Support Youth Engagement in Your Community!
Are you interested in hosting youth within your food systems or environmental stewardship organization? Whether you’re a food hub, community garden, Indigenous-led initiative, local non-profit or business, or other community-rooted group — we’d love to connect with you.
Join us virtually to learn more about Rise Up!, a BC-wide program connecting youth (aged 15–30) with volunteer placements focused on food systems, environmental stewardship, and community resilience.
Why Attend?
Learn how your organization can:
- Support youth through meaningful volunteer opportunities that align with your mission
- Explore tools & resources for mentorship and youth engagement with our partners at CityHive
- Access the Rise Up! Digital Platform with our partners at Meaningful Work to promote your organization and service placement
- Inspire the next generation of community-driven change makers
You’ll also get to:
- Meet the Rise Up! Regional Lead in your area
- Connect with other interested host organizations in your region and across the province
- Ask questions and explore what participation could look like for your organization
Session Options
We have scheduled two offerings to best suit your schedule! To register, please click the time that works best for you to be redirected to our Eventbrite page:
Tuesday, May 13 , 12:00–1:00 PM
Tuesday, May 13, 6:00–7:00 PM
Location: Zoom (links will be sent upon registration)
Our Partners
Rise Up! Strengthening Food Systems and Environmental Stewardship is funded in part by Canada Service Corps. Renforcer les systèmes alimentaires et la gestion de l’environnement est financé en partie par Service jeunesse Canada.
This program is a collaboration between the Public Health Association of BC (PHABC), CityHive, and Meaningful Work, working together to support youth in contributing to healthier, more connected communities.