***APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL APRIL 3, 2020 AT 11PM EST. SIGN UP NOW!***
mindyourmind is looking for volunteers to be a part of our cross-Canada project, youthexperts online! Do you have an idea to create awareness and change towards mental wellness in your community? Join our six-month guided mentorship program to help you develop your idea, apply for up to $1500 in grant funding, and bring your vision to life.
Through online video meetings, receive one-on-one coaching from the mental health professionals at mindyourmind in developing your idea for a mental health initiative, including: guidance through fundraising and grant writing, leadership development, project planning, and more. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of mental health tools and resources co-created by mindyourmind, and other potential opportunities to travel and attend events related to youth engagement or mental health across Canada!
To participate, you must:
- Be between 15 to 29 years old
- Live in Canada
- Have access to device that can use Zoom software
https://zoom.us/ (for online video meetings)
- Be available to commit up to 2 hours a week for 6 months (we can work with you to accommodate your schedule)
What's in it for you?
- Guided mentorship through all stages of project planning
- Access to options for funding your project
- Making a difference in your community
- Volunteer hours
- Meeting cool people
- A unique leadership role and experience for your résumé
- Skill development and leadership opportunities
- Being part of the Canada Service Corps Alumni, a national network of youth changemakers
This is a great opportunity to meet new people, develop leadership skills, make an impact, and have fun! Join us!
To learn more about the project, email
youthexperts@mindyourmind.ca with any questions or visit our websites:
https://mindyourmind.ca/design-labs/youth-canada-service-corps-initiativehttps://youthexperts.ca/--
The information collected in this form will help us plan an effective program. Your contact information will only be used to confirm your submission and to follow up about the project.
