United Way Winnipeg Youth

Get Something Started

In 2005, United Way started to offer something new that’s geared toward younger students in Grades 7 and 8 who are interested in learning about leadership and community volunteerism. The Get Something Started Workshop is a touring workshop that’s facilitated by high school students. It was created by high school students, too. The purpose of [...]

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Student Leadership Conference

One of United Way’s most established youth initiatives, the Student Leadership Conference is geared towards students in Grades 9 through 12. Organized by a core group of 8 to 10 youth every year, the conference features youth-led workshops and illuminating presentations on volunteerism, leadership, and fundraising among other topics. The Student Leadership Conference has proven [...]

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Student Community Service Award

Youth volunteers are making great things happen in Winnipeg. They are leaders in our community, and United Way is proud to celebrate their contributions. This award goes to one Grade 11 student in each participating high school in Winnipeg. Award recipients are youth who set an example by: Volunteering – investing their time, energy and [...]

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