In a world where stories are always competing for our attention, our YPP cohort benefitted from learning how to use journalism and the media to share their policies. They had…
In May, after three months of online sessions, the YPP cohort finally met in-person for the first time! They gathered in Victoria to learn about Indigenous governance and attended several…
In the third module of the Youth Policy Program (YPP), participants challenged their own thinking about holding power and creating change. Andrea Reimer, a former three-term Vancouver city councillor, facilitated…
The Youth Policy Program cohort is now in the second month of their program. In the second module, participants learned about public policy in B.C. In one session titled Indigenous…
This year, we’re thrilled to welcome 16 new faces to the 2024 Youth Policy Program! Over the next six months, they’ll be embarking on a journey to learn about public…
Last year, the LEVEL Youth Policy Program cohort travelled to Victoria for the fourth module on Canadian Government and Indigenous Governance. During this module, participants learn firsthand from elected officials,…
Last updated: August 16, 2023 After the final presentations from our incredible 2022 YPP cohort, we took time to reflect and consult with thought partners. Since then, we’ve been learning…
Starting tomorrow, our offices will be closed on Fridays and will open from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Mondays through Thursdays. This is part of Vancouver Foundation's new flexible four-day work week…
By Savannah Wells It’s hard to believe, but we have just celebrated the completion of another year of the LEVEL Youth Policy Program (YPP). I am honored and humbled to…
This month, the Youth Policy Program gathered together online again as we prepare for the upcoming summer months. Participants will spend the summer drafting and completing their policy asks with…