Erin Arnold has worked for various government ministries since 1998.  Erin holds a graduate certificate in complex trauma and child sexual abuse intervention, an undergraduate degree in Child and Youth Care Counselling, completed graduate work in Leadership, and has over 27 years of facilitation. Erin has managed multi-year government contracts, organized and executed large public events, and assisted in drafting public policy on various progressive issues.

Erin is passionate about volunteering in her community and has done so in a variety of capacities. Key areas of interest are women’s rights, maternal mental health, trauma-informed programs, and refugee services. Erin holds various board positions on subjects ranging from public education, mental health, addressing family poverty, and more. Erin is a mother, leader, survivor, social justice advocate, and change-maker. Erin hopes to continue to bring compassion and empowerment to her role with the Centre for Family Equity.