About Our Speaker

We are honoured to welcome Linda Genereux as this year’s Trafalgar Ross Lecturer. A Canadian-American filmmaker and advocate for justice-impacted youth and adults, Linda co-produced the short advocacy film Because I’m Sixteen with the New York Center for Juvenile Justice, which addressed the need to raise the age of criminal responsibility in New York State.

Her debut feature documentary, When Does Freedom Begin, is a powerful exploration of the importance of freedom and empathy. Through the lens of personal, social, and political boundaries, the film invites audiences to reflect on what freedom truly means for each of us. When Does Freedom Begin has received widespread acclaim, including the Berlin Women Cinema Festival Award for Best Feature Documentary.

With an MSc in Urban Policy and an MA in Art History, Linda has also built a distinguished career as an entrepreneur, independent art curator, art writer, and photography expert. Born in Montreal and raised in Vancouver, she brings to Trafalgar a wealth of experience, insight, and creativity.

We look forward to welcoming Linda, where she will share her insight, creativity, and passion for advocacy—and invite our community to engage with the important questions at the heart of her work.