Meet our facilitators
Our volunteers are working people and students who recognize the importance of raising literacy levels in our community and believe in helping others reach their potential. They work hard to contribute their time and skills so that we can continue to bring you FREE workshops.
If you are like-minded and want to join our team, connect with us.

Bhanvi Girdhar
"Since an early age, I’ve been interested in reading and writing so I am elated to volunteer with the Ripple Foundation in a field that I’m passionate about! I believe it’s important to give back to your community and this certainly is one of the best possible ways."

O’Shene Gordon
"Ripple Foundation gives the bold and the shy a platform to bring their vivid imaginations to life, incentivizes their love for literature, and helps to develop the necessary skills for children to be the best writers they can be. It uplifts and speaks to my inner child."

Lynn Jeong
"As a lover of anything creative, this empowering opportunity to inspire writing and stories into youths is fulfilling numerous of my committed passions. I am honoured to have the chance to explore the imaginations of kids and help tell their boundless stories."

Amanda Nguyen
"Writing has always allowed me to express my thoughts and creativity. I am glad to volunteer with Ripple Foundation, which is dedicated to creating a positive learning environment for youth to feel empowered and confident with their literacy skills."

Gurpal Gill
"I have always been passionate about learning and education, and Ripple Foundation gives me the opportunity to pay it forward. I get to support and inspire the youth in a fun, creative space while collaborating with a team of individuals who share the same mission.”

Mariann Joseph
"I love writing for the worlds it creates - when reading or writing, I'm teleported to those worlds. Helping transport people to their own worlds is a marvellous opportunity the Ripple Foundation gives me!"

Rachel Chen
"As a Workshop Facilitator passionate about literacy, I love creating those lightbulb moments where others learn to express themselves through words. I believe literacy is a superpower, and I'm excited to share it with my community."

Laura McNeil
"Margaret Atwood said it best: A word after a word after a word is power. By putting pen to paper kids can learn so much—about themselves, others, and the world around us. I’m thrilled to be part of that journey with them at Ripple."

Anruo Zhang
"Reading and writing have been my source of peace since childhood, offering me lifelong lessons about myself and the world. By volunteering with the Ripple Foundation, I aim to inspire this same love in the children I work with through interactive experiences."

Adaezeigwe Okonkwo
I am impressed by Ripple Foundation's dedication to developing the future generation's creativity. That is why I wanted to join Ripple: to be part of a team that has an impact on the future generation, and that itself is impressive.

Maisha Hafiz
"True change begins with connection and learning. As a Ripple Foundation workshop facilitator, I aim to empower individuals to explore their literacy potential, share knowledge, and build supportive communities. My goal is to spark ideas, inspire action, and foster confidence for lasting transformation."

Tolami Ogunyemi
"I chose ripple because I value any opportunity to give back to my community especially through my creative writing, it would be an honour to be part of a team that’s dedicated to our future generations."

