PLEDJ's Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Amal Elsana Alh’jooj, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal! 🎖️

We are delighted to share that our Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Amal Elsana Alh’jooj, has been honored with the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This prestigious award, presented by the Hon. Marc Gold, PC, at a Senate of Canada ceremony on November 6, recognizes Dr. Elsana Alh’jooj's unwavering dedication to empowering marginalized communities, combating systemic discrimination and oppression and fostering unity in Montréal and beyond.

Dr. Amal Elsana Alh'jooj awarded King Charles III coronation Medal

(Photo 1) : L-R - Dr. Amal Elsana Alh'jooj , Senator Marc Gold

As the visionary founder of PLEDJ, she has spearheaded initiatives like the Solidarity Dialogues, which train leaders to facilitate open, honest and brave conversations among groups experiencing deep-rooted, identity-based conflicts, especially under the challenges of  censorship and polarization. These dialogues have become essential platforms for building empathy, mutual understanding, and trust among communities who might otherwise remain divided. This year alone, the Solidarity Dialogues will reach over 250 community members across Montréal, building bridges across divides and reinforcing our collective strength and resilience.

The King Charles III Coronation Medal is awarded to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Canadian communities. Dr. Elsana Alh’jooj's work exemplifies this mission, as she continues to bridge divides between marginalized communities and decision makers, creating pathways for sustainable social change and building communities where hate and racism have no place.

          (Photo 2) : L-R : Dr. Amal Elsana Alh'jooj, Senator Marc Gold, Usher of the Black Rod John Grefory Peters

Dr. Elsana Alh’jooj's journey as an activist, scholar and social worker is a testament to her commitment to social justice. From grassroots organizing in the Naqab to founding PLEDJ in Montréal, her path reflects the belief that lasting change is achievable when we prioritize inclusion, elevate local voices, and foster environments of trust. Her dedication reminds us that empowering communities is fundamental to dismantling oppression and that, together, we can strengthen our shared humanity.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Elsana Alh’jooj on this remarkable and well-deserved recognition. Her leadership and vision continue to inspire us all.

Congratulations!

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