In every community, there are voices waiting to be heard, talents waiting to be discovered, and dreams waiting to be nurtured. At YYWC (Yes Youth and Women Can), our mission is simple: to create platforms, programs, and partnerships that unlock the potential of youth and women across Canada and the African diaspora.

Founded on the belief that leadership starts at the grassroots, YYWC is more than a nonprofit — it’s a movement rooted in recognition, opportunity, and legacy.

Our “Why”: What Drives Us

Too often, youth and women doing impactful work go unseen. Entrepreneurs struggle to find space. Cultural identities are left out of mainstream narratives. Community builders burn out without support.

YYWC exists to:

• Celebrate excellence where it’s often overlooked
• Provide access to economic and social opportunities
• Empower identity through culture, heritage, and storytelling
• Build networks that turn local ideas into national influence

Whether it’s a vendor selling their first product or a leader receiving their first award, we show up to lift them up.

Our Impact (2024–2025 Snapshot)

• 3000+ total attendees across our three major events
• 30+ vendors and exhibitors supported
• 50+ awardees recognized for their work
• 10+ community and institutional partners
• 200+ media assets (photos, interviews, recaps) produced
• Audiences from across Ontario, Alberta, and global diaspora hubs

We’re growing — not just in numbers, but in depth, diversity, and direction.

Our Ecosystem of Support

Behind every YYWC event is a network of:

• Volunteers giving their time and creativity
• Sponsors and funders who believe in impact
• Media teams capturing legacy in motion
• Community leaders who champion visibility
• Local and global partners who help us scale

We don’t just work for the community — we work with the community.

Our Vision for the Future

YYWC is building toward:

• A national fellowship program for youth and women innovators
• Mentorship circles connecting elders, professionals, and students
• A digital storytelling lab capturing diaspora experiences
• A community grant fund to support grassroots businesses and artists
• Year-round programming across multiple Canadian provinces

We’re just getting started — and we’re inviting changemakers, funders, and collaborators to help us write the next chapter.

At YYWC, We don’t just empower people. We recognize them. Equip them. Celebrate them. Connect them. And walk with them.