Marian Johnson
2025-2026 President

A toast of thanks …

Earlier this month, we celebrated Thanksgiving here in Canada, and I spent it with three generations of family – some born into it and others found over the years – but all intentionally connected. It was a weekend filled with fun, food, and laughter, and moments of gratitude for the people who show up, the stories that connect us, and the traditions we build together. 

It reminded me that family often extends far beyond our homes. Sometimes, it’s the people we choose to gather with – the communities we intentionally create – that shape and sustain us most. In many ways, that’s what ADRP feels like to me. We come together from across the sector and across geographies, with different experiences, cultures, and roles, but united by shared purpose and passion. 

Since the conference, I’ve loved seeing members celebrate connections new and old, shout out to those who inspire us (and those we wish to grow up to be), and share sparks of inspiration and ideas already in action – with ADRP at the heart of so many of those stories. 

As we move through this season of thanks, here’s to continuing to build this chosen family – across borders, across time, and with gratitude at the heart of it all. 

Thank you, ADRP Family! 

With gratitude,

Marian Johnson
President, ADRP