Our Team
Lake Superior was an important part of the fur trading relationship between the First Nations and the French fur traders.
Collaborative and Community-Focused
Board of Directors
Wendy Stoneburg
Chair and President
Connie Gray
vice president and secretary
Connie nurtures her passion for learning through school board and university teaching roles.
Scott Page
Treasurer
Scott Page brings more than a decade of senior tax-accounting expertise to USNN’s Board.
Starla McDougall
Starla contributes her knowledge to environmental stewardship and youth leadership programs across New Brunswick.
Keeley Moulton
Driven by a genuine passion for personal and professional growth, Keeley thrives on new challenges.
Samantha Ratti
Samantha supports initiatives that blend education with environmental and cultural awareness.
Advisory Committee Members
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Lena Dedyukina
community engagement advisor
Lena is a Yakut PhD candidate at the University of Ottawa focusing on food security and environmental peacebuilding.
Maggie Pugh
habitat and conservation advisor
Maggie specializes in analyzing and interpreting ecosystems, habitats, and wildlife species.
Starla McDougall
Indigenous lead
Starla contributes her knowledge to environmental stewardship and youth leadership programs across New Brunswick.
Jennifer Medd
youth engagement and leadership development lead
Project Coordinator and Youth Engagement Lead at United Spirit Nature Network (USNN). As an early-career environmental professional, Jennifer brings energy, creativity, and a collaborative spirit to her work.
Julia McHugh
Grants Coordinator
At USNN, Julia is focused on building strong partnerships with funders, educators, and grassroots organizations to advance projects that protect ecosystems, promote environmental education, and reconnect communities with nature.
Management Team
Sama AlMaarofi
executive director
Sama is the founding Executive Director of the United Spirit Nature Network. Her leadership merges rigorous science with Two-Eyed-Seeing principles empowering Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
Mackenzie Warman
Project Coordinator
Mackenzie is an early-career ecologist with extensive experience as a wildlife field technician, specializing in avian ecology and their habitats. She is dedicated to advancing conservation through community engagement and environmental education.
Malik Taha
Energy Efficiency & Renewable
Technologies Lead
At USNN, Malik serves as our resident Energy-Efficiency Storyteller: he translates the language of amps and BTUs into inspiring narratives.
Masah Douabul
Youth Engagement CoordinatoR
Masah Douabul is a passionate artist and writer who loves using creativity to connect with others and spark new ideas. As an active youth, Masah draws inspiration from both her Iraqi heritage and her love of nature.
Our Volunteers
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Scott Walsh
Technical & Administrative
Scott Walsh is a dedicated volunteer with the United Spirit Nature Network (USNN), bringing his passion for environmental stewardship and his strong background in technical and administrative support to the organization.
Ryker Lucas
YOUTH VOLUNTEER
Ryker is 13 years old and will be starting high school at FHS this fall. He enjoys being outdoors, hiking, and bicycling with friends.
Deepanshi Yadav
YOUTH VOLUNTEER
Deepanshi is a high school student with a strong passion for nature, science, and giving back to her community. Her participation in the Youth Forestry Training hosted by USNN inspired her to get more involved with the organization and its mission.
