Gemma Hickey

An acclaimed author and activist, has made significant strides in gender equity in Canada. Their advocacy led to legalizing same-sex marriage in 2005 and securing gender-neutral birth certificates in Newfoundland and Labrador in 2017. Gemma’s international impact extended to Japan, where they raised awareness of non-binary identities. They also founded organizations supporting survivors of religious institutional abuse and clergy trauma survivors. As a survivor themselves, Gemma’s personal experiences drive their empathy and commitment to social progress.

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