Board of Directors

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    Nina Dehghani

    FOUNDER

    Nina Dehghani, founder and CEO of Global Community Development Network Inc. (GCDN), is a dedicated and experienced team leader, empowering individuals with disabilities, and working with vulnerable sectors, which includes marginalized women, minority groups, and survivors of sex trafficking.

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    Ramin Mohammadi

    Co Founder & CEO

    Ramin Mohammadi with over two decades of experience in social services, Ramin brings a deeply rooted passion for supporting individuals and communities through transformative growth. Ramin is a certified Child and Youth Counsellor, Yoga Instructor, and Life Coach, dedicated to promoting mental wellness, emotional resilience, and wholistic development.

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    Mohsen Marand

    Board Member

    I graduated from the Law School of the National University of Iran, now known as Shahid Beheshti University. In the early 1990s, I spent two years in Turkey helping refugees as a volunteer translator, using my ability to speak Farsi, Turkish, and English to bridge communication gaps and support people through difficult transitions with United Nation. After arriving in Canada, I volunteered with Downtown Caring in 1993 and 1994, where I had the privilege of helping seniors and learning the value of compassion in community service.

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    Juliet Kego

    Board Member

    Juliet is a Financial Advisor with one of Canada’s leading financial institutions and a Master-Certified Leadership Coach and Trainer, bringing strong financial stewardship and values-based governance to the non-profit and charitable sector. Her work centers on advancing equity, financial inclusion, and community empowerment through cooperative and culturally informed approaches.

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    Michael Maiorano

    Board Member

    Michael brings a strong background in education, coaching, and community leadership to the Board, grounded in inclusive, person-centred, and trauma-informed approaches. He has over five years of experience as a supply teacher with the Durham Catholic District School Board, supporting students with diverse abilities and learning needs across varied environments.