Thank You to Everyone Who Joined Us for the Exchange Organizers Conference, 2024. See You in 2026!

We thank all the participants who came from across Canada to join us at our National Exchange Organizers (EO) Conference 2024. It was two busy, fun and productive days and we are now planning for EO Conference 2026. Please be sure you have signed-up for our e-newsletter so you don’t miss the announcements on location, date and registration.

 

 

Introducing our Keynote Speaker: Waneek Horn-Miller

We are honoured to present Waneek Horn-Miller as the keynote speaker for the Experiences Canada Learning by Adventure Conference for Exchange Organizers. A distinguished Olympian, Indigenous rights advocate, and captivating speaker, Waneek brings a unique blend of athleticism, cultural insight, and advocacy to our conference. As a member of the Mohawk Nation, Waneek made history as one of the first Indigenous women to compete in the Olympics, representing Canada in water polo at the 2000 Sydney Games. Her remarkable journey, coupled with her academic background in Sociology, allows Waneek to address complex issues related to Indigenous identity and reconciliation. Her keynote promises to inspire our audience, providing invaluable perspectives on the transformative potential of adventure and experiential learning in shaping the lives of Canadian youth. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a true trailblazer and visionary in our pursuit of empowering educators and youth organizers.

Highlights from Experience Organizers Conference 2023

The event featured insightful sessions covering day-to-day operations, best practices, mental health, diversity, inclusion, and allyship at our Exchange Organizers Conference. Keynote speaker Ilona Dougherty, Co-creator and Managing Director of the Youth & Innovation Project, shared expertise in youth development and innovation, offering valuable insights into impactful exchanges.

 

The “Exchanges 101” session provided a comprehensive understanding of program intricacies, addressing advocacy for marginalized youth.

Attendees earned their LivingWorks safeTALK Certification, gaining skills to promote youth mental health. Youth development workshops provided practical tools for growth, and networking opportunities allowed for pre-approval for funded exchanges, fostering meaningful connections.

 

Watch our video capturing the essence of the 2023 conference — a celebration of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. Thank you to all who contributed, shaping the future of transformative exchanges.

Thanks to our Funders

This program would not be possible without the generous support of our funders. 

 

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