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Facilitators -Are you looking to challenge yourself while making a positive impact in your community? If you a youth leader between the ages of 16-25, then the YIA Network may be for you! Youth interested in joining the YIA Network are trained in facilitation and project management, attend a camp retreat and shadow other youth facilitators in preparation to facilitate their own project at a local community centre. Generally, facilitators work in teams of 2-3 and lead community projects that are needed by the community.

Facilitator Requirements:
o Ages 16 to 25
o Demonstrates a strong foundation of leadership skills
o Committed to working on a 6 to 8 month community service project

Please contact: Stephanie, esubject@interchange.ubc.ca


Mentors - YIA is looking for high school students in grades 9-12 to support and mentor elementary school students in grade 7. Mentors will be matched with a student and must be available during the allotted mentorship time (see below for specific times at each community centre). Mentors and mentees will participate in group out trips, facilitated workshops, and athletic games.

Mentor Requirements:
o Presently in grade 9-12
o Responsible and respectful who will act as positive role models
o Enjoys working with youth ages 12-13
o Has leadership skills or is looking to enhance his or her leadership skills


Strathcona YIA Leadership 7

Location Strathcona Community Centre, 601 Keefer Street.
Days/Time Fridays, 3:15 -5:45pm
Commitment 2.5 hours/week; 3 months minimum:
Nov. 2006 to Jan. 2007 or Feb. 2007 to April 2007
Contact Mimi, mimi_x08@hotmail.com


Renfrew YIA Leadership 7
Location Renfrew Community Centre, 2929 East 22nd Avenue
Days/Time Fridays, 3:15 -5:45pm
Commitment 2.5 hours/week; 4 months minimum:
Jan. 2007 to April 2007
Contact Angela, ajl5@sfu.ca


Killarney YIA Leadership 7
Location Killarney Community Centre, 6260 Killarney Street.
Days/Time Fridays, 3:15 -5:45pm
Commitment 2.5 hours/week; 4 months minimum:
Jan. 2007 to April 2007
Contact Carmen, wancarmen@hotmail.com



Time is neutral and does not change things. With courage and initiative, leaders change things.
- Jesse Jackson


WHERE?
VANCOUVER:

Douglas Park Community Centre: 801 West 22nd Avenue

Renfrew Community Centre: 2929 East 22nd Avenue

Strathcona Community Centre: 601 Keefer Street

Killarney Community Centre: 6260 Killarney Street


CONTACT?

General Inquiries:
YIANetwork@gmail.com
 

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