Global Citizens Program

The new Global Citizens Program aims to engage and mobilize Canadians as global citizens to participate in international development initiatives in three significant areas: public awareness, education and knowledge, and youth participation.

• Public Awareness: Showcasing best practices in international development; bringing young leaders from developing countries to meet Canadians; and increasing public awareness of development.
• Education and Knowledge: Deepening knowledge and sharing expertise on development challenges and results through activities such as the Global Classroom Initiative.
• Youth Participation: Engaging Canadian and developing country youth through targeted programs, such as the:
  • International School Twinning Initiative (ISTI)
  • International Youth Internship Program (IYIP)
  • International Aboriginal Youth Internships Initiative (IAYI)