Judy McCann Beranger, Newfoundland and Labrador
M.A. (Hons); B.ED., B.A., Cert. Family Comprehensive Med, Advanced & Cert.EM Advanced
Judy’s academic work in Psychology and Community Development, along with her studies and experience in mediation, motivated her to learn about and support the rights of older people. This heightened her passion to the power and potential of working on initiatives that unite various age groups. Judy has a strong history of community work. A sampling of her work with age related issues: sixteen years leading a clinical practice for people living with Alzheimer and related brain diseases; represented Canada in the design of international standards for dementia care with the Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitation Facilities; chaired eleven Elder Mediation World Summits, pioneered an Elder Mediation program for families addressing health concerns, led research on Elder Mediation, was the team lead for the development of an international certification program for elder mediators and drafted the first code of conduct. Judy is Chair of SeniorsNL and the Elder Mediation International Network. She was the recipient of several national and international leadership awards from Family Service Canada, Family Mediation Canada, Elder Mediation International Network and the Government of Canada’s Queen’s Jubilee Medal.
Annalise Stenekes, Ontario
B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., R.S.W.
Executive Director at Family Mediation Canada
Annalise is currently serving as the Executive Director of FMC. She has a Master of Social Work degree and over 20 years of experience leading non-profit organizations that make an impact on the communities they serve. Early in her career, she completed the Certificate in Dispute Resolution at Atkinson College (York University) which has deeply influenced her both personally and professionally. She is eager to expand on this foundation by completing the Elder Mediation training and certification process. Prior to her current role, the bulk of her career after completing a BSW and MSW was leading the delivery of hospice palliative care services both locally and provincially. Annalise now teaches and mentors post-secondary students in the social work discipline.