Latoya Nugent, MSc., PGDip., BA
Latoya Nugent is a black queer refugee feminist activist with over 15 years of experience in education and training, advocacy, movement building, strategic leadership, program development, and design thinking. Grounded in the Frierean philosophy and tradition of teaching for transformation, Latoya’s approach to advocacy and leadership centers people with lived expertise toward her vision of co-curating a liberatory world. A critical thinker and strategist, Latoya designed and led a significant body of work in the Caribbean at the intersection of queer identities, black feminisms, and financial freedom.
In her capacity as Head of Engagement, Latoya leads the organization’s design thinking and strategic engagement with partners and the public, to deepen the understanding of our mission and galvanize support and buy-in for building a global queer liberation movement. She oversees the design and implementation of our communications, volunteer, and refugee leadership initiatives, as we cultivate more meaningful relationships with partners and amplify
the impact of our work.
An avid reader, lover of music, landscape photography, and open waters, Latoya has made Canada her home, thanks to the radical and revolutionary work of Rainbow Railroad and the kindness and compassion of The 519
