We have invited
* youth between the ages of 15 and 19 from countries throughout the Americas, who are interested in discovering what they have in common.
* youth who would like to talk about social issues, equal rights and equal opportunities for all.
* youth who would like to network and work together to achieve practical, concrete results.
* youth who lack opportunities to access international programs because of a variety of barriers, such as low income, race, ethnicity, language, geography and family situation...


The Youth Forum is a 7-day international youth conference, taking place in Quebec City, Canada, March 5-11,2001. During the Forum, youth from all over the Americas identify their common values, issues and concerns. They will prepare a report to be circulated to international agencies and governments, which will outline an action plan for achieving practical concrete results, in which they can play a role. Young people will be able to expand their horizons, their skills and influence happenings on a global and local level. They will learn, work, and play together in a community atmosphere, with the chance to share music, art, stories, values and beliefs. They will work together in three different languages: English, French and Spanish in small group discussions and plenary sessions.


The Youth Forum occurs one month before the Summit of the Americas where the leaders of the Americas will gather in Quebec City. The Youth Forum creates the opportunity for youth to define their priorities and set out a vision to send to the leaders of the Summit.

The Youth Forum of the Americas is created and organized by The Students Commission of Canada, in partnership with Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada. and Exchanges Canada, a part of the Department of Canadian Heritage.