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G20 Youth Summit
The Summit will bring together youth delegates from all G20 member countries and observers to negotiate, collaborate, and develop a youth communiqué that will be presented to the G20 Presidency.
The Summit will take place in-person in the summer. The five themes that will be addressed during the conference include: 1) the fight against hunger, poverty and inequality; 2) Climate change, energy transition and sustainable development; 3) Global governance reform 4) Inclusion and diversity 5) Innovation and the future of work.
This year’s Y20 delegation is an accomplished group of young Canadians from across the country. Delegates will aim to push for policies that address the thematic questions of this year's Y20 Summit while ensuring that the voices of Canada’s youth are represented on the global stage.The Summit will bring together youth delegates from all G20 member countries and observers to negotiate, collaborate, and develop a youth communiqué that will be presented to the G20 Presidency.
Jean-Michel Athot, Head Delegate
Jean-Michel's roots lie in a Gaspésie fishing village, where early influences, especially from his grandfather, subtly shaped his community-focused outlook. A significant trip to WWI and WWII cemeteries in Europe at 15 quietly sparked a lifelong interest in peace and diplomacy.
His academic journey, encompassing studies in Belgium, Germany, Norway, China, and Canada, complemented by humanitarian experiences in Mexico and Ecuador, provided him with a broad perspective on world affairs. Jean-Michel's diverse roles, from being an ocean lifeguard to playing American football with the Brussels Black Angels, contributed to a well-rounded character, blending responsibility with team dynamics.
In his role at Québec International during the pandemic, Jean-Michel's contributions were key in assisting businesses through tough times. Currently, as a parliamentary analyst at Global Affairs Canada, he brings a nuanced understanding of global issues.
Looking to the future, he is excited about representing Canadian youth at the Y20 2024 summit. Jean-Michel plans to use his experiences to contribute to international dialogues and collaborative global solutions.
Born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, Tejeshwer Singh is a passionate young leader committed to making Canada more inclusive and equitable. Tejeshwer is a medical student at the University of Montreal with extensive experience of having leadership roles in multiple non-profit organizations including the Canadian Red Cross and a municipal Youth Council. Being an executive for the Federation of Medical Students of Quebec, he represents youth voices on a wide range of issues, advocating provincially and nationally, and works with health organizations such as the Canadian Medical Association and the Association of Faculties of Medicine in Canada. All these experiences have honed his skills as a community leader and advocate, leading him towards a career in healthcare. Excited to be a Canadian delegate at this year’s Y20, Tejeshwer is driven by a mission to improve Canada’s healthcare system and is committed to playing his part in making health services more accessible to all.
Ishita Mann, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator
Ishita Mann, S.V.M. (she/her/hers) is an award-winning changemaker who champions equitable opportunity, mental health re-education, reconciliation, and redevelopment policy, utilizing the collective impact approach. Ishita has achieved many accolades: youngest recipient of the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal (S.V.M.), Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medalist, SHAD 2019 Alumnus, Youth Entrepreneur of the Year, Top 25 Under 25, YWCA Women of Distinction – 29 & Under, Governor General Medalist, among other honours.
As a visionary social entrepreneur, Ishita has founded and nurtured several international non-profits, collectively aiding over 4 million students in navigating their futures with clarity and confidence. She also made history as the first female Indian president of the University of Saskatchewan’s Students Union (USSU), representing over 30,000 students. Concurrently, Ishita is a dedicated full-ride BSc. student at the University of Saskatchewan, focusing on Cellular, Physiological, and Pharmacological Sciences.
Frequently featured in media outlets like CBC, CTV, and Global News, Ishita has established herself as a well-known public figure. She is committed to using her platform and community standing to elevate young voices and bridge the global information accessibility gap for young people.
Eunice Oladejo, Delegate
Eunice Oladejo is an international relations and government affairs professional currently completing a Master's degree in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, with an international exchange completed at Science Po’s Paris School of International Affairs.
She began her academic career at Western University where she earned an Honour’s BA in Political Science, with a minor in Transitional Justice and Post-Conflict Reconstruction. Her areas of research are focused on the intersections between diplomacy, foreign policy, and conflict resolution. In line with these interests, Eunice has served as a Canadian Delegate to the United Nations Youth Assembly, Vice President of External Affairs at the University Student Council at Western, and President of the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance where she represented over 150,000 students to the Ontario government. Within these roles, she lobbied high-level political officials and drafted various youth-centered policies.
Eunice has served in the Canadian public service as a Junior Trade Policy Analyst where she worked on technical barriers and regulations to trade. She is currently a Young Fellow with the Institute for Peace & Diplomacy and the 1834 Global Fellowship where she engages in dialogue on domestic and foreign policy.
Lauren Allison, Communications Coordinator
Lauren is a researcher and registered nurse passionate about pediatric health care, community engagement, and advocating for evidence-based policy. She holds a Master of Science in Public Health from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western University. Lauren currently works at LSHTM with a focus on strengthening health systems for newborns based in low- and middle-income contexts as a knowledge management lead for the NEST360 and UNICEF Newborn Toolkit. Her past research and clinical experiences have included pediatric emergency and critical care, vaccination in humanitarian crises, and digital health interventions.
Tejeshwer Singh, Engagement Coordinator