The Valley Wire

Habitat NS welcomes new executive director

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Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia (HFHNS) recently announced that Donna Williamson has been hired as the executive director for the notfor-profit affordable housing organizati­on, which is based in Dartmouth.

As the former executive director of Home of the Guardian Angel and Family SOS, Williamson has over 20 years of proven experience leading not-for-profits at both the local and national levels where she honed exceptiona­l skills in communicat­ions, fund developmen­t, program delivery and building collaborat­ive relationsh­ips. In her most recent role as regional manager, Atlantic Canada for March of Dimes, Williamson was responsibl­e for strategic developmen­t, implementa­tion and expansion of the After Stroke Program, as well as community-based programs in Atlantic Canada.

Williamson’s leadership and passion in giving back to the community began when, as a teenager, she started volunteeri­ng in her hometown of Pictou, N.S. Williamson brings with her a wealth of experience in working closely with boards of directors. She currently is the immediate past chair of the board for Brain Injury Associatio­n of Nova Scotia and has served on numerous boards, including Cobequid Community Health Board, Canadian Progress Club (CPC) Halifax Cornwallis, CPC East Regional Board as well as the CPC National Board.

“Habitat Nova Scotia’s board of directors is looking forward to working with Donna,” said Kevin Riles, board chair of Habitat NS. “Donna will be leading the implementa­tion of the organizati­on’s five year strategic plan and having her experience will result in serving more Nova Scotia families through Habitat’s affordable housing programs.”

Williamson said, “I am excited about working alongside the dedicated team at Habitat NS – along with so many passionate volunteers and supporters – to continue building homes for those who need a hand up to homeowners­hip.”

“Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work with organizati­ons that focus on building relationsh­ips. I very much see my role as continuing to build on the foundation that has already been establishe­d in Nova Scotia. I am excited to see where we can grow to impact even more Nova Scotians.”

For nearly the past 30 years, HFHNS, has been a leading provider of affordable housing in Nova Scotia, providing an estimated total of $12,600,000 in societal benefits. Through affordable housing and homeowners­hip, Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia brings communitie­s together to help families build strength, stability and independen­ce through affordable homeowners­hip.

 ?? CONTRIBUTE­D ?? Donna Williamson was recently named Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia’s new executive director.
CONTRIBUTE­D Donna Williamson was recently named Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia’s new executive director.

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