Ebony Laing-Asare
Connections Coordinator

Ebony Laing-Asare

Ebony’s academic journey includes achieving an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Drama in Education and Community, alongside a Bachelor of Education, and she is currently in the process of completing her Master of Education degree. Ebony‘s dedication revolves around empowering and guiding young people as they navigate the intricate systems and societal pressures they face. With firsthand...
Brittany Bernard
Connections Coordinator

Brittany Bernard

Brittany has always been passionate about supporting children and at-risk youth, and believes in creating equal opportunities and encouraging them to strive for success. A graduate of Centennial College’s Social Service Work program, she has worked in youth shelters and community outreach and engagement programs.    
Frankie Corrado
Connections Coordinator

Frankie Corrado

Frankie completed his Bachelor’s of Community Mental Health, Diploma in Child and Youth Care, and also Social Service Work all at Seneca King College. Using all of his schooling, it has opened different opportunities for him to work within vulnerable sectors with youth, adolescence and seniors with all diverse identities. Identifying with the LGBTQ+ community,...
Samantha Julien
Connections Coordinator

Samantha Julien

Samantha Julien has previous experience advocating and supporting young people in various settings, including mentoring young people with diverse abilities in Toronto. Sam holds a Bachelors degree in Children, Childhood and Youth Studies from York University, as well as a graduate certificate in Inclusive Resource Practice from Humber College. With a background rooted in the...
Shuah Roskies
Innovation, Awareness & Education Director

Shuah Roskies

Shuah is a lawyer by training, and has worked in the child welfare sphere for the last 13 years. She oversaw legal services for 16- and 17- year olds at the Office of the Children’s Lawyer, with the Ministry of the Attorney General in Ontario. Inspired by the work that she saw being done at...
Abhi Ruparelia
Development Coordinator

Abhi Ruparelia

Abhi (he/him) joined StepStones in 2023 as a Development Coordinator. Originally from India, he has lived in the U.S., Scotland, and (now) Canada. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy and Leadership Studies from the University of Richmond and a Master’s Degree in Philosophy from Simon Fraser University. He is passionate about the ethical side...
Pomaa Prempeh
Office Manager

Pomaa Prempeh

Pomaa (he/him/she/her) finds joy in community, solidarity, and collaboration across differences. Her education in the University of Ottawa’s Conflict Studies & Human Rights program and George Brown College’s Assaulted Women’s & Children’s Counselor/Advocate Program and portfolio ranging from front-line shelter work, executive administration, and human rights education supports Pomaa’s dedication to access and equity. He...
Mike Ryan
Program Development

Mike Ryan

Mike (he/him) joined StepStones to assist with fundraising and development. He has collaborated with child welfare organizations to produce adoption videos and conferences, and wants to help ensure that all children and youth find belonging and community. He also worked in the music industry in London (England) and in television in Toronto (Canada) before joining...
Marsha Rampersaud
Research Associate

Marsha Rampersaud

Marsha (she/her) has more than 10 years of experience working with youth and adults who have experienced incarceration or are at risk of contact with the legal system. She first joined StepStones in 2015 as a camp counsellor and has since taken on a number of roles. Marsha currently helps with research and evaluation to...
Catherine Daniel
Connection Coordinator

Catherine Daniel

Catherine has an educational background in Community and Justice Services and is currently completing her Human Resources Management degree. She started with StepStones in May 2022 as a Youth Connections Coordinator, while continuing to work in social services, which she’s been doing for the past four years. Catherine has a passion for working with youth...