🎈Building the Future: Youth Economic Development Change Lab

Let's come together to build a brighter future for youth in Edmonton. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for this dynamic one-day engagement event hosted by the Imagine Institute for Learning on behalf of the Edmonton Youth Economic Ecosystem Collaborative (EYEEC). A one-day event that brings together community partners, businesses, organizations, and champions who are committed to sharing the future of youth economic development in Edmonton for generations to come. With an exciting mix of storytelling, design thinking methods, and collaborative discussions aimed at addressing the challenges and opportunities within the ecosystem, this event invites participants to learn by doing and work together to solve tangible issues and advance youth economic development collectively.

The Challenge:

How might we all come together and collaborate long-term to ensure all Edmonton youth are set up for success, looking seven generations ahead?

Why Attend?

• Collective Creativity: Engage in hands-on design thinking activities to explore creative solutions and transformative practices.

• Knowledge Sharing: Discover impactful stories and understand the key issues and challenges facing youth economic development today.

• Expand Your Network: Build valuable connections with professionals and organizations dedicated to youth employment, economic growth, and mobility.

• Make an Impact: Contribute to discussions that will help shape actionable recommendations and a shared vision for future initiatives.

Who Should Attend?

• Employers of all sizes
• Entrepreneurship Organizations
• Trade & Industry Labour Associations
• School Board or Division Representatives
• Youth Service Providers
• Community Leaders, Champions and Advocates

About EYEEC:

The Edmonton Youth Economic Ecosystem Collaborative (EYEEC) is a network focused on enhancing collaboration among employers, entrepreneurship organizations, trades, educational institutions, and youth employment service providers. Our goal is to develop a supportive ecosystem that empowers youth to thrive in their careers and beyond. Discover more about EYEEC's mission and project at https://skillcity.ca/edmonton-youth-economic-ecosystem-collaborative/

About Imagine Institute for Learning:

The Imagine Institute for Learning is dedicated to fostering innovative solutions and transformative practices through collaborative engagement and design thinking. We work to inspire and equip individuals and organizations to drive meaningful change and create impactful solutions in their communities. Learn more about our initiatives at www.imagineinstitute.ca