Melissa Claisse

Melissa Claisse is a prominent advocate and co-founder of Welcome Collective, a Montreal-based resource center dedicated to supporting refugee claimants and newcomers. She has been vocal about the increasing number of Haitian migrants seeking safety in Canada amid a backdrop of political instability and violence in Haiti. Claisse has expressed concerns regarding the treatment of immigrants in the United States, highlighting the risks of detention and deportation they face. Her work focuses on providing assistance and advocating for the rights of refugees, emphasizing the urgent need for protection and support for those fleeing dangerous conditions.