Kimberly Grey
Kamloops, BC
kimberlyanngrey@msn.com | (604) 750-0302
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Human rights and social justice advocate with over 20 years of experience in child welfare, Indigenous engagement, and systemic reform. Currently working as an Advocate with the Representative for Children and Youth (RCY), supporting children, youth, and families navigating complex provincial systems.
Practice is grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, relational accountability, and community-informed approaches. Extensive experience collaborating with Indigenous partners to support self-determination, culturally safe service delivery, and family-centered care.
Holds a Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice, with specialization in Indigenous governance, social determinants of health, and systemic inequities. Brings expertise in policy development, legislative analysis, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy across complex systems.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Advocate
Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) | February 2025 – Present
- Provide advocacy services to children, youth, and families involved with provincial systems
- Apply trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches in all aspects of practice
- Collaborate with service providers, communities, and internal teams to address systemic barriers
- Support equitable access to services for Indigenous and marginalized populations
- Analyze case trends to inform advocacy strategies and systemic recommendations
Senior Policy Analyst
Partnerships and Indigenous Engagement Division (PIED), MCFD | August 2024 – February 2025
- Co-developed child welfare policy with Indigenous partners supporting jurisdiction and governance
- Led work related to Section 92.1 Community Agreements
- Conducted legislative analysis aligned with federal and provincial frameworks
- Prepared briefing notes, policy recommendations, and Treasury Board submissions
- Coordinated multi-stakeholder engagement across ministries and Indigenous communities
Advocate
Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) | May 2016 – August 2024
- Provided direct advocacy and systemic support in child welfare, education, and mental health
- Led high-risk and complex advocacy cases
- Delivered child rights workshops incorporating Indigenous perspectives and GBA+
- Collaborated with service systems to resolve barriers and improve outcomes
- Mentored staff and supported training in culturally safe and trauma-informed practice
Social Worker
Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) | 2008 – 2016
- Delivered child protection services and supervised social work teams
- Worked closely with Indigenous families and communities to develop culturally appropriate plans
- Managed crisis situations and high-risk cases
- Ensured compliance with CFCSA and provincial policy
- Supported permanency planning and family-centered interventions
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice
Thompson Rivers University | Completed 2026
- Focus on Indigenous governance, social determinants of health, and systemic inequities
- Integrated policy analysis, advocacy, and community-based approaches
Bachelor of Social Work
University College of the Cariboo (Thompson Rivers University) | 1998
- Focus on child protection, Indigenous engagement, and family services
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Indigenous Engagement and Relational Practice
- Policy Development and Legislative Analysis
- Advocacy and Systems Navigation
- Trauma-Informed and Culturally Safe Practice
- Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Building
- Social Determinants of Health and Equity Analysis
- Leadership and Mentorship
- Data Analysis and Evidence-Informed Decision Making
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
- Certified Yoga Therapist
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Cultural Safety and Humility Training
- Leadership Development
- Project Management