Cida Internships Announced

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June 21, 2011

OTTAWA, Ontario ―To celebrate National Aboriginal Day, the Honourable Beverley J. Oda, Minister of International Cooperation, today announced the eight organizations selected to deliver the first round of internships under the International Aboriginal Youth Internships (IAYI) initiative

"Aboriginal youth have extensive knowledge, experience and skills that can contribute to the success of international development projects," said Minister Oda. "These internships will enrich the lives of Aboriginal youth from across Canada by providing them with opportunities to increase their awareness and understanding of international development issues, while enhancing their skills for employment."

Joined by representatives from the Canadian organizations selected under the IAYI, national aboriginal organizations and a number of Aboriginal youth, Minister Oda invited Aboriginal youth from across Canada to join international development efforts by applying for internships in developing countries with the selected organizations.

"Our government is committed to supporting the development and growth of Aboriginal youth," said the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada. "I welcome today's announcement on National Aboriginal Day. It will be a great opportunity for youth to gain unique insights and international experience".

Up to 63 Aboriginal youth from across Canada will have the opportunity to work abroad this year, enhancing their knowledge of issues that touch people in developing countries, while increasing their ability to promote international development work here in Canada.

This initiative is a component of CIDA's new Global Citizens Program launched in July 2010, which aims to engage and mobilize Canadians as global citizens to participate in international development initiatives.

The Government of Canada's investment in the internships announced today totals $941,331.

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