
Grace Bian (she/her)
Grace holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of British Columbia, where her research focused on intersectionality in media, gendered labour and the destigmatization and legitimization of sex work. This research led her to WISH and she has been a supporter ever since. As an academic journal editor and teaching assistant, supporting the education of others has always been a way for Grace to connect with her community and widen her own perspectives. She is certified in teaching methods that advocate for inclusivity, equity, accessibility and wellness. A second-generation immigrant of Chinese descent, Grace will be the first in her family to attend Law School in the fall of 2023 and is eager to bring her values into this new field, as well as find more ways to meaningfully contribute to the vision of WISH.

Jessica Borich (she/elle/她)
Co-Chair
Jessica has extensive experience working with organizations to help them clarify their purpose, embed social impact and generate positive change through authentic community investment.
Inspired by the intersection of disciplines, Jessica has built her career by blending management consulting and design strategy with marketing, program and project management as well as engagement strategy and partnership development. She is the Founder and Principal Strategist of Prism X Strategy, a creative problem-solving agency for systems change.
Jessica is a second generation Asian-Canadian, born and raised in Saskatoon. She earned her Bachelors of Commerce from the University of Saskatchewan and she was recently elected to be a member of their senate. Jessica is also an alumna and Teaching Fellow of the University of Pennsylvania’s Executive Program in Social Impact Strategy.

Lauren Casey (she/her)
Co-Chair
Lauren comes to the land colonially known as Vancouver from Haida Gwaii, which is the home of her Nuni’s (grandmother’s) people. Lauren is a registered member of the Skidegate Band, of the Haida Nation. Her family’s crest is the Hummingbird, of the Juus Clan, on her father’s side. She is the great-great-granddaughter of Chief Skidegate (Edward Collinson), and Emma Young. On her mother’s side she is of Cree Métis heritage from the Red River Valley, through southern Alberta. Lauren’s traditional name is llaanaay, given to her by her Nuni, which means Beloved Friend in Haida, specifically the X̱aayda Kil dialect from the southern part of the island. Lauren calls the land of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Skwxwú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ her second home, as an uninvited guest. It is with great care that she walks gently on the land of her cousins’ ancestors, knowing the responsibility her role as a guest carries.
Lauren attended UBC prior to working in the areas of health governance, public relations, and education. She has been involved in the MMIWG2S movement from a very young age, including advocacy, activism and support work in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. Her previous roles at UBC include Manager, Indigenous Initiatives at the Sauder School of Business and Indigenous Support Specialist and Educator at the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO). Currently, Lauren is an Educational Consultant: Anti-Racist and Indigenous Initiatives with the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology, Indigenous Initiatives team, at UBC.

Lisa Gibson (she/her)
Lisa Gibson is a transformative coach, facilitator and systems change consultant. With 25 years’ experience in local and international work, she specializes in working with individuals, organizations and communities to embed systemic change, transform belief systems, and construct alliances across diversity. Through her work with non-profits, government, and foundations, Lisa focuses on facilitation of complex multi-stakeholder processes, diversity and equity, coaching, leadership development, curriculum design, and mindfulness for changemakers.
As the Director of Living in Community for 14 years, Lisa supported the development of an innovative multi-stakeholder methodology to create health, equity and safety around sex work issues, centering the lived expertise of sex workers, while transforming the roots cause that create vulnerability. She is also founder and instructor of the Social Innovation Certificate at Simon Fraser University, and teaches systems change in a variety of settings.
As a woman of Irish, Polish and English decent, she is based in Vancouver, BC on the unceded Coast Salish lands and waters of the əsəlil̓wətaʔɬ, Xʷməθkwəy̓əm, & Sḵwx̱wú7meshsi Nations with her two children, two stepchildren and partner.

Marnie Goldenberg (she/her or them/they)
Marnie has spent over 25 years working in the not-for-profit sector. Equipped with a legal education, Marnie has held roles in HR, organizational development, and program development and management and has worked as a consultant to, and served on, many charitable boards. She leads programs for youth who are precariously housed or homeless, victims of power-based crimes, women with histories of physical, emotional and sexual trauma, families with intergenerational trauma, people with mental health and substance use challenges, and community members that live in poverty.
Marnie works to live in a community that provides opportunity and safety for everyone. She gratefully resides in East Vancouver, on the unceded lands, and by the waters of, the Coast Salish peoples. She enjoys time with her wife, kids, dog, and friends around the dinner table, by the ocean and in the mountains.

Isla Love (she/her)
Isla has spent her entire career working in the non-profit sector. The last ten years have been dedicated to raising vital funds for a variety of causes; from community-powered programs supporting children in Ghana, to healthcare initiatives at the VGH and UBC Hospital Foundation. She now leads online annual campaigns at the BC SPCA, enhancing the quality of life for animals across B.C.
After moving to Vancouver in 2020, Isla began volunteering with Street Saviours Outreach Society who provide harm reduction supplies and emergency overdose response throughout the streets of the Downtown Eastside. Through Street Saviours she was introduced to the important services offered through WISH and their impact in the community.

Dorcas Ronoh (she/her)
Dorcas is a seasoned Divisional Controller with over a decade of experience in auditing, financial accounting, and reporting. Her extensive background in compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, policies, and regulations underscores her robust expertise in ensuring financial integrity and operational excellence.
Dorcas holds a Master of Science in Finance, and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Securities and Investment Analyst (CSIA). Her academic and professional credentials reflect a deep commitment to financial precision and ethical standards.
Passionate about female empowerment, Dorcas is dedicated to advancing organizations that promote growth and positive change. Her track record of success and her proactive approach make her a valuable asset to any board. Dorcas is eager to contribute her financial acumen and strategic insights to drive the mission and impact of WISH.

Alessandra Smith (she/her)
Treasurer
Alessandra is a Financial Planning & Analysis Associate with over 9 years in running complex models & budgeting processes in both the commercial and not-for-profit sectors. She is a fully qualified CMA and London School of Economics alumnus with a background in Economics. Alessandra has volunteered in the Drop-In centre and on the Finance Committee since moving to Vancouver from London (England) in 2018. Prior to moving she was a trainer with Good Night Out Campaign London, who are working to help nightlife spaces and organizations better understand, respond to, and prevent sexual harassment and assault.