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Jill Andres
Executive Director at Winnipeg Poverty Reduction Council Doctor of Social Sciences Student at Royal Roads University Principal, Creating Value (Social Innovation)
Jill Andres is the Executive Director of the Winnipeg Poverty Reduction Council, a position she has held since January 2021. She is associated with the United Way Winnipeg, where she leads initiatives focused on reducing poverty in the city. Her work emphasizes collaborative approaches to address complex social challenges, particularly through participatory processes that involve diverse community stakeholders.134
Andres has a strong academic background, holding a Master of Business Administration from the University of Calgary and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Social Sciences at Royal Roads University. Her research focuses on co-designing equitable participatory processes that empower communities facing systemic challenges.1 She has also been involved in initiatives related to Truth and Reconciliation, specifically addressing the corporate sector's role in reconciliation efforts guided by Indigenous leaders.1
In addition to her role at the Winnipeg Poverty Reduction Council, she has experience as a facilitator and coach, having designed and taught courses on social innovation and systems change. She has presented her work internationally, underscoring her commitment to fostering understanding and solutions for societal issues.12
