Nina Nath has been a tireless advocate for seniors and the disabled population.
The 70 year old has spent years working with municipal and provincial governments, charitable organizations, and private corporations to make Airdrie a more inclusive community.
It’s something she knows a bit about.
“I have been disabled for 25 years, so I know what challenges we face,” says Nath.
“We are the ones that are brushed under the carpet. We are the last ones they consider for anything. For example, doors aren’t wide enough for us and many places don’t have ramps. There are many challenges we face on a daily basis, and I have made it my mission to do something about it.”
Nath is a co-founder of Volunteer Airdrie Society and has served on other non-profit boards including Community Links. Currently, she is a council member of Welcoming Airdrie — an organization dedicated to helping newcomers to settle into their new lives in Airdrie — and the Rocky View Local Immigration Partnership.
She hopes her work will eventually lead to Airdrie being recognized as one of the most inclusive cities in the country.
“Nina was recently awarded the Northern Lights Volunteer Recognition Award from the Province of Alberta for her lifetime dedication and achievements in her community,” says nominator David Maffitt.
“She continues to build awareness of the challenges of living as a disabled senior.”