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Conversations with Neighbours - Jerisha Grant-Hall
On this episode of Conversations with Neighbours, host Myles Doak sits down with Jerisha Grant-Hall, Founder and Executive Director of the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA).
A respected community leader, educator, and advocate, Jerisha has been at the forefront of fostering inclusion, representation, and empowerment across York Region and beyond. As the newly appointed Executive Director of NACCA, a role that marks an exciting new chapter for the organization, she continues to build on a decade of visionary leadership and lifelong dedication to learning and justice.
In this conversation, Jerisha shares the story behind NACCA’s growth, the challenges and triumphs of building a community-driven organization, and her hopes for the future of diversity and equity in Newmarket. She also reflects on what leadership, advocacy, and connection mean in today’s evolving social landscape.
Whether you’re passionate about community work, education, or social change, this episode offers inspiration, insight, and a powerful reminder of what can happen when people come together to create lasting impact.
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