The Women’s Self-Defence Club (WSDC) is committed to cultivating an inclusive, non-competitive environment where self-identifying women students can come together to learn beginner friendly, yet life-saving self-defence training. Through various WSDC initiatives, like social hangouts and martial arts field trips, WSDC aims to promote empowerment and belonging for all women students on the University of Toronto campus. WSDC strives to not only enhance physical technique and skill, but we are also dedicated to enhancing mental resilience, boosting confidence, and personal growth within a supportive, all-women network. WSDC sessions will take place on a weekly basis with 2-hour long seminars. Find us on Instagram @uoftwsdc to learn more!
Group Administration
Primary Contact
Milena Azevedo-Suarez President / Lead Instructor
Administrative Officers
Milena Azevedo-Suarez President & Lead instructor
Akshaya Madduru Co-Vice President & Instructor
Other Executive Members
Liesel Munar Co-Vice President & Instructor
Jade Lee Intructor & Content creator
Sarah Naveed Instructor & Event Assistant
Cherie Liu Instructor
Amy Meleqi Secretary
Samantha Beltran Velasco Event Coordinator
Arjen Karaoglan Event Assistant
Maya Nasiriahmadabadi Photographer
Priscilla Blankson Social Media Manager
Amanda Berlove Graphic Designer
Jean Jung Fundraiser Coordinator
Lali Sreemuntoo Sponsorship Coordinator
Janvi Patel Treasurer