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Lead-HER-ship Summit

Action Lab, #210 Parkington Plaza, 10408 – 124 Street NW, Edmonton, AB, T5N 1R5 [map]
8-8 hours 
Are you a Black woman or girl (ages 15–25) interested in international relations, diplomacy, and global leadership? The Lead-HER-Ship Summit, sponsored by the Michaëlle Jean Foundation – Power of Youth, is your chance to build skills, connect with inspiring leaders, and take your place in global advocacy.

✨ Program Highlights

🎥 Special Address: Video message from the Honourable Rechie Aileen Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality

🛠 Workshops:

Understanding the 17 United Nations SDGs & Your Role in Achieving Them

Introduction to Policy Development

🎙 Panels:

Academic Panel: Intersectionality & Policy: Expanding Perspectives for Systemic Change

Young Professional Panel: Amplify HER Voice – Leading Change from Any Position

✅Participant Support

Complimentary food & drinks throughout the day

Travel costs covered for participants living outside Edmonton (within Alberta)

Certificate of Participation for all attendees
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💡 Why Apply?

The Lead-HER-Ship Summit is more than an event — it’s a community. Join 40 young Black women from across Alberta to build leadership skills, explore careers in advocacy and policy, and step into your power as a changemaker.
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