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Think Peace & Issues in Tibet

Join us for an evening of films and discussion encouraging our community to think about peace and what we can do locally to make a difference globally.

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International Youth Week
May 3 - 10, 2008

What is Youth Week? Youth Week is held during the first week of May each year. Youth Week brings young people of various communities together to promote youth achievement, activism and volunteerism. Its goal is to motivate and inspire young people in Canada and internationally to contribute to their community year-round.

If you have an event planned, or would like to plan something, send an email to general@youthactionnetwork.org to let us know! For planning ideas and resources, visit www.youthactionnetwork.org/projects/youth-week

TORONTO – Youth Week 2007 – a youth-initiated week-long celebration of youth culture was held from May 5-May 12 at venues throughout the city. The Theme for Youth Week 2007 captures the spirit of Youth Week: “I Am, Because We Are” – is an English translation of traditional South African Ubuntu philosophy that speaks to the importance of community, connection and our relationships to one another.

The Youth Week Organizing Committee –comprised of young people from throughout the GTA- were concerned about the isolation and alienation many young people are feeling today. They wanted to inspire other young people to get more involved in their communities and to show Toronto that young people care about their schools and their neighbourhoods. Youth Week – a celebration held since 1995 highlights youth accomplishments around the world. Youth Week events were held in: Toronto, Hamilton, British Columbia, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and throughout Europe this year. Coordinated by the Youth Action Network (YAN), Youth Week 2007 encourages young people to take action on issues that are important to them. Nothing is too big – or too small - to tackle: global warming, racism, bullying, globalization, child labour, HIV/AIDS or gun violence. Youth can set up a display at school, create a petition, host a lunchtime workshop or a movie night – everyone can get involved!

Here’s a rundown of this year’s events at Youth Week. Hope to see you there!

Saturday, May 5th
National Day of Action for Status for All

Celebrate Youth Week at this rally, march, and fair organized by No One Is Illegal. Meet YAN friends outside Christie station at 12:15-12:30. March begins from Christie Pitts Park and ends with a fair in Dufferin Grove Park.

Sunday May 6, 1-5pm
Youth Week Launch Party and Film Screening

Reception and Launch Party (1-2pm)
“Hear the Story”- a documentary made by a diverse group of Toronto youth struggling with poverty, racism, and violence in their communities. AND “Youth Force: Delivering a Message on HIV/AIDs”- a documentary from the perspective of youth participants at the 2006 International AIDS conference. Followed by a Q&A with filmmakers (2-3:30pm)
Screening of internationally-acclaimed Canadian film, “Khaled” about a 10 year-old Iranian-Canadian living in Toronto’s housing projects (3:30-5pm)

National Film Board Mediatheque: 150 John St. at Richmond (just south of MuchMusic). Wheelchair accessible.
Organized in partnership with Campaign 2000’s Youth Action Committee

Tuesday, May 8th, all day
The Countdown!

Toronto Inner City Teens on Circuit (TICTOC) offers inspiring workshops/speakers and entertainment to engage students from Oakwood Collegiate Institute. TICTOC is approaching old problems, in a new way. TICTOC identified issues affecting student at their school: systemic barriers, lack of communication, low self-esteem issues, lack of knowledge of resources and scholarships and will address these issues in a variety of ways at this whole day event! After the event, they intend that their model will be used at other schools across the TDSB.

Wednesday, May 9th, 5-8pm
Painting in the Park!

Find out more about how to get involved in the Beautiful City Billboard Fee Campaign. 5pm; 176 John St. suite 307. Join visual artists in a collective public art project. 6pm; Grange Park. Light snacks and paint supplies provided.
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Saturday May 12, 1-3 pm
The YAMMIES!

Celebrate Youth Week at the YAMMIES– A Youth Film Showcase. Lakeshore Collegiate Institute. 350 Kipling Ave.
Organized by Youth Arts Movement and supported by Lakeshore Arts.

Saturday May 12, 6-9pm
This End Begins!

An Urban Youth Showcase with performers from across Toronto.
Featuring Street Dreama, Heavy Steve, OBU, L.Vision, Mami Uno, Cuesta, Meeca (as MC), and many more!
Food will be available free of charge.

Metro Hall
55 John Street (just south of King).
Room 308. Wheelchair accessible.