Other Cool Stuff

Youth for Sustainability Contest!

If you are interested in developing and putting into action a plan for a sustainable future, submit your idea before August 31st. With the support of friends and family, your vision could become a reality! For a more detailed look at the contest specifications and application process, visit the Youth for Sustainability Contest website at: www.youth4sustainability.com

"Glocal Guide"

 On August 2nd, the Global Education Initiative (GEI) is going to launch a bi-weekly events/opportunities guide or "Glocal Guide"  that will highlight all of the different globally-oriented employment/volunteer opportunities, and events that are happening in our province!

Global Education Initiative: Educational Resource Development Report

 The Research, Public Outreach and Advocacy Committee of the Global Education Initiative is in the beginning stages of creating an "Educational Resource Development Report". While this organization hopes to help reinstate a course in Global Issues, they also consider it vital to infuse the rest of their curriculum with a global, activist focus whenever possible. By creating this report, they hope to identify ways in which they can develop resources for teachers and students that can revolutionize how certain topics are taught across our province. They want to know how groups have created resources in the past and educated others on matters related to global education and/or citizenship; with your help, the GEI can potentially enhance curriculum and make it accessible to students across Newfoundland and Labrador.If your organization has already been involved with developing resources/delivering workshops in schools, they would love to learn from your experiences. If your organization is new to this type of work but is interested in collaboration, they would also appreciate hearing from you!

They hope to complete their report in the Fall 2010 semester and welcome the opportunity to discuss the project and collaborate with you by phone or in person this summer. Please contact Jessica Walsh (jessicaw@globaleducationinitiative.ca) or Andrew Harvey (andrewh@globaleducationinitiative.ca) to join in the exciting discussions.

Forum For Young Canadians 

Forum for Young Canadians is an amazing experience to develop your leadership skills, to learn about democracy, how government works and how YOU can make a difference. Forum brings approximately 450 students to Ottawa each year for an intensive academic adventure that immerses them in the exciting world of leadership, national politics and public affairs.

Come join hundreds of high school and Cégep students for a week on Parliament Hill! Your Forum experience will include:

   * Sitting in the House of Commons and the Senate
   * Meeting the Speakers of both Houses of Parliament, and other political leaders and   decision-makers
   * Taking on the role of national politicians during simulations such as Question Period and a First Ministers' Conference.

Come to Forum to forge new friendships with other young Canadians from across the country while learning about the social, cultural and political issues that shape your country today!

Who Can Participate?
High school or Cégep students between the ages of 15-19 with:

   * Sound academic performance
   * Demonstrated or potential leadership
   * extra-curricular and/or community involvement and
   * an interest in leadership or national affairs.

If you are interested, get your application endorsed by a representative (principal, teacher or guidance counselor) of your school and APPLY NOW!

How Much Does it Cost?
Most transportation costs are provided by Exchanges Canada, a youth exchange program funded by the Department of Canadian Heritage. You are also encouraged to seek sponsors or engage in fundraising within your community to cover the remaining costs including accommodations and meals for the week. Click here for the Forum Website for more information.

When and Where?
Four sessions of Forum are held every Spring. All sessions are held in Ottawa, ON and most Forum activities take place on or near Parliament Hill.

How Do I Sign Up?
Applications are accepted by email and fax. Applications may be submitted at any time and will be considered if spaces are available.

Forum Website: www.forum.ca
Telephone: 613.233.4086
Fax: 613.233.2351

Newfoundland & Labrador Youth Parliament

The 45th Sessions of the Newfoundland & Labrador Youth Parliament will be held from February 3-6, 2010 in St. John's. Applications are being accepted now!

The Newfoundland and Labrador Youth Parliament (NLYP) is a non-partisan, non-profit organization, run entirely by youth, and dedicated to bringing the experience of parliamentary democracy to the youth of Newfoundland and Labrador.

The aims of the NLYP are to educate youth about the institutions of Parliament and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in a democracy, to provide a forum for youth on issues concerning society, and to help youth develop their skills in public speaking and debate.
The House of Assembly of the NLYP meets in session once a year. Its Members range in age from about 16 to 23 and come from all over Newfoundland and Labrador.

Who Can Attend?
Delegates must be regular residents of NL, in grade 10 or above, and no older than 23 years of age on or before February 3rd, 2010.

For more information on this opportunity, including costs and visit www.nlyp.ca

Emerging Leaders (EL)- CCEDNet

Emerging Leaders: Call for New Members

Our Emerging Leaders (EL) Committee is a group of young people within the Canadian CED Network with the purpose of increasing the contributions of young people entering into the CED field and ensuring an active and meaningful voice in the Network

Community Economic Development (CED) is action by local people to develop common economic, social and environmental solutions.

Committee members are involved in:                       

   * Developing and presenting CED learning events (projects, conferences, workshops)
   * Projects based in social, economic and environmental values
   * Having a voice in the Network's programming and planning
   * Developing outreach with other youth-focused CED organizations
   * Connecting with youth interested in CED in your community


Other EL members have:

   * Built lasting relationships with like-minded young adults
   * Attended networking and knowledge sharing events (locally and nationally)
   * Participated in project planning and implementation
   * Made lasting change in their community
   * Found meaningful CED jobs more aligned with their goals

We need your passion, excitement and skills to join our committee.

To apply, send a cover letter and resume outlining your personal experience (maximum 2 pages please) to Ryan, EL Co-Chair at emerging_leaders at live.com by December 1, 2009 (5PM PT).

EL has a national teleconference the 3rd Thursday of every month (7:30 ET)A

Together, we are building fairer and stronger local economies and we need your help!

For more information, click here to visit their site

Make Your Mark

With big decisions and big opportunities facing our province right now, municipal councilors have our future in their hands. Got ideas about how to make your community better? Run! Or, if someone you know would make a great municipal leader, let them know!

MakeYourMarkNL is an initiative of the Provincial Government, and supported by Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador, the Professional Municipal Administrators, the Newfoundland and Labrador Women’s Policy Office, the Voluntary and Non-Profit Secretariat and Futures in Newfoundland and Labrador’s Youth (FINALY!). Each group will play an integral role in promoting the importance of running for local government within their respective audiences.

Click here for more information!!