Social Change Program
for Canadian Youth
A program for youth interested in gaining skills and experience in business, leadership, and social change.
Do you feel like you have something more to contribute to the world?
Do you feel like there is a leader inside you waiting for the opportunity to show itself?
Are you interested in learning effective marketing techniques that can be applied to any business?
Do you want to change the lives of girls your own age while you become a more powerful version of yourself?
Then consider applying to Create Change's Social Change Program.
about this program
Over the past 6 years, Create Change has supported over 700 hundred students to gain valuable skills and experience that transforms youth into leaders who know how to get things done. Past participants have gone on to receive scholarships, win awards, and have helped to educate and empower dozens of girls living in extreme poverty.
Create Change's Social Change Program for youth is ideal for students who want to learn concrete skills, grow their confidence, and to get real world experience working on social justice issues.
The program offers a unique community of young people across Canada, as it is delivered through a virtual classroom platform. The program is offered pro-bono thanks to our generous supporters who make this opportunity for Canadian youth possible.
program focus
practical
skills
Students learn a wide variety of tangible practical skills, preparing them for any professional setting.
confidence
building
Students learn to embrace failure and communicate effectively, so they have the confidence to try new things.
real- world opportunity
Students apply their learning through initiatives with the goal of changing lives of girls living in poverty.
requirements
Create Change programs do not require previous volunteer or leadership experience. We are looking for students ages 15 - 24, who are passionate about learning and are looking for an opportunity to acquire new skills, grow their confidence, and gain experience leading important social change.
how it works
delivered online
fundraising goals
To complete the requirements of each module, students must reach a set fundraising goal based on the learning they have gained through program classes.
make an impact
All funds raised will support provide girls living in poverty in Ghana with education, confidence building programs and leadership opportunities.
video pen-pals
Participating students will get regular updates of their impact and can take part in a video pen pal program with girls who are benefitting from their efforts.
The program is offered virtually and available throughout Canada via Zoom webinar, so students can access the program on a laptop or smartphone.
program details
Required weekly class
Participants must attend a weekly 2 hour webinar/ conference call where instruction takes place.
Lecture portion
The first half of online class time is dedicated to a lecture and group discussion.
Interactive portion
The second half of the online class time is dedicated to demonstration, practice, supervision and feedback.
Team meetings
Students will build teams, after which they will need to have weekly meetings together to plan.
Fundraising initiatives
Student teams will design and implement initiatives that work with their time availability and schedule.
Group coaching
Participants who proceed onto module 2 will get to participate in group coaching to shift mindset.
Recorded classes
Classes are recorded and available online so students can easily make up missed classes.
Flexible modules
Students can choose to participate in 1, 2 or 3 modules of the program, and can decide after starting.
Rolling basis
The program operates on a rolling basis, so you can participate in additional modules at a later date.
program structure
Students can choose to participate in one or all program components. Please be advised that students must complete the prerequisites to be eligible to proceed to the next module.
Please note: Module 1, 2, 3 and the Ghana trip all can provide official volunteer hours.
INTRODUCTION
foundations
5 classes
Prerequisite: None
Fundraising goal: None
No certificate
MODULE 1
fundraising & marketing
10 classes
Prerequisite: Introduction
Fundraising goal: $1,000
Marketing & Fundraising Certificate
MODULE 2
leadership
10 classes
Prerequisite: Introduction + Module 1
Fundraising goal: $1,500
Leadership Certificate
MODULE 3
international development
10 classes
Prerequisite: Introduction,
Module 1 + Module 2
Fundraising goal: $3,500
Social Change Diploma
SUMMER
ghana trip
18 days
Prerequisite: Introduction, Module 1, Module 2 + Module 3
Included for those who complete the Social Change Diploma
*some costs apply
upcoming dates
As the program is offered on a rolling basis, students can choose to take breaks between modules depending on their schedule. More dates will be added as the year progresses. Please note that Module 3 and the Ghana Trip is only offered once a year.
INTRODUCTION:
foundations
Fall 2020
Wednesday Evenings
September 9th - October 7th
4:30 - 6:30 PM (PST) / 7:30 - 9:30 (EST)
FULL
Winter 2021
Monday Evenings
February 1st - March 1st
4:30 - 6:30 PM (PST) / 7:30 - 9:30 (EST)
Fall 2021
TBA
MODULE 1:
fundraising
& marketing
Fall 2020
Wednesday Evenings
October 14th - December 16th
4:30 - 6:30 PM (PST) / 7:30 - 9:30 (EST)
FULL
Winter 2021
Monday Evenings
March 8th - May 10th
4:30 - 6:30 PM (PST) / 7:30 - 9:30 (EST)
Fall 2021
TBA
Spring 2021
Monday Evenings
May 17th - July 19th
4:30 - 6:30 PM (PST) / 7:30 - 9:30 (EST)
MODULE 2:
leadership
Winter 2021
Wednesday Evenings
January 20th - March 24th
4:30 - 6:30 PM (PST) / 7:30 - 9:30 (EST)
Winter 2022
TBA
Completion results in a
Social Change Diploma
MODULE 3:
international
development
Spring 2021
Wednesday Evenings
April 14th - June 16th
4:30 - 6:30 PM (PST) / 7:30 - 9:30 (EST)
Spring 2022
TBA
SUMMER
ghana
trip
Summer 2021
July 2021
Dates TBA
Summer 2022
TBA
more questions?
Still have questions about how the program works? Visit our FAQ page and hopefully we can give you a clearer picture of what to expect.
testimonials
testimonials from past programs
sample impact
video
Nicole
Eric Hamber Secondary
I feel like I really grew as a leader and learned about my own leadership style.
Shirley
Magee Secondary
Every meeting is very fun, I learn something new every time. I really like how our mentors encourage us to not set a limit on our goals and on ourselves.
Paula
Carson Graham Secondary
Before this program I was very shy. I really developed my communication skills, while helping a girl my age on the other side of the world.
Shadi
Sentinel Secondary
You get to learn so much about marketing and you actually get to use the skills you learn. There’s a lot of learning by doing.
Marley
Seycove Secondary
I’ve learned how important the leadership skills come into every aspect of my life. It opens up so many doors and so many opportunities.
Maelin
Britannia Secondary
Do it for a girl in Ghana, but most of all do it for yourself because you’ll learn so much about what you are capable of that you never expected.
are you ready?
Are you interested in this program? You can either register right now, or contact us with any questions you might have to help you to decide if this program is for you!
Please be advised that there is no registration deadline. We continue to accept registrations until the program cohort is full. We often reach capacity so be sure to reserve your spot!
PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOW ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR OUR WINTER COHORT SCHEDULED TO BEGIN IN FEBRUARY 2021.