Laken Callaghan (pronunciation) is a settler of Celtic and Scandinavian descent who was raised on Stó:lō territory, specifically that of the Qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen) peoples. They continue to work and create as an uninvited guest with deep reverence on the traditional, ancestral, and stolen territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations.
They joined Ecojustice in 2023 as the Office Administrator for Vancouver, with over a decade of experience in administration, facilitation, and environmental justice. Laken is passionate about protecting the environment through their work and various volunteer initiatives. Beyond Ecojustice Laken is also an artist and entrepreneur. They’re passionate about helping people, building community, and making the planet a better place. When not at work, Laken is often swimming in the ocean, walking in the forest, and creating art.