Morgan Hussey
Morgan, born and raised in rural Nova Scotia, holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies with a minor in Business Administration and a Master of Education in Lifelong Learning, both from Mount Saint Vincent University, where she graduated as valedictorian (B.A.) and received the President’s Prize (M.Ed.). Academically, Morgan’s research interests include Canadian Parliamentary politics and empowering women in politics.
During her time at university, Morgan served as Program Coordinator for Model United Nations, where she not only led the program’s initiatives but also lectured on topics related to diplomacy, international relations, and debate skills. In this role, she empowered students to engage with real-world global issues while building key skills in strategic problem-solving and effective communication. Morgan also held various leadership roles on campus, supporting students and advancing research. She was a resident assistant, student mental health support worker, peer advisor, research assistant, and CN research intern. Her research positions supported work focusing on women’s experiences in national defence and the Canadian military, and the over-incarceration of BIPOC women in Canada.
Recognized for her contributions to sustainable agriculture and food security, Morgan received a 4-H Canada Leadership Excellence Award of Distinction under the pillar of Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security.
Morgan enjoys pursuing volunteer opportunities. She recently completed a term on the Nova Scotia Youth Climate Council, where she provided policy recommendations to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change for the province of Nova Scotia and planned educational events for youth across the province to promote net-zero initiatives. Currently, Morgan is a member of the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada Youth Advisory Council, where she has the opportunity to collaborate with other council members to work towards positive change and innovative solutions in the areas of environmental inequality, biodiversity loss, climate change, and youth leadership.
Hebbs Cross, NS
