Heidi’s journey is one of dedication to supporting vulnerable youth and families, rooted in her background in social work and frontline experience. With over two decades of commitment to addressing youth homelessness, she brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to her role as Program Design and Training Consultant at A Way Home Canada. Her work extends beyond borders, as she collaborates with agencies across Canada, and internationally amplifying the voices of young people and driving positive change within the sector with the hope to end and prevent youth homelessness. Before joining A Way Home, Heidi supported the work at the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness as a trainer where she not only conducted training but also conducted fidelity reviews, ensuring quality and effectiveness in programs. Her earlier tenure at the Boys and Girls Club of Calgary, managing Housing First for Youth programs for seventeen years, showcases her long-standing commitment to providing essential services and support to vulnerable youth. Within A Way Home Canada, Heidi offers support within the Making the Shift Youth Homelessness Demonstration Lab, where she provides coaching and training to community partners across Canada, and internationally. Through her hands-on approach, she empowers others to deliver person-centered care effectively, fostering a community dedicated to improving the lives of young people and practitioners alike. Heidi’s passion for her work is evident, dedicating time to sharing knowledge, providing support, and fostering a sense of community within the youth homelessness sector, with the ultimate goal of working towards a future where all youth have access to the support, opportunities and permanent connections they need to thrive.