Our Mission
To re-ignite the power within newcomer women to reclaim their lives, respect, voices and achieve their dreams within their Canadian community.
About WECanN
Rooted in lived experience. Driven by care. United in purpose.
We believe the powerful combination of coaching, cultural humility, and trauma- and resilience-informed care can bridge the gaps newcomers — particularly women — face as they build new lives in Canada.
Our Vision
An inclusive community where newcomer women feel valued and inspired to realize their dreams.
Our Goal
Create a safe, accepting environment where newcomer women feel they belong — building sustaining relationships, healing, and inspiring one another.
"Through ongoing collaboration with community partners, provincial and federal governments, we aim to create a seamless service system — breaking down societal barriers through education, research, and advocacy."
Meet the team
The people behind WECanN.
A leadership of social workers, coaches, educators, and advocates with deep ties to the communities we serve.
Founder & Chair
Dr. Sherin Hussien
Founder of WECanN, social worker, life coach, and educator dedicated to empowering immigrant and refugee women. Associate Professor at Alexandria University and Adjunct Professor at Western University.
Chair
Rhonda Hallberg
Registered social worker with extensive experience supporting women, children and families. Provides consulting in program evaluation, strategic planning and program design; sessional instructor at King's University College, Western.
Fund Development
Sarah Wells
WECanN's grant writer with over 20 years supporting families in crisis across London. Brings expertise in healthcare and storytelling to secure vital funding for our programs.
Board Member
Gehad (Jiji) Elrefaey
Bridges psychology, research and community work. Settlement Worker, Research Assistant at Western's Exercise and Pregnancy Lab, certified Life Coach and Gender Intelligence Coach.
Treasurer
Eman Fadel
Brings a strong background in business and finance to support WECanN's mission, ensuring financial transparency and strategic planning for sustainable programs.
Board Member
Gihan (Gigi) Joseph
Recent graduate of Windsor Law, committed to access to justice. Honours BA and MA in Political Science from Western. Co-founder of Windsor Cares Community Collective.
Let's make a change.
Your gift powers culturally sensitive, trauma-informed programs that help newcomer women thrive.