Instructors: Kevin Parker and Rachel Plamondin-Assu

Rachel, a proud Indigenous woman from the We Wai Kai Nation, Cape Mudge, specializes in creating innovative harm reduction programming with a focus on people with lived or living experiences (PWLLE). Rachel disrupts systems with radical love, drawing from over 14 years in nonprofit housing and peer harm reduction work. As Senior Manager of Peer and Harm Reduction Services at RainCity Housing, Rachel champions cultural safety and equity, leading initiatives that empower marginalized communities. She collaborates extensively with Indigenous groups and health authorities to ensure inclusive, impactful solutions..

Kevin is a harm reduction specialist dedicated to creating lasting positive impacts in communities. His journey began in survival mode, and he's now a speaker, leader, and advocate for helping marginalized individuals and community members. Kevin specializes in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within organizations and leadership. With nearly a decade at RainCity Housing, he led harm reduction efforts and group leadership roles. His good work continues at the SpencerCreo Foundation, where Kevin provides peer support, emphasizing that a wellness journey away from addiction is achievable and there's always hope