Jua Centre

Employment and Career Mentorship Advocacy and Law Children, Youth, Family Environment Gender and Identity
Ottawa

The Jua Centre (specifically the Jua Centre for Girls' Sustainability Leadership) is a national non-profit organization operating in a remote/hybrid model out of Ottawa, Ontario. It empowers Black, African, and Caribbean girls and young women aged 10 to 19 by connecting climate action, environmental science literacy, leadership training, and community entrepreneurship.

Mission: Builds green skills, environmental confidence, and eco-leadership among underrepresented youth.

Programs: Offers interactive workshops and learning series focusing on climate justice, Afro-ecofeminism, and sustainable career paths for ages 13 to 19.

Operations: Functions virtually and through local hybrid community involvement in the Ottawa region

Current Volunteer Opportunities
multiple roles
Administration / Anti-Racist Advocate / Environmental Advocate / Event Planning / Grant Writing / Graphic Design / Writing
Volunteer Research Assistant — 2 Positions Jua Centre is seeking two Research Assistants to support our work at the intersection of environmental sustainability, climate justice, Black communities…
Ongoing