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YCI’s Bold New Look and Strategy: Accelerating Youth Innovation for Good

Just launched - YCI has a new look, vision, mission and website! 🚀 Explore the changes and let us know what you think.
04 Jun 2025
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Fellowship Alumni Spotlight: Where Inaara Found Purpose & Impact

There is no better way to learn about an experience than hearing from the people who have already done it. Read about the ins and outs of a HerStart Fellowship through the eyes of program alumni.
06 May 2025
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Discover Gejja Women Foundation, a HerStart Partner in Uganda

HerStart is amplified by local partner organizations in each country who contribute their unique expertise and advance their organizational learning. Meet a staff, entrepreneur and volunteer involved here!
05 May 2025
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Buy Now, Pay Later: A Conversation on Waste, Climate & Innovation

Join in on a conversation with YCI Ghana staff as they unpack the recent doc 'Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy' and the impact of waste and fast fashion in Ghana.
01 May 2025
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Discover Norsaac, a HerStart Partner in Ghana

HerStart is amplified by local partner organizations in each country who contribute their unique expertise and advance their organizational learning. Meet a staff, entrepreneur and volunteer involved here!
28 Apr 2025
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Meet Kayla, a HerStart International Fellow in Tanzania

YCI’s HerStart International Fellowships provide Canadians with meaningful volunteer opportunities to contribute their skills and gain international experience.
25 Apr 2025
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Partner Innovation Spotlight: Shifting Gender Narratives in Uganda

Social Innovation Academy and Youth Challenge International teamed up through our Partner Innovation Fund to pilot gender-transformative ideas in rural Uganda.
14 Apr 2025
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Meet Emily, a HerStart Entrepreneur in Uganda

YCI's HerStart Catalyst Fund is a springboard for young social entrepreneurs in Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda who participate in HerStart programs.
07 Apr 2025
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Eco-Education combines climate action and creativity

Climate Canvas is an interactive art workshop focused on sharing climate knowledge and providing a safe space for young people to express themselves in through painting.
06 Apr 2025
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Discover Barefoot College International, a HerStart Partner in Tanzania

HerStart is amplified by local partner organizations in each country who contribute their unique expertise and advance their organizational learning. Meet a staff, entrepreneur and volunteer involved here!
01 Apr 2025
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Meet Sharon, a HerStart International Fellow in Uganda

YCI’s HerStart International Fellowships provide Canadians with meaningful volunteer opportunities to contribute their skills and gain international experience.
20 Mar 2025
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Terra Plate makes sustainable food choices more accessible

This climate team is empowering youth to take control of their overconsumption and remove pay walls to better understand sustainability.
19 Mar 2025
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Green Wave HFX gamifies sustainability

Green Wave HFX, a Climate Futures Lab team in Halifax, is making waves in their community with their mission to gamify sustainability and turn everyday tasks into exciting challenges.
19 Mar 2025
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Calgary Clothing Swap is saving the planet, one swap at a time

Calgary Clothing Swap is an initiative that aims to make sustainable fashion more popular in Calgary, supported by YCI’s Climate Futures Lab.
19 Mar 2025
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YCI Innovators create art for Atlantic whitefish conservation

The YCI Innovators, a Climate Futures Lab team in Halifax, are a group of youth passionate about native species conservation.
19 Mar 2025
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Meet Jahdiel, a HerStart International Fellow in Tanzania

YCI’s HerStart International Fellowships provide Canadians with meaningful volunteer opportunities to contribute their skills and gain international experience.
02 Mar 2025
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Meet Judith, a HerStart Entrepreneur in Tanzania

YCI’s HerStart Catalyst Fund is a springboard for young social entrepreneurs in Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda who participate in HerStart programs.
07 Jan 2025
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How technology access and digital literacy impacted Racheal Ann’s professional development in Uganda

20 Jul 2023
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Conducting research as a HerStart Climate Action Fellow in Uganda

01 May 2023
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Canadian HerStart Fellows support plastic waste reduction in Ghana

10 Mar 2023
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Bringing communities together as a HerStart Business Development Fellow in Tanzania

06 Mar 2023
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How HerStart Fellows are accelerating women’s entrepreneurship in Ghana

02 Mar 2023
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Supporting economic opportunities for women with disabilities in Ghana

01 Mar 2023
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Innovate ME: Anna’s Virtual Internship Experience

07 Nov 2022
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Meet YCI's HerStart International Fellows!

12 Oct 2022
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The Power of Youth-Led Climate Action

12 Aug 2022
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Meet YCI’s new Climate Action Youth Ambassadors

08 Sep 2021
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Youth Challenge International and Evergreen are virtually hosting hundreds of youth in a digital Youth Action Summit, and you’re invited

19 Feb 2021
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Celebrating driving social impact together in 2020!

30 Dec 2020
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YCI’s commitment to climate action expands with a new solutions accelerator program

09 Oct 2020
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Youth Climate Action Catalysts tackle local GTHA climate issues

22 Apr 2020
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“There’s hope for the future” – Young climate change activists to hold showcase event in Toronto on February 27, 2020

25 Feb 2020
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Confronting the hidden costs of sustainable living

10 Feb 2020
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Promoting gender inclusivity in STEM through Innovate ME

31 Oct 2019
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Promoting girls’ education and literacy through radio

13 Feb 2019
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Protecting Gabon’s Forests: Striking a Balance between Development and Deforestation

26 Sep 2018
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Why choosing to volunteer abroad in your 30s is a good idea

16 Aug 2018
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Volunteering overseas – adapting to a new environment with a month of firsts

31 Jul 2018
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Promoting gender equality and inclusivity with EDC in Bangkok

13 Jul 2018
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Recycling in Gabon Guest Blog

28 Jun 2018
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Top 3 Tips to Choosing the Right Volunteer Abroad Program for You

21 May 2018
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Innovate ME: Larissa's Internship Experience in Morogoro, Tanzania

25 Apr 2018
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Innovate ME: Lisa's Internship Experience in Zanzibar

07 Feb 2018
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What is the Youth Innovation Fund?

28 Nov 2017
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Capturing the Stories of Camarines Sur: Jordan's EMBRACE Experience

11 Apr 2017
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Launching EQWIP HUBs

10 Jun 2015
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