Board of Directors

Lila is the Manager of Supportive Response Programs at CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services. Prior to this role, Lila spent 10 years at Regional HIV/AIDS Connection, where she honed her expertise in supporting individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. Lila has also contributed significantly to the HIV sector and AIDS Service Organizations (ASOs) across the province through her 3 years of service on the Ontario AIDS Network's Board of Directors. Lila has completed extensive training in suicide intervention, critical incident debriefing, anti-racist/anti-oppression work, trauma-informed care practices, and crisis de-escalation.

With over 15 years of experience in Human Resources, Justin is a seasoned HR professional. He is deeply committed to advocating for marginalized communities, particularly as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Justin has a strong commitment to social justice and has gained profound insight into the challenges faced by those dealing with addiction. Justin is eager to contribute his expertise and personal insights as a member of the Regional HIV/AIDS Connection Board of Directors, where he hopes to support the organization’s mission to serve diverse communities and address critical social issues with empathy and effectiveness.

Kerri is a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for trauma-informed, embodied care. Their work focuses on supporting youth and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities through inclusive, client-centered mental health practices. They bring a strong commitment to community-based care, equity, and reducing stigma, along with experience in program development, group facilitation, and collaborative practice. They are dedicated to advancing compassionate, accessible services for individuals and communities impacted by HIV.

Alexa is a lawyer with Cohen Highley LLP in London, Ontario. She specializes in disability and personal injury law. Kindness, compassion, and fairness are the values she instills in her practice and the backbone of a strong community. Alexa is excited to bring her experience and passion for helping people, and her community, to her work with the RHAC Board.

Lily completed a BHSc in Health Sciences and MSc in the Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Western University. She is currently a Research Associate and Adult Liaison of the Youth Mental Health and Addictions Council at MINDS of London Middlesex, a Job Retention Specialist at Youth Opportunities Unlimited, and a DEI Consultant at Senomi Solutions Inc. In her previous role as a Community Outreach Facilitator at Black Youth Connect, Lily led several initiatives such as a session hosted by Regional HIV/AIDS Connection to provide culturally specific sexual health information.

At present, Raymond is retired. In addition to being an active volunteer at RHAC for over 10 years, he has also dedicated his time to volunteering for 519 Pursuit. For 7 years, Raymond was also a Chair and Board Member of his condominium. With more than three decades of experience as a Registered Practical Nurse, Raymond has been a skilled and compassionate team player committed to client advocacy and compassionate care. As a nurse at St. Joseph’s Health Care London and the Victorian Order of Nurses, Raymond has had the opportunity to mentor team members, provide emotional support to clients, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Kian is a Medical Sciences student at Western University with a demonstrated record of leadership, community advocacy, and public health engagement. He has served on the Youth Advisory Committee for Mental Health at Planned Parenthood Toronto and currently serves on the Board of Directors of Radio Western. His community involvement includes volunteering in the emergency department of Southlake Regional Health Centre for over two years. Kian is committed to advancing health equity, strengthening community resources, and bringing governance experience and cultural competency to his role with RHAC’s Board.