This March, we’re asking you to help shape the conversations that matter by joining our free expert database.
By including voices like yours, our database makes it easier for journalists, podcast producers and event organizers to diversify their sources – while amplifying your insights and impact.
Why Your Voice Matters
At the current rate of progress, full gender parity won’t be reached until 2158—five generations from now.
We can’t afford to wait. Women’s voices represent less than a third of those quoted and featured in Canada’s most influential news media. We can’t advance gender equity if our perspectives aren’t shaping public discourse.
The solution? A greater diversity of perspectives. Better representation.
When diverse voices shape public dialogue, we all benefit from:
- Richer policy discussions
- More nuanced solutions
- Better social outcomes
- Stronger democracy
Join the Database. Be Part of the Change.
Connect with journalists and broadcasters seeking your insights.Whether you’re a researcher, professional or someone with valuable lived experience, your perspective matters.
You Can:
- Increase your visibility and impact
- Shape important public conversations
- Connect with media opportunities
- Join a community of changemakers
- Control your availability and engagement
Your Perspective Is Invaluable
People are qualified to speak to the media based on many different criteria, and these qualifications vary depending on the story and context.
What matters most is: Can you add value to people’s understanding of the issue?
Real Impact Examples
A mother who raised an autistic child may offer as much or more insight to a particular story as an accredited health provider. Someone with lived experience as an immigrant can provide valuable nuance and emotional context that wouldn’t be available from a policy researcher alone.
Types of Expertise May Include:
- Lived experience that brings depth and context
- Professional experience in a field or industry
- Educational credentials
- Published thought leadership
- Current work or volunteer experience
- Professional accreditation
- Research experience
- Recognition from peers in your field
Your unique perspective on relevant issues is what journalists are looking for.
Help Close the Gender Gap – Join Us Today
We can’t wait 134 years for gender equity.
Take the first step toward more inclusive public discourse and better representation in the media.