Convos Youth Zone exists because of a committed team of leaders and volunteers who believe every young person deserves a place to belong. Together we work to build a welcoming environment where youth can grow in confidence, character, and community.
Every adult serving at Convos was once a teenager navigating life too. Here’s a glimpse of our team in our teen years and where life has taken us since.
Meet Our Team
Adam Aziz
Executive Director
Teen Adam: Loved playing soccer, spending time with friends, and traveling to different countries.
Today: Adam serves as Executive Director of Convos Youth Zone, helping create a place where young people feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to grow.
One thing about Adam: He loves asking deep questions and rarely stays on the surface in conversations.
Dylan
Deborah Dueck
Founder / Board Chair
Teen Deborah: Loved playing the piano and baseball.
Today: Deborah is the Chair of the Board and co-founded Convos Youth Zone with her husband David, helping guide the vision and direction of the organization.
One thing about Deborah: She loves bringing people together and creating spaces where others feel welcomed and valued.
Jeff Caswell
Board Secretary & Youth Mentor
Teen Jeff: Enjoyed BMX biking, playing drums in a band, and spending time with friends while navigating the challenges of growing up.
Today: Jeff serves as a leader and mentor at Convos, using his life experience to connect with youth and support them during important years of their lives.
One thing about Jeff: He loves teaching new skills and encouraging students to step out of their comfort zone and discover their potential.
Dylan Arndt
Vice-Chair & Youth Mentor
Teen Dylan: Loved playing hockey, spikeball, attending concerts, camping across Canada, and eating burgers.
Today: Dylan serves on the Board at Convos because he has a passion to love and serve the next generation of leaders.
One thing about Dylan: I have an unhealthy obsession with drinking pop.
Adam
Deborah
Jeff
Ashley
Ashley Backus
Youth Program Director
Teen Ashley: Enjoyed drawing, writing poetry, hanging out with friends, and watching MTV.
Today: Ashley serves as the Youth Program Director at Convos. Having experienced seasons of feeling lost and disconnected as a teen, she is passionate about creating a space where young people feel seen, supported, and genuinely cared for.
One thing about Ashley: She has lived in seven different cities.