Monica Dostal wants to invigorate the ways people perceive barriers in education. She challenges audiences to dig down to the root of why they want to complete their education so that they can continue to make connections, create communities, and build themselves up within their organizations. Particularly passionate about helping clients who are overcoming mental health barriers, Monica is concerned with providing individual academic pathways for marginalized clients so that they can strive within their personal and professional realms. Working with Contact North, Monica has been able to serve clients from various demographics in the GTA and Simcoe regions; continually offering academic pathways to literacy proficiency, high school completion and post secondary designations. Monica has guided hundreds of individuals on their path to academia and employment through various programs and educational courses while offering constant support to simplify the process.