Jennifer Corriero is a globally recognized social innovator and leader dedicated to advancing digital inclusion, youth engagement, and equitable access to education. As co-founder and Executive Director of TakingITGlobal, she has spent over two decades empowering children, youth, and educators—especially in remote and underserved communities—by leveraging technology to foster interactive learning, creative coding, and culturally relevant mentorship.

Under Jennifer’s leadership, Connected North—a flagship program of TakingITGlobal—has grown to 40,000+ Indigenous students in over 200 schools across northern, remote First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. Her work is marked by a deep commitment to bridging digital divides, amplifying youth voices, and building sustainable partnerships across sectors to create inclusive digital ecosystems.

Jennifer’s expertise spans program design, community development, digital learning, and systems change. She has curated and co-edited resources such as Flourish: A Workbook for Social Innovators and Connected North in Our Classroom, reflecting her passion for sharing best practices and supporting educators and youth leaders. Recognized for her outstanding contributions to education and social innovation, Jennifer was recently honoured with the prestigious 2025 King Charles III Coronation Medal. TakingITGlobal is also a recipient of one of Canada’s Healthiest Workplaces in 2025 awarded by Dialogue.

A sought-after speaker and facilitator, Jennifer has presented at major international forums and served as a delegate to the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS). Her approach centers on multistakeholder collaboration, capacity-building, and data-driven impact—aligning with the WSIS vision of a people-centered, inclusive Information Society where everyone has the opportunity to learn, create, and thrive.