In the latest episode of the Empowerography Podcast, my guest is Ellen Contardi. Ellen Contardi is a passionate child advocate. She has spent time as an Educational Assistant with the York Region District School Board where she helped children with a range of abilities reach their full potential. Born to Italian immigrants in Toronto, she was raised in Etobicoke with her sister. Along with her husband and their two sons, Ellen is now a proud Vaughan citizen and actively engaged in the community. In this episode we discuss advocating for children, support, the waves of changes for autism, the importance of community, fundraising, making a difference and charities.

Ellen Contardi is a passionate child advocate. She has spent time as an Educational Assistant with the York Region District School Board where she helped children with a range of abilities reach their full potential. Born to Italian immigrants in Toronto, she was raised in Etobicoke with her sister. Along with her husband and their two sons, Ellen is now a proud Vaughan citizen and actively engaged in the community.

In 2016 Ellen was presented with a unique opportunity to give back to her community and since then it has been a rewarding journey of compassion and generosity. Inspired by the challenging plight that individuals affected by autism face every day, Ellen is proud to serve as President of Waves of Changes for Autism in an effort to provide assistance to Vaughan families who are in need.

Website: https://www.wavesofchanges.ca

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wavesofchangeforautism

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/GEM212229

LinkedIn: Ellen Contardi

Ellen Contardi Episode