Kawartha World Issues Centre Appoints New Executive Director

Kawartha World Issues Centre (KWIC) announced on Tuesday that Margaret Zou has been appointed as the new executive director.

Photo courtesy of KWIC.

“We are excited to see the valuable contributions Margaret will undoubtedly bring to our team and are confident her skills and passion for social justice and sustainable development will greatly enhance KWIC’s efforts,” said Ryan Sisson, KWIC Board Chair.

Margaret earned a Bachelor of Science with Honors (BScH) in Life Sciences from Queen's University in Kingston. She holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Management and Assessment from the University of Liverpool and a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, specializing in Environmental Health.

Recently, Margaret served as the SDG Network Coordinator, spearheading community-driven initiatives to raise awareness about the SDGs. Additionally, as the Lead Program Facilitator at Global Health Mentorships (GHMe), Margaret led a team of facilitators, ensuring the effective delivery of mentorship programs globally according to a press release.

Zou will focus on advancing climate action, promoting gender equality and supporting the broader goals of the SDGs, ensuring these important issues remain at the forefront of KWIC’s mission.

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