YD Take Over: Join a Committee. Be a Leader.
Sorry to say YD has been bought out due to the recession.
Just playing. But YD WILL be CHANGING.
Find out about YD’s restructuring, how YD has changed and how YOU can change YD. If you have a vision, opinions or ideas about YD we want to hear from YOU!
*************** Come to the “YD Take Over: Join a Committee. Be a Leader” meeting ***************
When: Saturday, Dec 19, 2009
Where: 358 Dufferin Street – between Dufferin and Queen (the NEW YD office)
Time: 2 pm SHARP!
For more information check out our video featuring our Young Dips.
YD End of Summer BASH!

It's the end of the summer which means everyone is gearing up to go back to school, work, or just hibernate. But before you do, Young Diplomats is making sure you have one last chance to reunite for some good ol' fashion fun.
Don't miss Young Diplomats' End of Summer BASH! This Saturday August 22nd at our new office space! (358 Dufferin St.)
There will be lots of free food, music, games, a chance to re-connect with past and present YDers, and.....IT's A PHOTOSHOOT!
SUMMER CAMP UPDATE: Everything You Need to Know!
Hey YD!
As most of you know, YD’s Annual Summer Leadership Camp is soon approaching and so are the deadlines. This year promises to be a blast and we are all excited to get to Muskoka and do what we know how to do best – have a ton of fun!
We wanted to make all the application and deadline information clearer so you will find a summary of everything you need to know to take part in the most exciting event of the summer. WE STILL HAVE SPACES AVAILABLE…BUT YOU NEED TO APPLY!
DEADLINES:
• AUGUST 1st: All applications must be in. This includes your permission form, Muskoka form, and answer to the YD Question
• AUGUST 14th: This is when you will hear from us about whether or not we can take you to camp this year.
• AUGUST 22nd: Parent’s Information Day. On this day all parents of youth going to camp will be invited to YD’s office to get information about camp and get any questions answered. More info on this to come.
• AUGUST 30th – SEPTEMBER 2nd: CAMP!!
SUBMITTING APPLICATION:
• EMAIL: If you can scan your permission forms and if your application is written then you can email your entire application to: camp09@youngdiplomats.org
• FAX: We apologize for all of the complications regarding the fax machine. Applications can be faxed to: 416-644-0116
• DROP OFF: If you do not have access to a scanner or fax machine, or need to submit something that is not written then you can bring it to YD’s Tutoring Location @ 3040 Danforth Ave. on August 1st from 1:00pm-3:00pm or email us to arrange a personal drop off.
COMPLETING APPLICATION:
• We wanted to make this year’s application more fun so we asked you what you would do if you were a YD staff. Tell us however you want to.
• We are happy to accept your answer in written format but if you are not comfortable with writing your answer then you can choose any other format.
• Do you have questions about the application? Are you confused about The YD Question? Do you need some help before you submit it? No problem, just email Nathaniel@youngdiplomats.org before the deadline.
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For more information about summer camp and to download the forms visit: http://www.youngdiplomats.org/camp09/camp09.html
3rd Annual Tibs @ the Beach!

Its that time of year again....YD's 3rd Annual Tibs (BBQ) @ the Beach.
New & Old YDers Welcome!!
YD is Hiring an Administrative Coordinator - Deadline: August 14, 2009
YD is seeking a dynamic, committed, and skilled individual to become the organization’s first Administrative Coordinator. The Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining strong office systems that ensure the responsible management of YD.
5th Annual Selam Youth Festival - This Weekend!
YD is proud to partner with the Selam Youth Festival to host a reception with refreshments on Sunday July 19th - also, come visit our table at the festival on Friday July 17th!!
Created in 2004, the Selam Youth Festival was created with a mission for young people to celebrate our community spirit and talents. Also, this event is a platform to creatively address the rising rate of HIV in the Ethiopian + Eritrean communities.
Sizzlin Summer Series Begins! Register now for our first workshop: "Ethiopian Dance 101"
Click here to fill out registration form [check your pop-up blocker if you are having trouble].

YD SUMMER LEADERSHIP CAMP 2009 APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE!

GO TO THE WEBSITE: http://www.youngdiplomats.org/camp09/camp09.html TO GET THE APPILICATION and all other information! All information is provided in the “Application & Criteria” document. Please make sure to read everything CAREFULLY and fill out the application appropriately and to the best of your ability.

