Board of Directors
The Centre[3] board of directors is a dedicated group of individuals with diverse backgrounds and shared a passion for social change through artistic and social practices.
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Chair
Darrell Pinto
Director of Employment at Jumpstart Refugee Talent
Global executive leadership experience. Provides strategic governance and partnership development expertise.
Vice Chair
Larry Hughsam, CPA, CA, CFA
He / him
Retired — Former Director, Finance & Treasurer, Toronto Public Library
Retired with extensive experience as The Director, Finance & Treasurer at Toronto Public Library. Has volunteered as Treasurer for a number of LGBTQ+ organizations. Provides financial oversight, audit expertise, and governance leadership.
Secretary
Joan D'Souza
Strategic Project Manager & Self-Taught Artist
Strong background in nonprofit and mission-driven work. Brings expertise in governance, planning, and stakeholder engagement, with a commitment to accessibility, community impact, and supporting inclusive, innovative arts and social practice initiatives.
Treasurer
A.S. Merali
Faculty, McMaster University — Accounting & Financial Management
Provides fiscal oversight and risk management expertise.
Director
Teresa Gregorio
She / her
Educator: Campus & Community Engagement, McMaster Museum of Art
Brings expertise in inclusive programming and community partnerships.
Director
Kate Vasyliw
She / her
Hamilton-based Multidisciplinary Visual Artist
Exhibition coordination experience. Contributes creative leadership and curatorial insight.
Director
Amanda Hinkle-Wallace
She / her
Director of Education & Partnerships, Strike Anywhere Performance Ensemble (NYC)
Brings experience in arts education and cross-sector programming.