Alumni
YDC’s alumni community is a vibrant group of individuals that have previously participated in one of our delegations. This community is critical to the organization’s ongoing activities by assisting with interview cycles, connecting with new delegates to share their experiences, and supporting other initiatives. YDC also creates and shares professional development, learning, and other opportunities with its alumni community.
As of 2023, there are over 300 YDC alumni, representing highly motivated and engaged leaders across Canada in a variety of fields, including international affairs, public administration, business and academia.
Alumni Testimonials
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"YDC provided a platform for us to network with key officials and thoughtful leaders, develop our professional skills, and organize events statements, or social media content with considerable creative liberty. "
Sydney Whiting, CSW (2022)
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"After several meetings with Highly influential Indigenous Leaders, it became quite clear that the UNPFII, was indeed an effective mechanism for Indigenous People to have their voices heard on the International Stage."
Nipâwi Kakinoosit, UNPFII (2021)
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"There is no right combination of words that could encapsulate moments over the Summit week. I am filled with pride with the strength and power of my generation in demanding the better, the fairer, the greener world."
Jodi-Ann Wang, Y20 (2022)
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"The experience representing YDC as a youth delegate was extremely rewarding. Attending sessions and discussions on key global issues and listening to insights from policy experts and world leaders was inspiring."
Sami Isaa, WBG/IMF Spring Meetings (2021)
After the Delegation
YDC alumni receive unique opportunities year-round to attend international conferences, participate as speakers on youth panels and contribute their voices in written publications for government, NGOs and advocacy groups. Outside of these professional development opportunities, our alumni make an important contribution to internal YDC functions. Each recruitment cycle, interested alumni help refer eligible candidates to our forum application pages, interview candidates alongside YDC Executive staff and help prepare new delegates by participating in training calls.
Stay Connected.
Connect with other alumni by joining the YDC alumni LinkedIn group.
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