Seid Oumer Ahmed began his career as Journalist in Ethiopia and has lived experience as a refugee resettling in 2003 in Canada. Seid has held a number of positions in the settlement sector at IRCOM, Red River College, Manitoba Nurses’ Union, and Immigrant Centre. As a result, he has developed a strong understanding of the various needs and challenges new Canadians face both personally and in workplace environments. In his current role with MANSO, he is able to pursue his sincere desire to help. Seid is thrilled to be a part of the MANSO team, supporting the (re)settlement and language providers as well as newcomers.

Don Boddy began his work with MANSO in March 2017. Before that, he was the Settlement Services Coordinator at the Newcomer’s Welcome Centre (Portage Learning and Literacy Centre) in Portage la Prairie. Don has lived in rural Manitoba for more than thirty (30) years and has worked and volunteered in the non-profit/volunteer sector for more than twenty (20) years. Along with his work, Don has served on the MIRSSA and MANSO Boards and has co-chaired the MANSO Housing Committee. Don understands the value of expanding his capacity through building a network of professional peers, organizational partners and a “constellation of mentors.” During the time that Don has been working and walking with Newcomers to Canada, his life has been changed by the gifts of wisdom, courage, and kindness he has received from this work. He is excited to be serving in this role and to be part of the MANSO team.

Justine is the Communications and Project Coordinator at the Manitoba Association of Newcomer Serving Organizations (MANSO), where she oversees membership engagement and supports communication efforts across various platforms. With a Bachelor’s degree in International Business and a Certificate in Community Economic Development, she brings expertise in strategic communications, project planning, and stakeholder engagement to the role. Justine is passionate about amplifying newcomer voices and building inclusive communities across Manitoba through sector connections and advancing newcomer inclusion through MANSO’s work.

Erika brings over 15 years of experience working with newcomer communities, with a heart for equity, connection, and collective care. As MANSO’s Anti-Racism and GBA Plus Specialist, she supports organizations across Manitoba in strengthening inclusive, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive practices. Erika has been part of national GBA Plus work, supported teams responding to gender-based violence, and previously worked in settlement and community leadership roles. She is passionate about social justice, community-led change, and building respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples.