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Cross Cultural Understanding in a Globalized World

Kyiv, Ukraine Cross Cultural Understanding in a Globalized World Diversity and inclusion is a concept best learned by experience, not research. On March 20th, 2017 I was fortunate enough to deepen my understanding of cross-cultural understanding with a group of fascinating students from Kyiv, Ukraine. Coincidentally, the visit to The European Collegium was to speak about […]

2017 SWY Canada Pre-Departure Training and Farewell Reception

2017 SWY Canada Pre-Departure Training and Farewell Reception From the 12-16th January 2017, the official Canadian Delegation for the 2017 Ship for World Youth (SWY) Global Leaders program were in action in Toronto for a training and team-building session before departing to Japan! The packed program included various sessions on SWY protocol, Japanese language and […]

SWY 29 Delegation Media Coverage

The all-star Canadian delegation for the Ship for World Youth Global Leaders Program (SWY 29) are getting some good buzz in both online and print media. Here’s a list of the ones we’ve tracked so far! 1. The Guardian – Jennifer Whitaker gets a feature article – P.E.I. resident ready to learn on the high seas (PDF) 2. McGill University – […]

Official SWY 29 Canadian Delegation Announced!

Special thanks to all Canadians from coast to coast to coast who took the time to share their stories and apply for the Canadian delegation for the Ship for World Youth. Over the course of the summer, we received nearly 200 applications. The talent, passion, and commitment across the country was immeasurable and highly inspiring. […]

Ship for World Youth 2017 – Information Session in Halifax, NS August 18th, 7pm

LOCATION: TBC DATE: August 18 2016, 7pm This information session is open to potential candidates interested in applying to the Next Generation Leaders Progam, formerly known as the Ship for World Youth (SWY). SWY Canada is seeking 12 young professionals to represent Canada and take part in this unique cross-cultural program aboard the Nippon Maru. […]

Ship for World Youth 2017 – Information Session in Vancouver, BC August 18th, 6pm

LOCATION: 250 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 0E2 DATE: August 18, 2016 from 6pm to 8pm Are you 18-30 years** old and interested in getting first-hand knowledge of Japanese culture while spending over a month with over 200 youth from around the world? We invite you to learn more about this unique cross-cultural experience from […]

Ship for World Youth 2017 – Information Session in Saskatoon, SK August 11th, 5pm

LOCATION: Brainsport Community Room, 616 10th Street East, Saskatoon Date & Time: Thursday the 11th of August, 5pm – 7pm Are you 18-30 years old and interested in getting up-close, first hand knowledge of Japanese culture, all while spending over a month with 240 youth from around the world? We are inviting you to come […]

Ship for World Youth 2017 – Information Session in Victoria, BC August 11th, 6pm

LOCATION: UVic, David Turpin Building, room B247-255 Date & Time: Thursday the 11th of August, 6pm This information session is open to potential candidates interested in applying to the Next Generation Global Leaders Program, “The Ship for World Youth Leaders” (SWY). SWY Canada is seeking 12 young professionals to represent Canada and take part in […]

Ship for World Youth 2017 – Information Session Newfoundland and Labrador August 8th, 7pm

LOCATION: Memorial University, Education Building, Room E3005 Date & Time: Monday the 8th of August, 7pm This information session is open to potential candidates interested in applying to the Next Generation Global Leaders Program, “The Ship for World Youth Leaders” (SWY). SWY Canada is seeking 12 young professionals to represent Canada and take part in […]