About Adriana Leigh

Drawing on a unique blend of skills & lived experience, raised in a Montreal-based Jewish family with a history of social entrepreneurship, I come to ALG through a non-linear path and bring a one-of-a-kind perspective. As a “recovering human rights lawyer” I bring together the pragmatic problem solver in me, guiding others to make things better, and the neurodivergent creative facilitator, educator and communicator, with a deep passion for human growth, connection and empowerment. In my free time, you can find me fawning over Maya, the family dog, doing yoga or meditating and on walks, so many walks, in rain, shine or snow. Most importantly I am called to help humans create more compassionate, safe and inclusive spaces and organizations where all women can thrive. This is what lights me up and makes me tick. On International Women’s Day 2021 I was honoured to be featured by World Pulse in the article: “Her Story Makes History: 21 Women Leaders to Watch in 2021” in the company of a group of 21 changemakers from 13 different countries who are connecting online to power change on the ground, and to have received a CREA Global Award from Brainz Magazine in 2022 and 2023 recognizing leaders in innovation, diversity and inclusion and in mental health projects.

Creating our Vision of an Inclusive Work Environment

In July, ALG had to the pleasure of facilitating an inspiring virtual interactive session to discuss our vision of inclusive work environments from a place of hope and connection. More than ever, I believe we need to move TOWARDS a new vision, which takes patience, courage and conversations over time. Among other highlights we: 1.

By |2021-03-09T22:51:24+00:00November 18th, 2020|

Intimate Partner Violence and COVID 19: Tips for Employers

I write this article on a subject close to my heart, and as a complement to this public awareness raising video on domestic violence during COVID done in collaboration with Mtavari Channel, a UN Women Georgia partner. Mtavari Channel is the only and the first channel in the Caucasus Region to become a signatory company

By |2023-04-11T19:41:19+00:00October 16th, 2020|

“Me Too” – What Next?

Reporting mechanisms and policies...need to become real and alive in people’s day to day. We need to consider our human emotions, doubts and fears around how to do this and how to bring everyone into the conversation to co-create solutions.   #Me Too - what next? Those I work with know I am passionate about

By |2024-04-28T12:57:35+00:00August 25th, 2020|
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