Youth Leadership Academy

AKFC is excited to announce our Youth Leadership Academy, August 5-10 at York University — empowering young leaders with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to foster global citizenship.

Explore, learn, and lead with AKFC! 

Our Youth Leadership Academy is a fully funded 4-day in-person convening that aims to equip young leaders with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to actively engage with global issues, promote sustainable development, and foster global citizenship.

Our academy will provide a collaborative learning environment where participants explore global challenges, build leadership skills, and learn strategies for effective engagement.

Applications for the 2025 cohort are now open!  

Deadline to apply: June 23, 2025

The cost of travel from anywhere in Canada, accommodation, and meals of the in-person convening in Toronto is fully covered by the program.

To apply, you must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• Be between 16 and 18 years old by December 31st, 2025.
• Be a resident of Canada and able to travel to Toronto for the full duration of the Academy (August 5-10).
• Demonstrate a strong interest in global citizenship, sustainable development, and addressing the SDGs at the community or international level.
• Have leadership experience (formal or informal) OR show strong potential and motivation to grow as a leader in their community.
• Be willing to actively participate in all four days of programming and contribute to group learning and collaboration.
• Be comfortable communicating in English, as all programming will be conducted primarily in English.
• Be returning to high school in September 2025.
• Be willing to implement an action project during the 2025-2026 school year.

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