Arctic Youth Network Project

Arctic youth face massive social, economic, and environmental shifts and are working hard to address these in their
communities and beyond. Access to the opportunities, resources, and contacts they need to develop as leaders are,
however, often scarce, and where they do exist are often only accessible or known to a small group of people. As such,
the Arctic Youth Network (AYN) is creating a global network for young entrepreneurs to foster a competitive northern
economy that is driven by the next generation of business leaders, prioritizes sustainable development, and built on Arctic
and Indigenous values.

Through this network, the AYN aims to democratize access to opportunities, create a platform to amplify youth voices, and
empower a community of young change-makers in the North. By providing tools and spaces for collaboration, the AYN
seeks to create an inclusive world where aspiring leaders have equitable access to resources to advance economic
change their own way.

Faculty Supervisor:

Rick Colbourne

Student:

Partner:

Arctic Youth Network - Quebec Chapter

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Education; Public administration

University:

Carleton University

Program: