From Sri Lanka to Elmira: Cultivating Community and Inclusion with Abby Cooper
Description
Abby Cooper is the Founder of Hearts Open For Everyone (H.O.P.E.). Abby immigrated as a young child from Sri Lanka and, after spending some time in Toronto, she settled in Elmira, where she launched H.O.P.E. Her work blends mindfulness, community engagement, DEI education, and grassroots activism.
On this episode, she talks about what inspired her to launch H.O.P.E., and how mindfulness, leadership, and community building all come together in her work. We’ll talk about the impact of events like the Multicultural Festival of Elmira (coming up on Saturday, September 20th, 2025), the importance of partnerships, and her vision for the future of inclusion in Waterloo Region.
Let’s go “Behind the Business” with Abby Cooper of Hearts Open For Everyone.
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