Emily Martin is a fourth-year student at McMaster University, pursuing an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology and Human Behaviour. She also has a diploma in Mental Health and Addictions from Canadore College. She is one of the co-leads of the Jack.org McMaster Chapter and a Jack Talks speaker. Emily uses her lived experience of mental illness and her education to help her advocate for mental health awareness. She believes that mental health education is vital for everyone to understand the importance and magnitude of the issue. In her free time, you can find Emily caring for her plant collection or hiking the beautiful trails of Hamilton. She also enjoys baking, photography and re-watching The Office (again).