Empower. Engage. Enact.

As a longtime educator, school administrator and former Chair of Education for Canadian Commission for UNESCO. Estelle has had the privilege of seeing many facets of the education system.

She deeply believes in the potential of youth as change-makers in the realm of nuclear disarmament and works tirelessly to ensure that they have the platform, knowledge, and resources to make a difference.

Through her dedication and support, the Summit has grown into an empowering and transformative community that’s driving change globally.

A third-year student at the University of Manitoba intending to pursue a career in medicine.

He was the youth co-chair of the first Youth Nuclear Peace Summit in 2019 and successfully co-led the campaign to have Winnipeg endorse the ICAN Cities Appeal in 2021.

A physiotherapist by profession, an educator at heart, and a peace-builder by choice.

Volunteering with SGI Canada, Maureen helped to bring educational exhibits in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goals to schools. Through the exhibit “ Everything You Treasure: Freeing the World from Nuclear Weapons” Maureen saw the powerful change that occurred when youth recognized the devastating humanitarian impact of nuclear weapons. She was inspired by how they took action, together with the support of their teachers, to teach each other the message of the exhibit.

Maureen holds a firm belief that the actions of one, multiplied , can effect change on a broad scale. Subsequent to the summit, Maureen joined the Board of IPPNW Canada where she serves as secretary and is a voice for the continued education of youth.

Maureen is a mentor, advocate, and an inspiring example of committed action.

A peacebuilder and servant-advocate for restorative justice and alternative dispute resolution.

David champions the abolition of nuclear weapons and the urgent need to address existential threats to humanity - an issue he believes everyone should be well-versed and active in.

As one of the co-founders of the Youth Nuclear Peace Summit, David channels his belief in one humanity into empowering youth. His vision for the summit is to inspire the younger generation to realize their own potential in making a tangible difference, and to continue the dialogue on the necessity of a world free from nuclear threats.

A dedicated and passionate advocate for peace and unity together with her husband David.

Brenda now channels her extensive experience in advocacy as a co-founder of the Youth Nuclear Peace Summit. Her vision for the summit aligns with her life's work: to inspire and empower youth, enabling them to take meaningful actions towards a peaceful world free of nuclear weapons.

Bea Basaran, MARL's Education Coordinator, is a passionate advocate for global peace and social justice. With a Bachelor's degree in Human Rights and Sociology, her interdisciplinary research revealed the critical importance of peace and international cooperation.

Bea's role involves advancing human rights education in Manitoba, fostering awareness, and promoting understanding through educational programs. She firmly believes in the power of education to empower individuals and create an inclusive, equitable, and peaceful society. She aspires to help prevent nuclear conflicts through peaceful summits.

Bea is grateful to be part of the team and is dedicated to providing aid to the inspiring youth leading us toward a peaceful future.

Sandra Krahn has over 25 years of experience working in educational organizations, including schools, universities, and non-profit organizations.

She is the Executive Director at the Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties (MARL) and teaches at Menno Simmons College at the University of Winnipeg.

Sandra has a master’s and Ph.D. in Peace and Conflict Studies, specializing in educational initiatives supporting community peacebuilding.

She has experience with teacher training for human rights education in Canada, India, and the Czech Republic. Her experience includes grant writing, program development, storytelling, and writing curriculum for community organizations.

Youth Event Builder, Planner and Coordinator for the CMHR (Canadian Museum for Human Rights), Jérôme provides a safe gathering place where upstanders are heard and ideas are put into action!

He is a bilingual educator and mentor by profession, he has led a career in working in museums and nature centers in Manitoba; developing curriculum-based programs, training teachers, staff, and volunteers to engage and inspire their audience in story telling and in the diversity of our beautiful world.

Jérôme is honored to receive you on the Indigenous Ancestral Lands on Treaty One Territory and birthplace of the Metis Nation for this summit on disarming the World of nuclear weapons at CMHR.

Justin Langan is a 25-year-old Indigenous advocate from the rural town of Swan River, MB. Since he was 15, he’s been a leader for Indigenous youth. He sits on many local, provincial, and national committees.

Some of his achievements include the 2021 Métis Youth Indspire Award, the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award, the Top 25 Environmentalists Under 25, the National Champion of Mental Health for Youth, and more.

He’s in his fourth year of majoring in political studies at the University of Manitoba. After graduation, he will attend law school to study Human Rights Law. He intends to become a lawyer and a politician, advocating for Canadians' rights internationally.