Laurna Strikwerda

Laurna Strikwerda is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in project development and research, currently serving as the Director at the Canada Green Building Council since May 2019, after roles including Acting Director and Manager. Laurna's background includes significant positions at the International Foundation for Electoral Systems as a Senior Program Officer and at Freedom House, where Laurna focused on the Middle East and North Africa as Senior Program Officer. Prior experience encompasses managing editorial responsibilities at Search for Common Ground and an internship at Sojourners. Laurna holds a Master's degree in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor's degree in Art History and Women's Studies from St. Olaf College.