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Canadian Youth Ambassador, Olivia Dey

SELECTION PROCESS:

Out of 600 applications, 30 were chosen to
represent each province. We all had to
identify an issue we were passionate about
and then propose a plan on how to help
change it on a national and global level.

WHAT THE APPLICATION ASKED ME…

Q: Why was it important for you to apply to be
a Canadian youth Ambassador?

A: I have developed a sports-based enrich- Olivia Dey
ment program to support young girls in my
community through my non-profit (Just Like A
Girl). I believe sports can help build
character and prepare youth for life. By
providing a safe environment for young girls
to learn and grow, it helps them integrate in
society and stay away from drugs and abuse.
By being a Canadian Youth Ambassador I
would like to bring this message to youth and
teach them the values of sports. Through my
organization, I would like to level the
ground in sports so girls are able to have
the same opportunities as their male coun-
terparts, as well as provide a path for good
physical and mental health.

WHEN:

March 27th - April 4th in Panama to attend
an education summit

May in Ottawa to be trained by members
of parliament on how to act on our
social change ideas.

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