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Episode 2: On Food Insecruity and the World Food Programme (WFP): Interning with WFP at a Regional Bureau vs. Headquarters This episode brings together two of UNA-Canada’s International Youth Internship Programme’s (IYIP) recent alumni. Nobel Aka, who interned with WFP Senegal as their Regional Partnerships intern, and Li Feng Xie, who interned with WFP Rome as their Climate Action intern. With facilitation from the IYIP Project Officer Megan McGeough, the speakers explore the work of WFP from their different perspectives, comparing Nobel’s work with the Regional Bureau in Dakar, and Li Feng’s experience working with Headquarters in Rome. The guest speakers delve into matters of food insecurity and security in the Sahel region, and the impacts of climate change on food insecurity, as well as reflecting on episode 1’s query of the westernized nature of aid, and the need for an increased focus on regional, south-south partnerships in international development. ****** Episode 2 : L'insécurité alimentaire et le Programme alimentaire mondial (PAM) : Stage au PAM dans un bureau régional ou au siège de l'organisation Cet épisode réunit deux anciens stagiaires du Programme international de stages pour les jeunes (PISJ) de l'ACNU. Nobel Aka, qui a fait un stage au PAM Sénégal dans le cadre des partenariats régionaux, et Li Feng Xie, qui a fait un stage au PAM Rome dans le cadre de l'action climatique. Avec l'aide de Megan McGeough, responsable de projet de PSIJ, les intervenants explorent le travail du PAM de leurs différentes perspectives, comparant le travail de Nobel avec le bureau régional de Dakar et l'expérience de Li Feng avec le siège à Rome. Les intervenants se penchent sur les questions d'insécurité alimentaire et de sécurité dans la région du Sahel, ainsi que sur les impacts du changement climatique sur l'insécurité alimentaire. Ils réfléchissent également à la question de l'épisode 1 concernant la nature occidentalisée de l'aide et la nécessité de mettre davantage l'accent sur les partenariats régionaux et sud-sud dans le développement international.

Episode 1: On Gender Equality and the Gendered Implications of Climate Change This episode brings together two of UNA-Canada’s International Youth Internship Programme’s (IYIP) recent alumni. Ayak Wel, who interned with WFP Philippines as their Gender Equality intern, and Rayane Chbeir, who interned with UNCDF Fiji as their Inclusive Insurance intern. With facilitation from the IYIP Project Officer Megan McGeough, the speakers explore the gendered implications and effects of climate change, both in the Philippines and in Fiji. A particular focus is made to food security, and the impacts that climate disasters have on food insecurity, as well as the integration of female small- agricultural business owners into the market within Fiji through digital, financial inclusion. Alumni also reflect on their internship journey, and discuss critiques and queries on the modern, westernized system of international development, and the need to move towards regional partnerships. ********* Épisode 1 : L'égalité des sexes et les répercussions des changements climatiques sur les hommes et les femmes Cet épisode réunit deux anciens stagiaires du Programme de stages internationaux pour les jeunes (PSIJ) de l'ACNU. Ayak Wel, qui a fait un stage au PAM Philippines en tant que stagiaire sur l'égalité des sexes, et Rayane Chbeir, qui a fait un stage au FENU à Fidji en tant que stagiaire sur les assurances inclusives. Avec l'aide de Megan McGeough, responsable de projets pour PSIJ, les intervenants explorent les implications et les effets du changement climatique sur les hommes et les femmes, tant aux Philippines qu'à Fidji. Une attention particulière est accordée à la sécurité alimentaire et aux impacts des catastrophes climatiques sur l'insécurité alimentaire, ainsi qu'à l'intégration des femmes propriétaires de petites entreprises agricoles sur le marché fidjien grâce à l'inclusion financière numérique. Les anciens stagiaires se penchent également sur leur parcours de stage et discutent des critiques et des questions relatives au système moderne et occidental de développement international, ainsi que de la nécessité d'évoluer vers des partenariats régionaux.

In this episode, Sophia speaks to Megan Quinn, a conservation biologist and Generation SDG Impact Mentor about what it means to be an environmental steward, the importance of support and mentorship in the climate movement, and how to [re]connect with nature. Megan Quinn grew up in the industrial landscape of Northern England, and didn't fully realise her passion for nature until she moved to Canada in 2004. After graduating from Ecosystem Management Technician and Technology programs at Sir Sandford Fleming College, she worked a variety of jobs in the environmental field with a focus on the non-profit sector. Since 2018, Megan has worked as the Coordinator of Conservation Biology for Eastern Ontario, with the Nature Conservancy of Canada where she is responsible for the stewardship of over 20,000 acres of land. Megan also sits on the Young Professionals Committee for the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and on top of all that, Megan is an Impact Mentor for UNA-Canada’s Generation SDG program where she advocates for authentic youth involvement in sustainable development.

National Round Table Discussion about careers and life from our 2021-2022 Canada Green Corps - Science and Technology Internship Programme (STIP)

Join us for a special episode with CEO Jaime Webbe, Adam Dziedzic of UNA-Poland, and Elizabeth Warn of IOM Ukraine as we explore the reality of the Ukraine refugee crisis, possible future implications, and how to donate now.

Dans cet épisode de la série ODD de notre balado Entre deux drapeaux, l'animatrice Zhamila parle avec Katrina Leclerc de la Coalition Canadienne pour l’agenda Jeunes, Paix et Sécurité des droits linguistiques et de la façon dont les jeunes peuvent oeuvrer dans leur langue malgré le contexte minoritaire.

In this episode of the SDG Series of Between Two Flags, host Sophia speaks to Gabriela Caribé de Macedo Soares from the Canadian Coalition for Youth Peace and Security about the de-tokenization of youth in peacebuilding efforts.

In this episode of the SDG Series of Between Two Flags, hosts Sophia and Grant listen and react to a discussion that Sophia had on sustainable security when she was a guest on the NATO Canada podcast with Eric Jackson.

In this episode of the SDG Series of Between Two Flags, hosts Sophia and Grant had the pleasure of speaking with two Generation SDG alumni, Mashkura Tabussum Tathoye and Daniel Bersyniow. Mashkura and Daniel share their perspectives on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected them, their service initiatives, and their vision for what a post-COVID-19 world will look like for youth.

Dans cet épisode du balado Entre deux Drapeaux, notre animatrice Noémie a invité deux membres du programme Génération ODD: Ousmane, mentor, et Karyl, ambassadrice. Ils discutent de l'accueil des migrants et des moyens pour lutter contre le racisme, deux enjeux cruciaux à l'heure qu'il est.

Défis, rôles et solutions, que peuvent faire les jeunes face à la crise sanitaire?

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Derrick Meyer who kindly shared his perspectives on the planet's e-waste crisis. This discussion allowed us to learn how Derrick's work with Digital Link and Power Up The Planet contributes to addressing this issue. Before delving into the world of IT, Derrick Meyer graduated with a psychology degree from the University of Alberta. He went on to work with EMS, and later moved into the non-profit sector working at an organization helping adults with developmental disabilities. It was there that he learned the importance of establishing a great work environment, something he has brought to his current role as President of Digital Link in Edmonton. Derrick had been doing IT projects on the side while working in other industries over the start of his career. He also has a strong love of computers that stems from his childhood. Both of these factors gave him the motivation to establish his own company and build a trusted brand that helps clients with IT, social media, web development, and more. In addition to working full time with Digital Link and managing a team of sixteen employees, Derrick is the Executive Director of the non-profit initiative, Power Up The Planet, which seeks to reduce electronic waste in the community. His hope is to see the initiative grow over time and eventually become global. Derrick says that his biggest professional accomplishment thus far is that he was able to start a successful, sustainable business while having no business background, and that his family is his main motivation in life and career. Interviewer: Nathan Adams – Senior Project Officer, Green Spaces Programme, United Nations Association in Canada