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Accessibility Services Student Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Services Student Advisory Committee is a joint effort between students and Accessibility Services staff to advise and inform matters relating to the Accessibility Services office (St. George campus), including the enhancement of the disability service model to and for students.

Eligibility and Recruitment

Any student who is registered with Accessibility Services is eligible to apply.

Recruitment for student members of the committee usually happens around September. Recruitment announcements are shared through the Accessibility Services Student Newsletter, which is sent via email to students who are registered with Accessibility Services.

Membership and Meetings

The committee consists of 10-15 members, with 2/3 of membership being composed of students and no more than 1/3 being composed of staff.

Meetings occur monthly from September to April. Specific topics are generally chosen in advance of each meeting to focus discussion.

If you would like to submit ideas for discussion by the committee, please email accessibility.sac@utoronto.ca.

Accessibility Services Student Advisory Committee Members 2025-26

Luca Quatela

Committee Co-Chair

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Amelia Lai

Committee Member

Amelia Lai (she/her) is a second-year student in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto, studying Art History and Book & Media Studies. With lived experience navigating accommodations across academic and experiential learning contexts, Amelia is passionate about reducing hidden barriers that prevent disabled students from fully engaging in university life. She has served as a volunteer note-taker through Accessibility Services and is committed to improving the transition between classroom accommodations and work-integrated learning opportunities. Through the Student Advisory Committee, Amelia hopes to contribute to practical changes that make accessibility proactive, consistent, and supportive for every student.

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Annette Kim (she/her)

Committee Member

Annette is a 2nd-year Public Policy and Disability Studies student at the University of Toronto, St. George campus. Her research is focused on the intersection between disability and education, particularly educational policy and teaching methods. Annette is honoured to return to the Accessibility Services Advisory Committee alongside peers, staff, and faculty in the committee’s mission to foster an accessible and equitable campus for all. 

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Ashley Groth

Committee Member

I’m Ashley (she/her) and I am so excited to be part of the Accessibility Services Student Advisory Committee here at UofT. I have been part of similar groups during my undergrad degree and really appreciated the opportunity to tangibly improve accessibility on campus for students with disabilities. In my free time I love to sing, play guitar, write, and play volleyball!”

Program of Study: Master of Public Health in Health Promotion

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Candy Hua

Committee Member

Candy Hua (she/her) is a fourth-year student at the University of Toronto, double majoring in Political Science and History. A neurodivergent student and Vice President of The Mindful Project, she advocates for accessibility, inclusion, and equity in postsecondary education. She will be featured in an upcoming University of Toronto documentary on neurodivergent student experiences, produced by the Innovation Hub and Accessibility Services. Through her advocacy, she strives to challenge stigma and foster a campus where all students can thrive. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the city, volunteering, spending time with loved ones and her corgi, drinking matcha, eating sushi, and watching Formula 1 racing.

Efe Sahinoglu

Committee Member

Elizabeth Amponsah

Committee Member

I’m a 2nd year undergraduate student pursuing a double major in Criminology and Political Science. I’m truly excited to be part of the Accessibility Services Student Advisory Committee and to work alongside such a passionate group of students and staff who are committed to creating meaningful change on campus. Accessibility and inclusion are very important to me, both personally and academically. I believe that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive, and I’m eager to contribute to conversations and initiatives that make the university a more equitable and welcoming space for all. I’m especially interested in exploring how accessibility can be better integrated into experiential learning, student leadership, and community engagement.

Emil Saso

Committee Member

Franklin Li

Committee Member

Gladys Olisaekee

Committee Member

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Kate James

Committee Member

I am currently in my third year of undergraduate study at UofT perusing a specialist in Visual Studies. Accessibility requires advocacy. I have long been engaged in this question of advocacy, responsibility and the intersection of feminism, environmentalism, and access. This year I am enthusiastic about the possibility for change, and excited to use my voice to uplift our dynamic community.

Kayla DuBois

Committee Member

I am beyond excited and honoured to be a part of the Accessibility Services Student Advisory Committee this year. I pledge to do my best to advocate for the rights and well-being of students with disabilities at UofT

Kian Hashtrudi-Zaad

Committee Member

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Kieran Thordarson

Committee Member

I am currently a second-year student pursuing interests in cognitive science, psychology, and philosophy. On top of this, I like to contribute to the Type One Diabetes community, which in the past two years has changed my life for the better (I’ve been living with diabetes for nearly 8 years now). Outside of school, I work within Aquatics, and I enjoy spending time outdoors, playing the guitar, and poetry!

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Luiza Lamaj

Committee Member

Luiza is in her second- year of the BScN nursing program at UofT. She is currently also a practicing Registered Practical Nurse. Her passion for accessibility  for disabled students and health care services stems from her lived experience living with a physical disability. She has done previous volunteer and research work looking at health care access for individuals with disabilities.  Living with a disability as well as working as a health care professional, have provided me with firsthand insight on the challenges and difficulties faced by patients and their families as they go through the health care system. I hope to bridge the gap between services provided  to ensure accessibility in education and health care for students with disabilities to ensure they have the supports they need.

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Madiha Syed

Committee Member

Mayank Bansal

Committee Member

Mira Chen

Committee Member

Paige Vaccarella

Committee Member

Rebecca Geng

Committee Member

Sarah Rahim

Committee Member

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Sark Asadourian

Committee Member

I am a General Board Member for Students for Barrier-Free Access (SBA), a disability justice advocacy non-profit levy group. I bring perspectives from SBA surveys, my peer support work, and my lived experience as someone who has struggled to receive the proper accommodations. I advocate pragmatically, using evidence-based methods to drive accountability and change. I believe disability connects diverse people as a powerful collective force. Please reach out to SBA with thoughts or suggestions you would like to share. Also, I am a third-year undergraduate student studying computer science and cognitive science.

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Veer Siddhantam

Committee Member

I am an engineering student with a focus on biomedical engineering. I’m excited to serve on the Accessibility Services Student Advisory Committee and share my views to help improve the student experience. When I’m not studying, I enjoy exploring new ideas, learning skills, and staying involved in campus life.

Vic Duarte

Committee Member