Future Achievers Forum
Canada’s National Leadership Summit for Black & Indigenous Youth
One week. One city. One powerful cohort of changemakers.
What Is the Future Achievers Forum?
The Future Achievers Forum is Canada’s premier national, in-person leadership summit for Black and Indigenous youth. In partnership with the University of Ottawa, we bring together 10-15 emerging changemakers from across the country for a week of learning, self-reflection, and community connection in Ottawa.
All travel, accommodations, and meals are fully covered — so participants can focus on what matters most: growing, building, and leading.
We learn by doing, equipping youth with the tools to lead from where they are — while building lasting relationships with peers, mentors, and movement leaders.
Each year is guided by a powerful theme:
2023: Honouring land, legacy, and leadership
2024: Advancing systems change through joy, resistance, and storytelling
2025: Shared histories, leadership, and shaping tomorrow together
Now in its third year, the Future Achievers Forum has supported 24 youth leaders across 8 provinces.
The Forum is open to Black and Indigenous youth who:
Are between 14 and 18 years old
Are interested in social justice and creating positive change
Have shown a commitment to community
Are excited to connect with other youth leaders from across Canada
Eligibility
Supervision & Support
Our dedicated team will provide 24/7 supervision and will be on-site to welcome you, guide you, and answer any questions you may have about university life, leadership, or anything in between..
The team includes:
Our project management team, who coordinate the Forum and lead the workshops and learning sessions.
Our team leaders — Black and Indigenous University aged students.
