Projects
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City of Toronto 21-15 Youth Group
The 21-15 We Care project was a project created to address the needs of marginalized young parents and give them a chance to have equal access to resources during and after pregnancy. -
Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc. Youth Programs
Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc. “We All Work Together To Help One Another”
News
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EQUITAS Blog
United Nations Fellowship Programme for people of African descent / Nations Unies Programme de bourses pour personnes d'ascendance africaine
Fellowship programme for people of African descent is a three-week intensive learning opportunity for people of African descent from the diaspora, engaged in promoting Human Rights. -
Quebec Native Woman (QNW)
National Indigenous Peoples Day - June 21
Across Canada, youth are coming together in celebrating Indigenous culture and building more inclusive communities. -
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Speaking Rights - at CERIUM École d'Été
We presented Speaking Rights at the CERIUM École d'été at Université de Montréal. Speaking rights as a tool to create spaces and opportunities to amplify the voice of diverse youth in Canada! -
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Advocating for Children’s Rights in Foster Care in Winnipeg
“Whenever youth come in with an idea, we flesh it out and if we can, we’ll make it happen”. -
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How to advocate to decision-makers; tools and strategies by and for young people
World Social Forum 2016 - strategies young people are developing in their communities to make their voices heard to decision makers -
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Quebec Native Women confronts bullying with youth-centred tools
QNW is working to create more inclusive spaces through an anti-discrimination policy and launch an awareness-raising campaign across the province.
Events
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Canadian Roots Exchange is excited to announce the first Montreal event in our All My Relations dialogue series on solidarity and reconciliation.
Resources
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Tebatchimowin
An activity guide by the Legacy of Hope Foundation that promotes awareness of the history and legacy of the Indian Residential School System.
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Amplify Toolkit
A workshop guide by Girls Action Foundation on how to start a girls’ program and offer safer spaces for girls.
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Creating Authentic Spaces: Gender Identity And Gender Expression Toolkit
This toolkit by The 519 Space for Change provides constructive and tangible steps on how to implement anti-discrimination policies around gender identity and gender expression.
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On Being Youth Centred : A Guideline for Individuals and Organizations
Guidelines created by Nova Scotia Health Promotion and Protection that supports implementing a youth-centred approach.
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5 Tips for engaging influencers
Engaging Influencers boosts credibility, amplifies your message, provides new perspectives, and increases motivation for your community action projects. Here are some tips on how to reach out to them! -
Youth-Led Community Organizing: Strategies & Tools
A Laidlaw Foundation Learning Report with candid reflections from the field.