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Desiree Ruiz
Desiree Ruiz is a proud Filipina-Canadian community builder, mom and the co-founder of Les Lilas Society. She has spent the last six years gathering and holding space for thousands of women — helping them feel seen, heard and more connected, and continues to mentor women and moms one-on-one through difficult life transitions.