When I arrived in Canada, I felt lost, alone and overwhelmed. I’m so grateful I was referred to IWSO. Thanks for your support, guidance and the information you provided. I now feel confident to access services and I feel I am part of the Ottawa community.
Abigail Williams - Treasurer
Abigail Williams is a financial and policy analyst with a background in economic theory. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences in Economics from the University of Ottawa and is working towards her MA in Economics at Carleton University. Currently, Abigail serves as a Supervisor at the Bank of Canada, overseeing retail payments supervision by assessing operational and fund safeguarding risk of payment providers. Her prior roles involved critical risk analysis and resolution strategies for major financial institutions, including leading complex crisis simulations. Abigail's experience also includes policy analysis at Transport Canada and early career work in regulatory reporting and compliance. Her commitment to community service is evident from her board role at the Canadian Association of Urban Financial Professionals and mentorship with Apathy is Boring, where she has championed youth engagement and development. Fluent in English and with intermediate French skills, Abigail brings a strong analytical background and effective communication skills to the Board of Immigrant Women Services Ottawa. In her free time, Abigail enjoys running and catching up on her never-ending book list.
Maria Choque - Member
Hosai Qasmi - Member
Georgette Morris - Member at large
Veronica Dingile Mbofana - Member
