“During my public policy summer at Women’s Shelters Canada, I conducted in-depth research on gender-based violence (GBV) across Canada. It was my first time living out of province, and I would not have taken that leap out of my comfort zone without Loran’s support and encouragement. The experience was transformative; contributing to work with real-world […]

“The Loran community taught me the value of collaboration and meaningful dialogue—lessons that have carried through to my work today. As our team grows, I’m reminded of the ways the Loran’s leadership enrichment program honed my capacity to be an effective leader. It’s all about bringing people together to better understand each other’s needs.”

“At the BlackNorth Initiative, we are proud to invest in Loran by supporting students whose leadership, integrity, and resilience embody the best of Canada’s future. Loran’s rigorous, character-based selection process ensures that outstanding young Canadians from diverse backgrounds—including talented Black students—receive the support they need to drive transformational change. By championing Loran’s work with exceptional […]