Held annually, the first week of February (this year - 3rd to 9th), International Development Week (IDW) highlights and illustrates the work of Canada's development community. Read more...

Read more about IDW events that are happening this week across the country on CIDA's website. Go check one out and get involved!

We believe young people have a unique perspective that can have a significant impact in Canadian society, and in honour if International Development Week we'd like to highlight the good work that the Volunteer Action Network has done this year. Read more...

"Inevitably, Georgetown - noisy, chaotic, hot, vibrant Georgetown - has made a special place for itself in my heart". Read more from Katharine Hopkins, YCI Intern in Guyana.

Also, Check out an article titled "Cheers Guyana!" written by Guyana intern Matt about his experiences living in "the land of many waters", and some unexpected leadership he has been engaging in.

 
David Danylewich has been the Executive Director here at YCI for the past 4 years, and has been involved in the organization since 1997. We are sad to announce that this will be his last entry for the e-news, as Dave is taking a position with Right To Play. Congrats Dave! We wish you the best of luck! Read more...

Tanzania Alumnus Yeleka Barrett was selected as 2007's Volunteer of the Year! Yeleka has been a great addition to the YCI team as an overseas volunteer and an office volunteer. Read the announcement.

This month take a look at these youth-led development organizations that we think are doing great work:

Quantum Shift.TV Quantum Shift's mission is to tell stories to inspire positive action. Log onto to the website to view, share and upload videos about social change.

Youth Action Network. The network is a dynamic organization that is dedicated to helping youth become more informed and involved towards creating a just and sustainable society. Check it out and get involved!