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“Shape the future with us—driven by purpose, guided by care, and powered by action.”
— Global Shapers

Global Shapers YEG

Edmonton, Canada

Global Shapers is a volunteering initiative of the World Economic Forum. Becoming a part of Global Shapers means joining a network of hubs across the world developed and led by young people who desire to make a contribution to their communities. We are entrepreneurs, thought-leaders, professionals, parents, students, and Edmontonians united by our common desire to build a more peaceful and inclusive world.

What It Means to Be a Global Shaper?

Are you ready to make a difference in your community while growing as a leader? The Global Shapers Community (GSC) – an initiative of the World Economic Forum – is a dynamic network of young people around the world who are driving positive change in their cities by initiating local projects that are important to us. Join a global group of changemakers to make your impact today. 

You’ll have the chance to:

  • Collaborate with passionate young leaders locally and globally

  • Develop leadership, project management, and teamwork skills

  • Take part in meaningful community initiatives that create lasting impact (areas of community impact includes but are not limited to: climate, education, employment, diversity and inclusion) 

  • Opportunity to travel and attend Global Shapers summit, conferences and retreats 

  • Access a worldwide network of innovators and change-drivers 

  • Access workshops, online resources and opportunities to build your changemaker toolkit 

  • To join Global Shapers as a youth leader, the World Economic Forum has mandated the following requirements: 

    • You are between 18–27 years old at the time of application 

    • You live in Edmonton or the surrounding area 

    • You can commit to regular meetings and actively contribute to a project or committee

    • You are eager to work together to make a difference in our community

    • We have regular monthly meetings that occur in hybrid format but in-person attendance is highly encouraged to foster connection. 

    • The occurrence of project meetings and commitment are dependent on the project needs. 

    • The engagement aspect is an important component of our Hub so we have monthly/bi-monthly social events for team-bonding purposes. 

  • Global Shapers does require a membership fee of $36 per quarter (annual fee equals to $144). If you foresee challenges in membership fee, we can discuss potential workarounds.

  • Membership in the Global Shapers Community continues until the age of 30, at which point members transition into our Alumni network. Members may also become an alumnus after 5 years of active participation in the hub. Once you join, we encourage ongoing participation so that both you and our hub can make the most of the experience. We understand that life circumstances can change, and membership is designed to be flexible to support your needs while still fostering meaningful engagement.

Roles and Responsibilities

    • Create and manage marketing contents – plan, create, and share engaging posts across all Global Shapers social media channels.

    • Drive engagement – help design and carry out effective marketing campaigns that boost the hub’s visibility and engagement.

    • Support impact projects – contribute to (or lead) initiatives through creative marketing efforts to increase community awareness and engagement

    • Manage finances – prepare the annual budget and oversee day-to-day financial operations for the hub.

    • Ensure compliance – file the annual return with the Government of Alberta and keep records up to date.

    • Secure funding – research, prepare, and request grant funding to support hub initiatives.

    • Support impact projects – contribute to (or lead) community-focused initiatives through the management of initiative funding and finances

    • Meeting Records – schedule monthly meetings, organize agendas, and take minutes. 

    • Admin Management – organize and maintain collaborative platforms like Google Drive and WhatsApp to ensure ease of access and effective working environment 

    • Admin Support  – ensure that all members have access to the right tools and resources that they need

    • Support impact projects – contribute to (or lead) community projects

    • Help shape local impact projects – support members in planning, running, and sharing initiatives that improve the community.

    • Grow your own skills – take part in training to strengthen project design, strategy, and measurement.

    • Coach and advise others – offer guidance and practical tips so members can deliver projects that are effective, inclusive, and measurable.

    • Keep projects on track – make sure initiatives follow global standards while staying relevant to local needs.

    • Manage recruitment cycles – coordinate outreach, applications, and selection processes for new members.

    • Oversee onboarding – organize orientation sessions and resources to integrate new members smoothly.

    • Maintain membership records – track applications, status, and member information accurately.

    • Support member engagement – ensure ongoing communication and follow-up to keep members active and informed.

Who You Are?

  • Organized and driven – you take initiative and manage your responsibilities with confidence.

  • Eager to grow – you’re excited to apply your skills while learning and developing new ones.

  • Leadership-minded – you’re open to opportunities that help you build and strengthen your leadership potential.

  • Collaborative and reliable – you work well with others, contribute to the team, and can deliver independently when needed.

  • Community-focused – you care deeply about making a positive difference and challenging the status quo.

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Questions or concerns?globalshapersyeg@gmail.com