiences, the unique characteristics of each other. When we develop our cultural competence, we are able to work better together within our teams and respond to each other with relevant empathy and compassion. By celebrating and sharing our authentic selves, we gain a greater appreciation for each other and the diversity that surrounds us.</big>

====='''Thank you to our contributors'''=====

====='''<big>Thank you to our contributors</big>'''=====

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|Thank you to our contributors from across the Public Service of Canada – National Defence, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, Indigenous Services Canada, Public Service and Procurement Canada  

|Thank you to our contributors from across the Public Service of Canada – National Defence, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, Indigenous Services Canada, Public Service and Procurement Canada  

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