The Nova Scotia Co-operative Youth Alliance is a provincial youth co-operative designed to promote co-operative values and practices throughout communities in Nova Scotia. Sponsored by the Nova Scotia Co-operative Council, NSCYA helps youth and co-operatives in our province develop long lasting relationship to help promote youth involvement and young membership. NSCYA assists youth and co-operatives in building strong business networks through Co-operative Leadership Seminars, Co-operative Internships, monthly meetings, Co-operative Youth Conferences and community events.
What can you expect by being a youth participant? By becoming a participant you can look forward to new experinces and adventures. Being a participant in the Nova Scotia Co-operatives Youth Alliance means you will have the opportunity to take part in 2 1/2 day Co-operative Youth Leadership Seminar. Meet young people from around the province who, like you, want to make a difference in their community. Meet co-operatives from all over Nova Scotia and learn the importance they play in maintaining a healthy balance in our local communities and local economy. All you need to do is be between the ages of 15-24, and want to get active in your community!But it doesn't end there! Become a Youth Board of Directors Representative with a co-op or Credit Union in your community and learn about the great services they provide to your community. Learn the practices and principals that make co-ops a great alternative to traditional business practices. Learn what it means to be a member, and have a say in how your local community economy. Through our youth internships: -
Become educated about the practices and daily routines involved in operating a co-operative
- Be part of great discussions and be a voice of other youth
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Have your co-operative provide you with training and experience to assist in further employment opportunities
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Provide you with the information you need to inform and educate the general public about the nature and benefits that come with being an active co-operative member
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Learn co-operative work ethics, communication, leadership, responsibility and accountability
Also come and take part in our youth events. Participants from NSCYA are always taking part in different youth events across Nova Scotia. Check out the Co-op Connection Page to see whats been happening!
The NS Co-operative Youth Alliance invites you to EDUCATE, PARTICIPATE and CO-OPERATE!
Want more information? Contact us at: NSCYA PO Box 308 North Sydney, NS B2A 2W8 902-304-4126meghanfarrell@msn.com