RISE Collective

RISE Collective is a free of charge youth program that amplifies the voices of young women, and gender-diverse youth in Hamilton. This is a weekly program consisting of activities, discussions and workshops that surround what it means to RISE. 

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Reflect, 
  Rest,    Recharge I​​​​​​
Influence, 
Integrate,  ImagineS​​
Sustain, 
Support, Strategize E​​​​​​​​
Engage, 
Empower, Educate

Ready to RISE?

RISE Collective is open to girls and gender-diverse youth and runs in intervals throughout the school year. The program is open to youth aged 11-15 or 16-20. Program participants can receive volunteer hours, certificate of completion or gift card incentives.

Key Topics include but are not limited to:

• Leadership & confidence building
• Finding your strengths & identity
• Connecting with community and working as a team
• Advocating for yourself and others
• Identifying societal issues and barriers
• Guest speakers

Programming is influenced by the youth and their interests. Check back to see what RISE is up to! 

Register ​​Here  

RISE Leadership Camp 

The RISE Leadership Camp is a free of charge summer day camp offered to young women and gender diverse youth between the ages of 11-16. RISE Camp is linked to the YWCA’s year-round Youth RISE Collective and is intended to build leadership skills, enhance community, and support young change-makers.

RISE Leadership camp will include a combination of interactive skill building games, collaborative discussions and youth-led activities.

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