Alexander Waddling is a grassroots organizer engaging young men and boys on gender equality issues. In 2012 he established Ride For A Dream, an organization that has facilitated various forms of fundraising, educational, and awareness-raising events that address gender inequality in Canada through an intersectional lens. The largest campaign they conducted was an educational speaking tour by bicycle from coast to coast, over 8,400 kilometres, while fundraising for local shelters for women escaping violence. He is also involved in municipal politics, having managed a mayoral campaign, engaged in cycling advocacy, and peer mentorship. More recently he co-organized a project called the 'Meatless Manifesto' to educate on factory farming and its ecological impact, animal rights, and the sexual politics of eating meat, with the intent of engaging men in particular.
The ICL is always looking for ways to work towards making the planet a healthier, more equitable place for us all now and for the future generations to come. Read here to learn about what the ICL is doing to make the world more green!
Mike Perry is somewhat of a celebrity here at the Institute for Change Leaders. Read all about him in this month's facilitator spotlight!
Erica Saunders is an Early Childhood Educator (ECE), ICL’s Training Manager, and an integral member of our team. Read Erica’s story to learn more about her advocacy and the fight for care workers to win decent conditions.
