Kristen O’Hanley is a case planning expert! She has a B.A from St. Thomas University with a double major in Psychology and Criminology. She has several years of volunteer experience with groups such as Katimavick and local court justice navigation programs. She is Chair of a local community meeting promoting coordinated access in the community. Kristen has 11 years of non-profit work experience, with a background in Youth support Services. Driven by her experiences working with vulnerable people, she has a passion to put an end to poverty, homelessness and its many causes and symptoms in Saint John. She has completed certifications in Indigenous relations, mental health, and addictions support, financial literacy facilitation and budgeting for low-income Canadians, French proficiency, and an advanced understanding of data tracking systems. She is the organizer in our often dis-ordered days! A strong advocate for social justice, she is also a board member of the Elizabeth Fry Society. When not working, she can be found with her “girl gang”, at the gym, traveling, or home with her furry companions!