The Day She Starts Seeing Herself Differently
Just Me Conference is a one-day immersive experience where girls ages 8-18 discover confidence, build meaningful connections, explore future possibilities, and learn the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Who Should Attend?
All Girls Age 8-18
Explore, connect, build confidence, and gain tools to thrive in school and beyond.
Parents
Explore how to support daughters’ growth, discover resources, and connect with a community invested in their success.
Educators
Access strategies, insights, and expert resources to better support students’ development and empowerment.
WORKSHOPS & PANELS
Panels bring together leaders, innovators, and mentors to discuss important topics of impact and provide insights.
Your Host & Energy Keeper
Diondra Filicetti
Learning & Development Specialist, Author & Tedx Speaker
Keynote Speaker
Alexandra Gillespie
Vice-President of the University of Toronto and Principal of U of T Mississauga
Featured Speaker
Marina Saleeb
Miss International Canada 2026, Founder of Finspire Foundation
Featured Speaker
Karmen Mohindru
Specialist, Community & Fan Development with the Toronto Maple Leafs at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
Insightful Panel Discussions
Panel Discussion: LeadHer Leaders
Indey Dass
Chief Operating Officer
(COO) of Mississauga Convention Centre
Moderator
Dr Smita L S Halder
Vice Dean of TMU School of Medicine, Physician and Career Coach for Physicians
Panelist
Cynthia Ene
P.Eng | Board Member &
Commissioner
Panelist
Janet Wardle
PEng, MBA, ICD.D
Executive Leader in Aerospace
Panelist
Harleen Laroria
Founder and CEO of SimplySmart Child Care & Montessori
Panelist
Panel Discussion: Emerging Leader
Kayla Sousa
Moderator Chair,
Career Pathways Cohort
Moderator
Vishar Yaghoubian
Panelist
Gurveer Bains
Director
CIBC Capital Markets
Panelist
Isabelle Chan
TMU Med Student and Founder of
Be Strong Together
Panelist
Future-Focused Workshops
Level Up Your Money Game: Creating Your Financial Toolkit | TD Wealth
Janice Lui CFP®
Senior Investment Advisor at
TD Private Wealth
Panelist
Karen Pua
Assistant Branch Manager with
TD Wealth (Mississauga, Brampton & Pine Valley)
Panelist
Pitch It Like a Boss | IDEA Mississauga
Kayla Sousa
Program Lead with
ICUBE at the University of Toronto
Mo Tahvili
Entrepreneur, Program Designer, Business and Entrepreneurship Consultant, and Small Business Advisor at
IDEA Mississauga
Street Smart & Aware; Practical Safety Hacks | Peel Police
Tara Farrow
Staff Sergeant,
Peel Police
Panelist
Jessica Rakoczy
Incident Response Trainer,
Peel Police
Panelist
You’re a Goal Getter: Make It Happen! | Dale Carnegie
Amy Blake
Vice President of Operations & Dale Carnegie Trainer
It’s Okay Not to Be Okay: Mind Matters | Everymind & Bell Let’s Talk
Garth Buckley
Coordinator for the Concurrent Disorders Program at
EveryMind Mental Health Services
Holistic Glow Without the Filter | Praveshni Govender
Praveshni Govender
Founder Growth Strategist | Facilitator | Skin Health & Wellness Educator
Parent-Focused Workshops
For Parents - Guiding Her Through the Storm; Decoding the Teen Years | Everymind & Bell Let’s Talk
Garth Buckley
Coordinator for the Concurrent Disorders Program at
EveryMind Mental Health Services
Sponsors
EmpowerHer Champion Title Sponsor
FuelHer Ally Lunch Sponsor
TreatHer - Afternoon Treat Sponsor
GiftHer Joy - Swag Bag Sponsor
Nourish Her - Breakfast Sponsor
InspireHer Workshop - Sponsors and/or Facilitation Partner
IgniteHer Marketplace Partner
What to Expect
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Because Confidence Shouldn't Be Left to Chance
Every girl deserves access to mentors, role models, opportunities, and conversations that help her see what is possible. Yet many young women navigate critical years of growth without exposure to the people, experiences, and guidance that can shape their future.
Just Me Conference was created to change that.
Through powerful keynote speakers, interactive workshops, career exploration, leadership development, and meaningful family conversations, we help girls build confidence, discover their strengths, and imagine bigger futures for themselves.
See the Impact. Feel the Energy.
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Power up the Possibilities
Join families, educators, mentors, community leaders, and partners who are committed to helping the next generation of girls build confidence, discover possibilities, and create futures they are excited to step into.