Marielle Lubula grew up in a diverse and vibrant community in Scarborough, Toronto, where her passion for community engagement and youth education first took root. She is a proud graduate of McMaster University, where she studied biology and psychology. It was within the supportive community at McMaster that Marielle embraced the value of Ubuntu—an African philosophy meaning “I am because we are”—which continues to guide her work and approach to community service.
As an advocate for Black health and healthcare, Marielle hopes to pair her passions for biology and neuroscience with her dedication to improving health outcomes for underserved communities. She is deeply involved in STEM outreach at McMaster University, where she has spearheads programs that provide tutoring and mentorship in subjects like biology, chemistry, and physics to Black, Indigenous and LatinX youth. She has also played a key role in encouraging at-risk youth to prioritize their education, significantly increasing participation in these programs through her outreach efforts. Her commitment to improving educational outcomes is matched by her dedication to enhancing healthcare services for Black communities in Scarborough.