James Green | Social Justice Advocacy
Standing beside people when systems fall short.
Advice, advocacy, and a steady presence
Alongside his creative work, James Green serves as an advisor and advocate for individuals and families facing schools, workplaces, human rights processes, housing, and the justice system. His experience as an educator, school trustee, and community leader informs his approach. He helps people define the problem, understand their options, and pursue accountable outcomes. He is respectful to all parties and relentless on behalf of the people he supports.
Social Justice Advocacy Testimonials
L. Williamson
“The moment I met James Green, I knew I was in good hands.”
The moment I met James Green, I knew I was in good hands. From our first meeting, it was evident how much experience and knowledge he had, and his compassion and understanding was a comfort to me immediately. Since then, James has been relentless in fighting for me and giving me sound advice on how to deal with workplace bullying and injustice. Without this, I have no idea where I would be right now. I can’t thank James enough for his ongoing support and unwavering dedication to my cause. Without his guidance and advice during many difficult moments, I doubt very much I would have pursued the course of justice this deserves.
-- L. Williamson
Richard Larmour, Parent
Ryan
“His presence at the meetings commanded a level of attention towards us.”
Mr. James Green has been one of the most kind, selfless people I’ve ever met. He truly cares about what he does and has such a deep passion and desire to help people. His knowledge and experience in many different fields allows him to give valuable, insightful advice and guidance to almost any situation. He knows how to ask the right question, not just questions in general, which helps get results and not just broken promises.
James donated his time to us, travelling and sitting in on multiple meetings while giving our family support and a confidence we wouldn’t have had without him. He was kind and respectful to all parties involved, yet his presence at the meetings commanded a level of attention towards us and we were taken “more seriously.” During our meetings, James offered different perspectives to both parties, including helping us understand the school board’s position. His experience as a teacher for many years and as a school trustee offered us invaluable information, which in turn helped us ask the proper questions and set expectations for the school board to uphold. Since then, our results have drastically improved and we’re all on the right track in our daughter’s education.
We couldn’t have asked for a better advocate, and I know at the drop of a hat James would be there: answering his phone, replying to an email, or even travelling to us to lend a helping hand. James has been an inspiration to me and my wife, and I would like to genuinely thank him for everything he’s done for our daughter and our family.
-- Ryan
“Your ability to define the problem and work with both parties to resolve our concerns was exemplary.”
I am pleased to write this letter of support and recommendation for you as an advisor. Your attendance at the school we had a problem with was very valuable in gaining a solution to our concerns.
Your ability to define the problem and work with both parties to resolve our concerns was exemplary. When we first called you, you attended to the problem immediately and offered a clear action strategy to deal with what had been bothering our daughter at the school she attended.
You dealt with teachers, counsellors, and the principal in a manner that made it easy and desirable for them to work with you and me to solve the problem. Your demeanour and the excellent way you articulated our concerns helped lead to a solution, and it was greatly appreciated. Your strong listening skills and ability to respond to others in a non-confrontational manner certainly helped me address my concerns.
I praise you for dedicating your life and business to advising and helping others in their attempts to gain satisfactory outcomes with the institutions we all depend on for good and accountable service, but which often require someone like you to make this happen.
I would not falter in calling you, and in recommending others do so, should they require the advice and guidance of a true professional.
-- Richard Larmour, Parent
Enid Symonds
“His calm and caring manner enabled me to stay focused during a very stressful and difficult time.”
I contacted Mr. Green to seek his advice regarding a human rights issue. He was very helpful and provided me with excellent advice, referrals, and direction.
Mr. Green was very empathetic to my situation, and his calm and caring manner enabled me to stay focused during a very stressful and difficult time.
Words cannot express my appreciation for the assistance and guidance Mr. Green provided. He is a very knowledgeable advocate, and I’m very grateful for his advocacy and exceptional support.
-- Enid Symonds
Mario Amabile
“His advice and action plan, succinct and effective.”
Two years ago I met James Green when the two of us struck up an impromptu conversation about his road bike and road biking in general. This conversation took place in the neighbourhood we both call home, Cambie Village. From that day, I have had the pleasure to get to know and work with a wonderful person and man.
James Green is a caring, passionate, compassionate, and intelligent individual who holds strong values of ethics and integrity. In 2014, James and I started working on a project together, and fortunately for me, that allowed me to get to know him better, to learn what is important to this man and what his vision in life is.
I hired James to be my personal advocate and consultant on a matter that both James and I found to be unethical and unfair. James’s knowledge and experience in dealing with the matter was impressive, and his advice and action plan, succinct and effective.
James encouraged me to pursue my matter, and also advised me to hold back at times when he felt some of my desired actions might be fuelled more by negative emotions such as anger and resentment. James guided me to be balanced and taught me that in order to gain the information and results needed, we had to follow a plan and be patient at the same time.
There are many things I respect and appreciate about James. One of them is that this man still cares deeply about values like integrity and equality. His passion and commitment to me and my matter have been unparalleled, and that has been extremely comforting to me. James can see through the injustices that exist and is able to draw on a lifetime of experience to address such matters.
James Green is a person who genuinely cares, a man with strong ethical convictions, a man willing to help people in need. His strength and knowledge have not only helped me through a challenging time in my life, but also inspired me to be a better person.
-- Mario Amabile
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Shawn W.
“James is very dedicated and he always does what he says he is going to do.”
When I was first introduced to James, I didn’t know how to face the sexual assault of my daughter. I didn’t have any resources or direction, let alone a strategy. When my son initially contacted James, we were able to meet within a half hour of the phone call. James made my family a priority and recognized the need. James set aside his own comfort to offer assistance. James is dedicated to the pursuit of justice, and this was clearly demonstrated in his action after that first phone call.
After our meeting, James took the necessary steps to assist us in getting additional support and guidance to help us through the process of filing a complaint. I had no idea what factors to consider, or what an impact the timing and coordination of efforts would have on the proceedings. James is very dedicated and he always does what he says he is going to do. James is extremely thorough and relentless in his quest for answers and positive outcomes. He has been extremely generous with his resources, skill, knowledge, and most of all, his time. During the entire process, James has been gracious, compassionate, and understanding. I truly don’t know what I would have done without him.
-- JB.
Anonymous
“He didn’t judge me, he didn’t point fingers at me.”
It was as if James had sensed something was going on. After helping me with education and tenancy issues, James called to see how I was doing. Initially I was too embarrassed to tell him about my situation, so I didn’t. I was so embarrassed and ashamed of losing my child. I never thought that I, of all people, would lose my child. But after speaking to him I felt a sense of calm, and the shame faded. I was ready to face this on my own, but I was so exhausted.
I told James what had happened, and he was shocked. He didn’t judge me, he didn’t point fingers at me. He was very understanding and told me we had to do something about it. He was so quick on the case that I felt all the weight lifted off my shoulders. James is such a kind soul and has a way of making you feel comfortable and trust him. He is so encouraging, and has such a caring heart to help people get the justice they need. He has not once failed me. I’m so glad I told him my situation.
He’s hard working. James definitely knows what he’s doing. He’s very educated, professional, and straightforward. If it wasn’t for James stepping in when he did, I would have broken down a long time ago. Thank you, James, for all your hard work, understanding, and kindness. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have you working on my case.
-- Anonymous
Alana
“Your counsel, kindness, and understanding helped us get legal advice.”
Dear James,
I am happy to tell the world how much you assisted me with our family’s problem with the police in our city.
Your counsel, kindness, and understanding helped us get legal advice and follow the course of action we needed to solve the problem. Moreover, your commitment and participation in community issues, and your strength and leadership in these matters, have inspired many.
I have no hesitation in recommending you as an advisor to anyone with questions, concerns, or complaints regarding the justice and other systems in our province, or for that matter, our region or country.
Yours truly,
Alana
“A natural leader and motivational coach.”
James Green is a high-energy, passionate, engaged individual, a natural leader and motivational coach. He has assisted me in business modelling and conceptualizing projects. His knowledge of entrepreneurship, not-for-profit fundraising, and public policy is extensive. He would be an asset to any project, especially in assisting and supporting people who are in stressful situations.
-- Shawn W.
Tracey Gabert
“James is an expert at identifying cause and effect and coming up with strategies that lead to resolutions.”
I have known James Green for 30 years and have always known him to be a strong advocate for social justice. James has a deep commitment to helping others develop solutions to issues and problems in their lives, as well as injustices they face with organizations in the private and public sectors.
James is an expert at identifying cause and effect and coming up with strategies and means that lead to resolutions. I am impressed by his tireless dedication to helping others find solutions where they may not be able to otherwise.
James never loses sight of the hard work and time it can take to help others, and has given many people comfort in knowing they have an astute and competent advisor at their side.
As the leader of the SJAC, James is acting upon his most important calling, and I am sure this endeavour will serve and help the many people who require professional advisory services.
-- Tracey Gabert