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Leadership

The people behind AWCP.

A small, dedicated team building community programming across Pictou County.

Portrait of Declan Rorison

Declan Rorison

Co-Founder, President & Finance and Operations Director

Declan Rorison is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University, holding a Bachelor of Arts with a Joint Major in Political Science and Psychology, as well as a second Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Philosophy. Their academic work focused on human rights, social justice, ethics, social issues and inequality, and disability studies, shaping a strong foundation for their community-centered work.

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Samantha Fagan

Co-Founder, Vice President & Community Engagement Director

Samantha Fagan is a business graduate and emerging professional with a strong focus on entrepreneurship, leadership, and community development. She holds a Diploma in Business Administration from Nova Scotia Community College and a Bachelor of Business Administration from St. Francis Xavier University, where she majored in Entrepreneurship with a minor in Sociology.

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Jessica Fagan

Partnerships and Development Director

Jessica Fagan is a dedicated and community-minded student in her third year at Saint Mary's University, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with a joint major in Criminology and Political Science. She aspires to attend law school and continue her commitment to public service through policy and advocacy.

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Anastasia Murphy

Educational Programming Director

Biography coming soon.

Portrait of Maybelaine Hornilla

Maybelaine Hornilla

Marketing Coordinator

Maybelaine Hornilla is a graduate of the Nova Scotia Community College – Pictou Campus, where she completed her Diploma in Business Administration with Honours and was recognized as the 2025 Valedictorian. She is currently working with MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law and East Avenue Dining, where she continues to develop her skills in communication, client service, and community engagement.

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