Olena Hankivsky
Mayor of Port Hope
We are honoured to welcome Dr. Hankivsky as a speaker at the Opening Panel of Business Woman Forum 2026.
Dr. Olena Hankivsky — A Woman Transforming Communities Through Leadership and Equity
Mayor of Port Hope, Ontario (Canada), political scientist, academic, advocate, and one of the leading voices for inclusive governance and equity in public policy.
Dr. Olena Hankivsky represents a new generation of leadership — bold, community-driven, and focused on lasting change. Since being elected in 2022, she has led her municipality with a clear vision: to expand access to affordable housing, build inclusive infrastructure, support local development, and ensure transparent governance.
Before her role in public office, Dr. Hankivsky built an international academic career as an expert in intersectionality, feminist public policy, and social justice. Her research and advocacy have impacted how governments understand and serve diverse populations.
Today, as Mayor, she continues to inspire women in Canada and beyond to take up leadership roles and actively shape the communities they live in.
🔹 Speaker of the Opening Panel at Business Woman Forum 2026
Dr. Hankivsky will share her insights on building inclusive cities, leadership rooted in equity, and the transformative power of women in politics.
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