volunteervolunteer - Canada - Canadian Partnership for Women and Children

Description

Volunteer Opportunity:
Youth Advisory Council Members
The Jane Goodall Institute of Canada (JGIC) is seeking young leaders to join our Youth
Advisory Council (YAC). An exciting volunteer opportunity for anyone who aspires to make a
positive difference for people, animals, and the environment by joining our globally recognized

The YAC brings together a group of dedicated and enthusiastic youth to help shape the programmatic direction of JGIC's Canada Programs and engage in self-directed and co- designed projects specific to the three intersecting crises of biodiversity loss, climate change, and environmental inequity.

As a member of the YAC, you will ensure both the perspectives and lived experiences of youth
are at the core of JGIC's activities and amplified across our networks. leadership and project management skills while connecting with passionate like-minded youth
Provide strategic guidance and uplift youth voices within our program development through collaboration with JGIC staff;
Collaborate with other youth leaders who are actively working towards sustainability, climate justice, and reconciliation.
Possibility of travel within Canada to YAC summits, conferences, and other special events to network with fellow members and engage in experiential learning;

Access a global JGIC YAC alumni network after your term, to connect and network with other former YAC members.

Ensure youth perspectives are central to JGI Canada's programs, particularly Roots &
Develop ideas for campaigns and resources related to youth engagement with
Animals, People, Environment) Fund proposals;
Provide feedback and youth perspectives to JGIC on the development of new programs,
policies, and projects;
Attend online meetings (once a month) and sub-committee meetings (as needed);
Participate in capacity building and professional development workshops organized by
Amplify the voices of R&S youth through networking and engaging in youth-centred
Monthly meetings will be held on a weekday (Tuesday/Wednesday) between 7pm-9pm EDT for 2 hours
Mid-way meetings will be held between monthly gatherings for those who cannot attend and to allow for additional project development time as required

If you're interested in an executive committee position or being a project lead, expect to commit additional hours beyond this.

Passionate about our shared environment, including (but not limited to) issues related to: biodiversity loss, climate change, environmental inequity, anti-racism, wildlife protection, habitat restoration, water/ocean conservation, environmental planning and policy development, environmental justice, sustainable and traditional food systems, ethical space, and decolonization;
able to travel to Neyaashiinigmiing over the weekend of September 27-29th, 2024 for the in-person planning retreat
Relevant lived and/or work experience that would contribute to JGIC's mission work.
JGI Canada is committed to equity, inclusivity, decolonization, and meaningful youth engagement throughout our work. We encourage youth from all walks of life, including those

from underrepresented communities such as BIPOC, living with a disability, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply for this position if it interests you.