Catherine Mardon facts for kids
Catherine Mardon is a Canadian writer, activist, and lawyer. She is known for her work helping others and for writing many books.
About Catherine Mardon
Catherine Mardon was born in Oklahoma, a state in the United States. She later lived in St. Petersburg, Florida, and now lives in Canada. She studied at several universities, earning degrees in agriculture, law, and arts. She also has a Master's degree in theological studies from Newman Theological College in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Catherine is a strong advocate for social justice. This means she works to make things fair for everyone. She has helped family farmers, worked with different religious groups to promote understanding, and supported people experiencing homelessness. She also speaks about important social issues.
In 1988, Catherine became a lawyer in Oklahoma. Her legal work included helping people with low income and working on cases for the church. She also trained many volunteers to help people solve problems peacefully through mediation.
After an incident in 1991 that caused her physical injuries, Catherine became a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. She works hard to make sure everyone has the support they need.
Catherine Mardon has written many books about mental health. She has also written a series of children's books that have been translated into 18 different languages, helping kids around the world.
She is married to Austin Mardon, who is also a writer and activist.
Awards and Special Honors
Catherine Mardon has received many awards for her important work:
- 2017: She was named a Dame Commander in the Order of St. Sylvester. This is a very special honor given by the Pope.
- 2018: She received the Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers, which recognizes her dedication to helping others.
- 2022: She was given the Leon A. McNeill Distinguished Alumni Award from Newman University.
- 2018: She became an Honour Officer with the Alberta Royal Canadian Army Cadets.
- She was recognized as a Regent's Distinguished Scholar by Oklahoma State University.
- She received the Marian Medal from the National Conference of Catholic Bishops.
- 2012: She was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
- 2022: She received the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal.
- She has served as a Diocesan Officer for the Catholic Women's League.
- 2016: She received the True Grit Award from the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta's Circle on Mental Health and Addiction, recognizing her courage and determination.
- She has also been a President for the Catholic Women's League in Edmonton and for the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.
