Member Outreach Associate, Summer Internship < Back Member Outreach Associate Atlantic Council for International Cooperation Job Type Summer Internship Location Hybrid, Halifax or Atlantic Canada Salary 18.00/hour About the Role ACIC is seeking a highly organized and motivated Member Outreach Associate to support membership engagement, outreach, communications, and administrative coordination. This role will support ACIC’s work with members and partners across Atlantic Canada. The successful candidate will help maintain member and contact records, support outreach and follow-up, assist with newsletters and website updates, collect member news and opportunities, and help coordinate event promotion and participant communications. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in nonprofit work, membership engagement, communications, public outreach, and the international cooperation sector. Key Responsibilities Member Outreach and Engagement Support outreach to ACIC members, partners, and stakeholders through email, newsletters, website updates, and other digital platforms Assist with member communications, including follow-up emails, event reminders, registration tracking, and information requests Help collect member news, stories, resources, events, and opportunities to share through ACIC communications channels Support the promotion of member opportunities, programs, events, and sector updates Assist with identifying opportunities to strengthen communication and connection with ACIC members Support outreach to prospective members, partners, and community organizations where needed Membership Administration Help maintain and update membership records, contact lists, mailing lists, and stakeholder databases Assist with organizing member information, renewal details, event participation, and engagement tracking Support internal tracking systems related to member engagement, outreach, and communications Assist with compiling data, feedback, and participation information for internal use and reporting Help organize digital files, contact records, event materials, and member resources Support general administrative tasks related to membership and outreach Communications and Resource Sharing Draft and format content for member updates, newsletters, website posts, and email communications Support the development and distribution of e-newsletters and digital announcements Curate sector news, funding opportunities, learning opportunities, events, and resources for ACIC members and partners Assist with basic communications tracking, analytics, and reporting Requirements This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. To apply, you must: Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date, June 29, 2026 Have a valid Social Insurance Number, SIN Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or have refugee status in Canada Ideal Qualifications Education, volunteer experience, or work experience in administration, communications, public relations, nonprofit work, community engagement, marketing, or a related field Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills Comfortable communicating with members, partners, and stakeholders by email and other digital platforms Comfortable working with spreadsheets, contact lists, registration forms, and databases Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks Experience with newsletters, websites, social media, or digital communications is an asset Familiarity with platforms such as Mailchimp, Wix, Canva, Hootsuite, or similar tools is an asset Knowledge of or interest in international cooperation, social justice, public engagement, or nonprofit work Experience working or volunteering in a nonprofit, community-based, or membership-based organization is an asset Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset About the Organization The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation, ACIC, is a coalition of organizations and individuals working on global cooperation and sustainable development issues. We support our members through training, networking, public engagement, and programming that strengthens collective impact for social justice, global solidarity, and decolonized development. To Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter in one merged document by email to hiring@acic-caci.org . Please mention where you heard about this posting and include the job title in your subject line. Application deadline: June 22, 2026, 11:59 PM Atlantic Time Thank you for applying. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview. ACIC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring individuals who reflect the diversity of communities in Atlantic Canada. As such, we strongly encourage people with Indigenous ancestry and members of BIPOC communities to apply. Applicants are welcome to self-identify in their application.

Internships Program Associate (2), Summer Internship (8 weeks) < Back Internships Program Associate (2) Atlantic Council for International Cooperation Job Type Summer Internship (8 weeks) Location Halifax, NS (Hybrid) Salary 18.00/hour About the Role The IYIP Program Associate will work closely with the IYIP team, including ACIC & MI staff to support the smooth delivery of the IYIP program. The IYIP Program Associate will contribute to the implementation of the IYIP Program, including supporting logistics and administrative tasks, organizing and facilitating Pre-Departure training, and creating resources for the IYIP program. The IYIP Program Associate(s) has a track record of youth-facing support work, strong discretion and discernment, working in international or intercultural contexts, and working in a collaborative environment. The IYIP Program Associate will bring knowledge and experience working with youth of diverse backgrounds, anti-oppressive practices, and cultural relativism and will bring a people-focussed and collaborative approach to their work. Personal or professional experience in one of ACIC’s program countries (Guatemala, The Gambia, Ghana, India, Bangladesh, Tanzania, Fiji) is considered an asset. The IYIP Program Associate(s) will: Complete regular check-ins with current IYIP interns over Zoom, offering active listening, problem solving, and referrals to external resources. Liaise with local and international hosting partners regarding intern work plans, logistics, and travel requests. Support programming at Pre-Departure and Reintegration Training. Uphold due diligence and maintain risk management frameworks related to the health and safety of interns participating in the IYIP program. Support the preparation of internal and external narrative reports for funders. Upkeep information and administrative systems. Attend and contribute to weekly IYIP Team Meetings and ACIC staff meetings. Responding to general telephone and email inquiries Provide communications and storytelling support for the IYIP program, including creating (or supporting current interns in creating) website content and public-facing social media posts Support recruitment and outreach activities for future internship cohorts. Requirements Requirements: Post-secondary education in international development, social sciences, community development, education, youth work, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with youth, students, volunteers, or program participants. Experience providing administrative and logistical support for projects, programs, events, or trainings. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, anti-oppressive practice, and intercultural learning. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, and other online collaboration tools. Must be eligible for Canada Summer Jobs Assets: Experience working in intercultural environments. Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, or participant support practices. Experience facilitating workshops, trainings, or group activities. Personal or professional experience in one of ACIC's program countries (Bangladesh, Fiji, The Gambia, Ghana, Guatemala, India, or Tanzania). Additional language skills beyond English. Experience with communications, social media, or content development. About the Organization Since 2002, the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) and the Marine Institute have offered internship positions through the International Youth Internship Program and the International Aboriginal Youth Internship Program. These internships provide youth with international development experience, skills, and knowledge to help better prepare them for future employment, while advancing Canadian development objectives. The current iteration of ACIC and the Marine Institute’s IYIP Program, called “Resilient Youth through Supported Inclusion toward Sustained Network Growth (RYSING), is currently in Year 2 of a five-year funding period (2024-2029) which will see 190 interns between the ages of 18 and 30 placed with international partners in 22 countries around the globe. Special priority is given to interns belonging to the following priority groups: Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, and to youth who have faced barriers to employment due to COVID. About RYSING: The Marine Institute and ACIC, along with MI partners and a consortium of ACIC members (all of whom have experience delivering transformative internship programs) collaboratively implement the RYSING International Internship Program. RYSING is currently in Year 2 of a five year funding period (and in Cohort 4 of seven anticipated cohorts). RYSING offers a variety of accessible, 16-week in-country career development placement opportunities. Knowledge transfer and skills training outcomes are based on reciprocal relationships between Canadian youth and local partner staff where each are considered stakeholders and agents of change. Internships incorporate virtual/hybrid pre-departure training and placement orientation, over a 6 week period. This allows for youth to begin engagement at a pace that fits within a part-time work schedule, and is adaptive to a variety of individual, community, and family circumstances. IYIP staff work with partners to meet individual interns' needs and address barriers to participation identified by youth during the recruitment phase, such as access to technology, peer support, and or appropriate spaces to engage in online work. Interns also take part in a 1-week intensive pre-departure training. This time will allow for building deeper connections, confidence and shared learning among peers, and give youth a sense of shared experience and strength. The connections youth gain as part of this type of group learning environment have shown to improve their well-being, commitment to program completion and continued engagement post-placement initiatives. Building on observed results from MI & ACIC Internships working with youth participants who face barriers to employment including Indigenous youth, 2SLGBTQI+ youth and racialized youth, ACIC and MI have gained significant insight into best practice for supporting equitable program access, as well as identifying and addressing systemic barriers to employment for youth post-placement. These lessons have informed our approach to prioritize pre-departure training and orientation topics, increase internship support systems while in-country - adapted to the specific needs of target groups, as well as a key program focus on mentorship, network growth and sustained engagement, training and career development support following in-country placement. To Apply Please submit your resume, cover letter, the names and contact information of three references and where you heard about the job posting, in ONE document, by e-mail to hiring@acic-caci.org by 4:00 pm AST on June 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis. Please ensure that you indicate the position title in your subject line. Thank you for applying. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted to arrange for an interview. Interviews will be conducted on June 16th, 2026. ACIC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring individuals who reflect the diversity of communities in Atlantic Canada. As such, we strongly encourage people with Indigenous ancestry and members of BIPOC communities to apply. Be sure to self-identify.

Internships Program Manager (12 Months), Full time (12 months) < Back Internships Program Manager (12 Months) Atlantic Council for International Cooperation Job Type Full time (12 months) Location Halifax, NS (Hybrid) Salary 65,000 About the Role The Program Manager will work closely with their colleague from the Marine Institute (and be a key member of a small staff team), be able to work independently on a variety of tasks, and to motivate others to participate. As a co-manager of the program, the successful candidate will have a track record of working in a collaborative environment and have direct experience implementing an internship or work placement program and have direct experience supporting youth. The Program Manager will: Co-manage the RYSING International Internship Program: including liaising with local and international hosting partners, recruitment, selection, pre-departure and re-integration program development and delivery, supervision and facilitation of logistics for interns in Canada and overseas (e.g. organize transportation, obtain visas and other immigration information, complete hiring paperwork, etc.) , and support for public engagement and innovative activities related to the internship program; Build and maintain strategic relationships with diverse communities, organizations and groups; Establish and foster relationships with intern families, communities, alumni and volunteers; Ensure due diligence and maintain risk management frameworks related to the health and safety of interns participating in programs; Work closely with the co-manager on financial management, reporting and monitoring of program budget; Complete program activities according to the intended outcomes, budget and timelines established; Prepare internal and external narrative reports for funders; Liaise with consultants, volunteers, short-term contract employees, as required; Develop and establish information and administrative systems. The Program Manager position is also responsible for: Actively participating in staff meetings and providing input towards the development of other organizational activities, operational practices and policies as required Providing general administrative support Representing ACIC and the Marine Institute at events or external meetings, when requested Responding to general telephone and email inquiries Other duties, as deemed necessary HIRING TIMELINE Application Deadline: rolling, until June 24th Interviews: June 25th and 26th Anticipated Start Date: July 13th In-Person Pre-Departure Training: July 26th - August 1st (in Antigonish, Nova Scotia) Requirements An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (international development, human resource management, project management, education, social work, etc.) or equivalent experience; Significant experience with program development and management, including demonstrated logistics management, budgeting, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting for results; A minimum of three to five years recent and related experience, preferably within international cooperation, not-for-profit or public engagement spheres Demonstrated competence in international project management Experience coordinating international youth programming, including proven ability to develop and facilitate training workshops; Experience with staff supervision; Knowledge or experience working with Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and using results-based management processes; Strong financial management and report writing skills; Experience working in partnership or collaboration with multiple stakeholders; Demonstrable knowledge and sensitivity of the realities of diverse youth and communities, in particular youth participants who face barriers to employment and Indigenous youth, 2SLGBTQI+ youth and racialized youth; Understanding of the principles and practices of international development; Strong interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups; Commitment to open communication and collaboration in a team environment; Clear, engaging and effective written communications skills and an ability to adapt to various audiences; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; Demonstrated good judgment and discretion, particularly when working with youth; Demonstrated ability to organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, monitor progress towards goals, and track information; Demonstrated initiative and creativity; Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Adobe, internet, e-mail); Ease in establishing effective communications, including in a cross-cultural and multilingual environment (tact, diplomacy, professionalism); Ability to handle stress and complexity; Ability to meet deadlines and objectives; Ability to work with minimal supervision and conduct independent research; Ability to establish collaborative, multi-stakeholder relations at various levels; Ability to travel in Canada and possibly internationally to perform short term missions; Able to work overtime to meet deadlines, when necessary; Ability to work as part of a remote team; Knowledge of a second, or additional languages, an asset; About the Organization Since 2002, the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) and the Marine Institute have offered internship positions through the International Youth Internship Program and the International Aboriginal Youth Internship Program. These internships provide youth with international development experience, skills, and knowledge to help better prepare them for future employment, while advancing Canadian development objectives. The current iteration of ACIC and the Marine Institute’s IYIP Program, called “Resilient Youth through Supported Inclusion toward Sustained Network Growth (RYSING), is currently in Year 2 of a five-year funding period (2024-2029) which will see 190 interns between the ages of 18 and 30 placed with international partners in 22 countries around the globe. Special priority is given to interns belonging to the following priority groups: Indigenous, Black, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, and to youth who have faced barriers to employment due to COVID. About RYSING: The Marine Institute and ACIC, along with MI partners and a consortium of ACIC members (all of whom have experience delivering transformative internship programs) collaboratively implement the RYSING International Internship Program. RYSING is currently in Year 2 of a five year funding period (and in Cohort 4 of seven anticipated cohorts). RYSING offers a variety of accessible, 16-week in-country career development placement opportunities. Knowledge transfer and skills training outcomes are based on reciprocal relationships between Canadian youth and local partner staff where each are considered stakeholders and agents of change. Internships incorporate virtual/hybrid pre-departure training and placement orientation, over a 6 week period. This allows for youth to begin engagement at a pace that fits within a part-time work schedule, and is adaptive to a variety of individual, community, and family circumstances. IYIP staff work with partners to meet individual interns' needs and address barriers to participation identified by youth during the recruitment phase, such as access to technology, peer support, and or appropriate spaces to engage in online work. Interns also take part in a 1-week intensive pre-departure training. This time will allow for building deeper connections, confidence and shared learning among peers, and give youth a sense of shared experience and strength. The connections youth gain as part of this type of group learning environment have shown to improve their well-being, commitment to program completion and continued engagement post-placement initiatives. Building on observed results from MI & ACIC Internships working with youth participants who face barriers to employment including Indigenous youth, 2SLGBTQI+ youth and racialized youth, ACIC and MI have gained significant insight into best practice for supporting equitable program access, as well as identifying and addressing systemic barriers to employment for youth post-placement. These lessons have informed our approach to prioritize pre-departure training and orientation topics, increase internship support systems while in-country - adapted to the specific needs of target groups, as well as a key program focus on mentorship, network growth and sustained engagement, training and career development support following in-country placement. To Apply Please submit your resume, cover letter, the names and contact information of three references and where you heard about the job posting, in ONE document, by e-mail to hiring@acic-caci.org by 4:00 pm AST on June 24, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis. Please ensure that you indicate the position title in your subject line. Thank you for applying. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted to arrange for an interview. Interviews will be conducted the week of June 25th, 2026. ACIC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring individuals who reflect the diversity of communities in Atlantic Canada. As such, we strongly encourage people with Indigenous ancestry and members of BIPOC communities to apply. Be sure to self-identify.

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The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation is a coalition of individuals, organizations and institutions working in the Atlantic region to build and model just, equitable and sustainable communities, locally and globally. Connecting & Strengthening Atlantic Canada’s Global Changemakers Explore Opportunities What We Do We are a coalition of individuals, organizations, and institutions working in the Atlantic region, committed to achieving peaceful, just and sustainable communities, locally and globally. Read our Strategic Plan Our Programs ACIC empowers individuals and organizations through international internships, youth programs, and membership support, fostering global citizenship and strengthening Atlantic Canada’s role in international cooperation. Membership Join a thriving community of changemakers! Access exclusive resources, funding, and collaboration opportunities to amplify your work. Internships Gain hands-on experience through funded international placements. Build your skills, expand your network, and make a global impact! Youth Explore global citizenship through leadership training, experiential learning, and cross-cultural exchange. Connect with peers and build skills for a more just world. Celebrating 50 years of impact! ACIC's 50th Anniversary ACIC has spent five decades fostering collaboration, learning, and action for global solidarity. As we mark this milestone, we reflect on our journey and look ahead to the future of international cooperation. Dive into our journey by exploring past reports and blog posts highlighting ACIC’s impact, reflections, and the evolving landscape of international cooperation. Visit our Blog Read ACIC's Reports 1/1 Get Involved Explore available internships, funding, and collaboration opportunities. Take the next step in your global engagement journey today! Safer Spaces 2026 Register by January 16. Join us for ACIC’s Safer Spaces Program 2026, a three-part learning series bringing together members and youth as global actors navigating systems shaped by colonialism, racism, and unequal power. PhotoVoices Partners 2026 Apply now! ACIC is looking for partners to help implement our 2026 PhotoVoices program! Through the program, Atlantic Canadian youth and youth from the international community use photos to share their stories, build skills, explore the Sustainable Development Goals, learn from experts in the field, and so much more. Global Citizenship Conference Leaders Application Apply by: July 3 2026 ACIC is currently seeking to fill five Conference Leader positions to join us for our Global Citizenship Youth Conference (July 10 - 13, 2026) Upcoming Events Stay connected with ACIC’s latest events, from workshops to networking sessions. Join us in building knowledge, connections, and action for a more just world. 1 day to the event Global Roundtable: International Reflections from Canadian Youth Sat, Jun 13 2901 Windsor St Learn More Register 6 days to the event Annual General Meeting 2026 Thu, Jun 18 Delmore Buddy Daye Learning Institute Learn More Register 6 days to the event Global Resistance, Local Actions Thu, Jun 18 Online via Zoom Learn More Register Events

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Current and Upcoming Opportunities July 3, 2026 Global Citizenship Youth Conference: Digital Storytellers We are looking for a digital storyteller to join us for our Global Citizenship Youth Conference! (July 10 - 13, 2026) View More April 27, 2026 Global Citizenship Conference Leaders Application ACIC is currently seeking to fill five Conference Leader positions to join us for our Global Citizenship Youth Conference (July 10 - 13, 2026) View More Registration is now open! Safer Spaces 2026 Join us for ACIC’s Safer Spaces Program 2026, a three-part learning series bringing together members and youth as global actors navigating systems shaped by colonialism, racism, and unequal power. View More Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis PhotoVoices Partners 2026 ACIC is looking for partners to help implement our 2026 PhotoVoices program! Through the program, Atlantic Canadian youth and youth from the international community use photos to share their stories, build skills, explore the Sustainable Development Goals, learn from experts in the field, and so much more. View More

Our vibrant coalition of Atlantic Canadian individuals, organizations, and institutions are committed to creating a more just, equitable and sustainable world. Our members work on achieving a peaceful and healthy environment, with social justice, human dignity and participation for all. Organizations based in Atlantic Canada can join our membership as an organizational member, while Atlantic Canadians can join as individual associates. Meet Our Members Membership Benefits Meet Our Members Meet Our Members Nova Scotia Newfoundland and Labrador New Brunswick Prince Edward Island All Organizational Members All Individual Associates Why should you join? Membership Benefits 1 Expand your network As a member of ACIC, you'll be part of a vibrant network that connects you with people, local organizations, and important groups working in the international cooperation sector, across the Atlantic region and at a national level. You'll have the opportunity to learn about their work, interact with them at their upcoming events, and learn what they're up to. Plus, you can share updates about your own organization, creating valuable connections and collaborations. 2 Professional and Capacity Development Opportunities We believe in your growth and expertise. ACIC hosts annual professional development workshops in the Atlantic provinces to enable knowledge sharing. These opportunities are spaces to learn new skills and gain practical knowledge. As a member, you'll enjoy free or discounted registration for these workshops. You'll be invited along with all our members, to join us at our flagship events, our Annual General Meeting, Symposium and networking opportunities to connect with peers, share experiences, and learn best practices in international development and global education. 3 Funding, Grants and Awards As ACIC Members, you can apply for our grants and awards. For our workshops and capacity building opportunities, members can apply for travel bursaries and workshop ticket bursaries. Every year, our members play an integral role in nominating and selecting the winner of the Shirley Case Leadership Award. Our members can apply for our funds every year, including for Organizational and Individual Membership Public Engagement Fund, partner with us for International Development Week, and for our Partnership Engagement Fund. We also regularly share opportunities for funding, grants and awards with our membership through our communication channels. 4 Your Voice Matters: Member-Driven Approach At ACIC, your voice matters. We are a council created by our members, for our members. This means you actively participate in shaping ACIC's policies, priorities, and procedures, ensuring they align with your needs and aspirations. 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From Aid to Action. ACIC Symposium 2025 CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF SOLIDARITY & GLOBAL COOPERATION Join us in Halifax, June 18-19, 2025, for two days of transformative discussions, collaboration, and action. Celebrating 50 years of solidarity & global cooperation, this year’s symposium will bring together changemakers to reimagine international development. June 18 + 19, 2025 Halifax, NS & Virtually Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary's University Symposium PhotoVoices Across the globe, powerful and well-resourced countries are pulling back on their commitments to Overseas Development Assistance (ODA). These decisions create real uncertainty for communities and organizations working to advance global solidarity. At a time when foreign aid remains essential to addressing urgent global challenges, this retreat signals the need for renewed dialogue, collaboration, and action. As ACIC marks its 50th anniversary, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment. The landscape of international cooperation is shifting rapidly. Political polarization, funding cuts, and changing global power dynamics are testing the foundations of solidarity and development work. These shifts call for new approaches that centre justice, equity, and local leadership. This year’s Symposium invites us to reflect, reconnect, and reimagine the future of global cooperation. Together, we’ll ask: What role does foreign aid continue to play in building more equitable, connected communities? How can we sustain and diversify resources in the face of political and economic uncertainty? What does it take to build partnerships rooted in long-term, community-led solutions? How can we learn from past movements and transitions to navigate today’s challenges with clarity and purpose? The Symposium will bring together current and past ACIC members—those who have helped build just, equitable communities across the globe—alongside civil society leaders, policymakers, private sector stakeholders, and youth. Together, we will examine how international cooperation has evolved over the decades, and how we can move forward with hope, purpose, and a shared commitment to equity and justice. Education remains central to this conversation, both as a catalyst for peace and security and as a tool for equipping communities with the knowledge to engage in global development efforts. From grassroots activism to institutional advocacy, from Southern-led partnerships to shifts in donor landscapes, this Symposium will highlight pathways to action, ensuring that hope remains the foundation for international cooperation in the decades ahead. Together, we reaffirm our commitment to global solidarity and the transformative power of partnership. In times of uncertainty, we look back to move forward, learning from history to build a more just, resilient, and interconnected future. Schedule Speakers Our Speakers and Presenters. This year’s Symposium will feature a dynamic lineup of speakers from across the Atlantic region, Canada, and the globe, bringing together voices from grassroots movements, civil society organizations, academia, and international cooperation networks. Their lived experiences and insights will ground our discussions in the realities of today’s challenges and the possibilities for collective action. To learn more about our speakers and presenters, click on the images below: Ambassador Lilly Nicholls (Retd.) Former Canadian Ambassador Shelly Whitman Executive Director, Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security Wayn Hamilton Board Member, Connecting To Africa Heather McPherson NDP MP, Edmonton-Strathcona Janice Hamilton Executive Director, Manitoba Council for International Cooperation Bright Kwame Fiaga Founder and President of the International Council for Immigration, Entrepreneurship and Employment (ICIEE) Ashley Rerrie Program Officer at the Equality Fund Paul Farran Director of Policy and Advocacy at Cooperation Canada Samuel Quansah Executive Director, Algo Peers Elder Joe Michael Pipe Carrier and a Sacred Fire Keeper Vicky Yee Executive Director, Women's Fund Fiji Eileen Alma Executive Director at Coady Institute, St. Francis Xavier University Andrew Smith Director General, Pan-African Affairs at Global Affairs Canada Judyannet Muchiri Policy and Research Officer, Inter-Council Network Kai Audi Programmes Officer, Jinsiangu Kenya DeNel Rehberg Sedo Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Mount Saint Vincent University María Inés Cuj Chopén General Coordinator, Administrator, and Certified Permaculturist The Mesoamerican Permaculture Institute (IMAP) Jennifer Elms Gender Equality Advisor at Aga Khan Foundation North America Tsigie Haile Founder and director of the Organization for Women in Self- Employment (WISE) Patrik Evelio Mucia Poz Biodiversity Program Coordinator, Seed Bank Administrator, Permaculture Educator The Mesoamerican Permaculture Institute (IMAP) Dr. Arturo Ezquerro-Cañete Maritimes Coordinator, Maritimes-Guatemala Breaking the Silence Network (BTS) David Black Professor of International Development Studies at Dalhousie University Jonathan Langdon Professor and the Canada Research Chair for Sustainability and Social Change Leadership at St Francis Xavier University Max-Prosper Fortuna Deputy Director, le Centre Haitien du Leadership et de l’Excellence (Haitian Centre for Leadership and Excellence) James Parsons Executive Director, Canadian Partnerships Division at Global Affairs Canada Shelagh Savage Lecturer, International Development Studies Department at Dalhousie University Caleigh Wong Veteran Research Partner at the Centre for Social Innovation and Community Engagement in Military Affairs Gabrielle Bardall Assistant Professor, Université Sainte-Anne Kirsten Larson PhD researcher at the Irish Centre for Human Rights (ICHR), University of Galway Timi Idris PhD Student at Dalhousie University Cristina Jerez Fair-Trade Coffee Marketing Coordinator for Breaking the Silence Maritimes-Guatemala Ava Green Political Science Undergraduate Student at Dalhousie University Caroline Scott Masters Student at Dalhousie University Joseph Fitkowski International Youth Internship Program Alumnus Eliza MacLauchlan Restorative Justice Facilitator with the Government of PEI