National Youth Council - Application Form

Thank you for your interest in applying to Second Harvest's National Youth Council. Prior to starting your application, please ensure you have an updated resume available to upload. It is recommended to complete your application all at one time, as your progress cannot be saved. Applicants must be between the ages of 18-25 in order to qualify.

Second Harvest strongly encourages applications from all candidates, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. Second Harvest is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. Please let us know if you require any accommodations. The application will remain open until November 12, 2024 or until all council positions have been filled.

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* Full Name:

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* Preferred Email Address:

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* Preferred Phone Number:

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* City:

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* Province/Territory:

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* Are you between the ages of 18-25 years old?

Yes

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* What is your preferred language for verbal and written communications?

(Please note that council meetings and ongoing communications will be in English).

English

French

Other

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* Please provide any social media handles you would like to share with us: (optional)

Instagram

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* Please select the top three council positions you are interested in applying for:

President: With support from the Second Harvest staff lead, the President will guide initiatives and project deliverables of the council, and will serve as the primary representative for the youth council in Second Harvest's mission to reduce food waste.

Vice-President: The Vice President will support the President in leading the council, facilitating meetings, and helping to develop strategies that promote youth engagement in Second Harvest’s initiatives.

Secretary: The Secretary will manage council documentation, maintain records of meetings and decisions, and ensure effective communication among council members and stakeholders.

Advocacy Lead: The Advocacy Lead will develop strategies to help make Second Harvest's research engaging for youth audiences, and work to amplify youth voices on critical policies affecting food waste.

Communications & Marketing Lead: The Communications & Marketing Lead will create and implement communication strategies that promote council activities, raise awareness about food waste, and engage youth audiences through various media platforms.

Member-At-Large: Members at Large will actively participate in council activities, contribute perspectives on food waste issues, and support the development of initiatives that engage youth in Second Harvest’s mission.

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* What motivated you to apply for the National Youth Council?

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* Why do you feel passionate about addressing issues related to food waste?

Please share a specific experience or moment that inspired you.

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* What skills or experience would you bring to the council that you believe will contribute to our mission?

(ex. leadership, advocacy, community engagement, etc.)

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* What innovative ideas do you have for increasing youth engagement with Second Harvest's mission?

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* Between January 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025, are you able to commit approximately 3 hours per week towards the youth council?

Yes

Maybe (please explain any constraints)

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* Is there any additional information you would like to share that is relevant to your application?

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* Please upload your resume:

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National Youth Council - Application Form

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* Full Name:

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* Preferred Email Address:

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* Preferred Phone Number:

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* City:

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* Province/Territory:

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* Are you between the ages of 18-25 years old?

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* What is your preferred language for verbal and written communications? (Please note that council meetings and ongoing communications will be in English).

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* Please provide any social media handles you would like to share with us: (optional)

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* Please select the top three council positions you are interested in applying for:

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* What motivated you to apply for the National Youth Council?

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* Why do you feel passionate about addressing issues related to food waste? Please share a specific experience or moment that inspired you.

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* What skills or experience would you bring to the council that you believe will contribute to our mission?(ex. leadership, advocacy, community engagement, etc.)

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* What innovative ideas do you have for increasing youth engagement with Second Harvest's mission?

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* Between January 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025, are you able to commit approximately 3 hours per week towards the youth council?

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* Is there any additional information you would like to share that is relevant to your application?

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* Please upload your resume:

* What is your preferred language for verbal and written communications?

(Please note that council meetings and ongoing communications will be in English).

* Why do you feel passionate about addressing issues related to food waste?

Please share a specific experience or moment that inspired you.

* What skills or experience would you bring to the council that you believe will contribute to our mission?

(ex. leadership, advocacy, community engagement, etc.)