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<big>Explore techniques for developing self-kindness, mindfulness, and emotional regulation while learning how to rewire your brain for positive change and improved performance. Whether navigating challenging situations, enhancing your leadership skills, or striving for better work-life balance, this Masterclass will equip you with the tools to foster a compassionate mindset and unlock your brain's potential for growth and adaptation.</big>

<big>Explore techniques for developing self-kindness, mindfulness, and emotional regulation while learning how to rewire your brain for positive change and improved performance. Whether navigating challenging situations, enhancing your leadership skills, or striving for better work-life balance, this Masterclass will equip you with the tools to foster a compassionate mindset and unlock your brain's potential for growth and adaptation.</big>

== '''Masterclass Teacher - Gérard Étienne''' ==

== '''Masterclass Teacher - Ritu Bhasin''' ==

'''<big>Gérard Étienne, Keynote Speaker, Human Resource Consultant, Diversity and Inclusion Expert</big>'''

'''<big>Ritu Bhasin, Award-Winning Empowerment Coach, Speaker, Bestselling Author</big>'''

<big>Gérard Etienne is a Keynote Speaker, Human Resource Consultant and Diversity & Inclusion Expert. He is an outspoken supporter of human rights and employment equity. He has worked in human resources as a vice president in a large financial institution and as a director general in the public sector.</big>

<big>It also means speaking up about injustice and using her actions to interrupt the oppression that permeates society.</big>

<big>He is a sought-after expert on equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) to boost innovation, leadership, technical excellence, and employee engagement. He has a wealth of experience working with senior executives.</big>  

<big>But most importantly, belonging for Ritu is about creating a world where everyone can be who they are. She want you to live your best, most authentic and empowered life, even in the face of experiencing hurtful, hateful, and harmful things. This is your fundamental right in life.</big>

== '''Co-hosts''' ==

== '''Co-hosts''' ==

=== Samantha Moonsammy, Section Head Lead Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion, Materiel Group, National Defence ===

=== Samantha Moonsammy, Section Head Lead Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion, Materiel Group, National Defence ===

<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>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>

=== Suzan Richards, Senior Program Advisor, Office of the ADM, Settlement, Integration and Francophone Affairs, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada ===

=== Suzan Richards, Senior Program Advisor, Office of the ADM, Settlement, Integration and Francophone Affairs, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada ===

<big>Founder of The Cultural Arts Studio,  Suzan is also professional artist and a cultural knowledge keeper in the area of Afro-Caribbean dance. She is committed to preserving and sharing Afro-Caribbean culture to this day and currently providing workshops at the National Arts Center where dances from Africa & The Caribbean are shared and celebrated.</big>

<big>Founder of The Cultural Arts Studio,  Suzan is also professional artist and a cultural knowledge keeper in the area of Afro-Caribbean dance. She is committed to preserving and sharing Afro-Caribbean culture to this day and currently providing workshops at the National Arts Center where dances from Africa & The Caribbean are shared and celebrated.</big>