Our Team
A group of dedicated lawyers, professionals, law students, and community members
Benjamin Isitt– Managing Director
Ben is a lawyer, author, and grassroots community advocate based in Lekwungen territory (Victoria, BC). He serves in a pro bono capacity as Managing Director and Director of Legal Services at the Red Cedar Advocacy Centre. In his spare time, Ben enjoys the outdoors, cooking, and low-carbon travel.
Skyler Curtis – Caseworker Coordinator
J.D candidate at UVic focusing on criminal defence and public interest law. Working with supportive housing orgs. and serving as a marshal and legal observer for community groups, inspires her to pursue law for systemic change. She is also the coordinator for the Harm Reduction and Decriminalization (HARDLaw) law club and Events Coordinator for The Black Law Student Association. She also enjoys camping, acting, or reading by the water.
Kiana Froese– Communications/ Finance Coordinator
A third year law student at UVic dedicated to pursuing public interest law. She holds executive roles in the Environmental Law Club and serves on the Board of Directors for the Environmental Law Centre, actively engaging with environmental law and potential reform. Prior to starting school, she collaborated with environmental conservation non-profits on grassroots initiatives. Beyond her legal studies, she finds joy in gardening, surfing, knitting, and skiing.
Antonia Mendel – Case Manager/ Research Coordinator
Antonia supports clients at Red Cedar Advocacy Centre through research, conducting client interviews, affidavit drafting, and case preparation. She holds a BA in Environmental Studies and Political Science from UVic and has experience in grassroots organizing, Indigenous and international solidarity work, and trauma-informed facilitation. She is working towards becoming a Chartered Mediator. In her free time, Antonia enjoys sailing, community projects, and live music.
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