Sandra Ondraschek Norris
About Sandra Ondraschek Norris
Sandra Ondraschek Norris is a professional known for her role in advancing Catalyst's MARC Movement, which promotes men's engagement in equity and inclusion. She has extensive educational background in psychology and counseling, and has held various leadership positions at Catalyst Inc.
Work at Catalyst Inc.
Sandra Ondraschek Norris has played a significant role at Catalyst Inc., overseeing the design and delivery of all content and learning programs. She served as Senior Director from 2012 to 2018 and later held the position of Vice President from 2018 to 2019. During her tenure, she was instrumental in developing the MARC Movement, which focuses on engaging men in equity, inclusion, and effective gender partnership.
Education and Expertise
Sandra Ondraschek Norris has an extensive educational background. She studied at the University of Zurich from 2009 to 2011, focusing on Identity, PSI Personality Theory, and Embodiment. She also studied Counseling Psychology at IKP Zurich from 2001 to 2005, achieving Ganzheitliche Psychologische Beratung. Additionally, she earned a BA in Psychology from Trinity College Dublin. Her training includes becoming a Logosynthesis Practitioner at the Institute for Logosynthesis from 2006 to 2009.
Background
Sandra Ondraschek Norris has lived in multiple countries, including Ireland, the UK, the USA, and Switzerland. She founded joined-up-living in Zurich, where she worked from 2005 to 2013. Her diverse experiences across different cultures contribute to her understanding of global issues related to equity and inclusion.
Interests and Advocacy
Sandra Ondraschek Norris has a strong interest in men's advocacy, particularly within the context of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Her personal interests include storytelling, narrative practice, mental health, grief, nature, wildlife, gardening, art, and painting. These interests inform her professional work and her approach to engaging individuals in meaningful conversations about equity and partnership.