Joyce Lancen

Seasoned non-profit Executive. Trained U.S. lawyer and human rights advocate with a strong legal background and a specialization in immigration law and policy. I hold a JD and an LLM in Law and Government from accredited U.S. law schools, and I am licensed to practice law in Minnesota and passed in five other U.S. states that administer the Uniform Bar Exam. Highly driven, results-oriented, collaborative, and well-rounded leader with a passion for working with children and youth. Committed to advancing work grounded in social justice and advocacy, equity, and anti-oppression. Worked across multiple continents to protect the rights of the vulnerable and disadvantaged, especially children and immigrants, and developed and delivered presentations and trainings on legal and human rights issues for various audiences and stakeholders. Currently pursuing an Executive MBA in Strategic Leadership from Valar Institute, to further enhance my skills and knowledge in leading and growing social impact organizations. Seeking a senior management role at a Canadian-based nonprofit or a U.S. remote position at a similar organization.