Valérie Plouffe

Executive Director

Trained in the psychology of communication at the University of Quebec in Montreal, Valérie has worked for more than fifteen years in the community sector. It is first of all group animation and processes of change that challenge him, then social development and intersectoral action within the round tables of the East of Montreal.

Mobilization agent for ten years within a local consultation in early childhood, she knew how to develop her knowledge of community organizations and their daily reality. She knows how to take advantage of citizen participation and the collective intelligence of community stakeholders in the service of impactful projects. She recently completed graduate studies at the University of Quebec in Montreal in the management of social and collective enterprises.

Jenny Beauchemin

Organization services coordinator

Before joining the Foundation, Jenny dedicated most of her career to working with youth. Holding a background that combines visual arts, psychology, and art therapy, she spent eight years with a community organization in Quebec devoted to supporting underprivileged children and their families. Starting as a social worker and later becoming Director of the Intervention Department, she developed a strong understanding of social issues as well as hands-on experience with the challenges faced by the community sector.

Driven by deep values of social justice, empathy, and commitment, Jenny aims to put her expertise at the service of young people, helping them reach their full potential. For her, supporting today’s youth means investing in a fairer, more united, and more promising collective future.

Dulmaa Luvsansharav

Program Coordinator for Mongolia

With a master's degree in science and engineering, Dulmaa began her career in the textile industry. However, as Mongolia experienced significant political changes including the transition to a free market economy, Dulmaa's career took an unexpected turn. She begins to get involved in the social development of families and children, a field of activity that brings her great satisfaction.

Dulmaa worked notably for Save the Children UK in Mongolia, where she acquired good experience in humanitarian aid. Now coordinator of FDG programs in Mongolia, she identifies and supports projects that ensure the well-being and development of children at risk, by giving them access to educational activities and opportunities that allow them to reach their full potential. It also promotes partnerships between organizations supported by FDG in order to create an effective network dedicated to the protection of children's rights and the improvement of their living conditions.