At just 22 years old, Mieke Thorne left Belgium and began a new chapter of her life in Canada—a country that has since become her lifelong home. From her earliest years, Mieke carried within her a passion for justice and advocacy, a commitment that has only deepened across decades of activism. None of this, however, would have been possible without the support of her husband, Tom, whose partnership and encouragement enabled her to pursue her calling fully. In this episode, she reflects on her journey, the causes that shaped her, and the enduring spirit that continues to drive her work today.