Afghan Youth Engagement and Development Initiative

Afghan Youth Engagement and Development Initiative (AYEDI) is a federally registered non-partisan, non-profit organization that aims to build the mental, social, and community health of Afghan youth in Canada through civic engagement, community leadership, and mentorship opportunities. Their focus is on providing opportunities for and building the capacity of Afghan-Canadian youth to express their voices and be heard. AYEDI partners with TakingITGlobal’s #RisingYouth Program to launch the only Afghan-focused community impact incubator of its kind in Canada. The Afghan Community Impact Incubator (ACII) provides Afghan youth-led participants with financial support to implement community service projects across Canada. The program offers support in the following areas: Up to $1500 in #RisingYouth funding, project ideation and design advice, grant writing and application support, project launch guidance and follow up support and guidance, end of program project showcase, and a network of