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Meet the YAC
The development of Project Acorn has been informed and guided by a diverse group of dedicated youth volunteers who collectively make up the Youth Advisory Committee or YAC.
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Julia Cieslukowska is an 18 year old animal lover and social justice advocate. She is in her first year at Carleton U studying Social Work and hopes to one day have her Masters, travel the world and make a difference in the lives of young people, especially womyn and girls. As a younger member of the YAC and a Questioning girl, Julia brings a unique perspective to Project Acorn. She's a green-conscious vegetarian who loves to be active, learn, eat, volunteer, socialize, sing, dance, snowboard, read, write, and chill with her super cute Shih Tzu. Project Acorn really changed Julia in a positive and maturing way last year which she can't put to words or thank enough the support around her. She knows this year will be just as rewarding, and she can't wait for camp! |
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Alanna Eberlee is very excitable. She enjoys birds, trees, fresh fruit, and being a direct agent for political and social change. One of her pet issues is sexual health and wellness, and thus it brings her great satisfaction to be currently involved in two initiatives for educating youth on these topics. Since having attended Project Acorn in its kickoff year, she has become enthralled by its excellence and is now dedicated to getting her hands dirty in the name of youth empowerment. Alanna is quite determined to become more and more entangled in the business of saving the world, and looks forward to learning a lot along the way. |
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Kate Klisowsky is a 22 year old youth advisor for Project Acorn. She’s currently studying Hospitality Management at Algonquin College. She also volunteers with Rainbow Families at the Centertown Community Centre in Ottawa. She loves being involved in the community and meeting new people. Kate is super excited to take part in Project Acorn’s second year and is confident that it will continue to be a great success! |
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Curtis Laurin is 20 years old and is currently studying Geography at Carleton University. An Ottawa native, he loves the city and its vibrant queer community. Having taken part in Pink Triangle Youth and other services offered to queer youth since age 13, Curtis is thrilled to have the opportunity to give back to a community who has supported him so much over the years. This will be his second year on the YAC, and his first as one of two co-leaders. After the success of last year's first ever Project Acorn, he can't wait to see what kind of magic will happen this year! Outside of school and volunteering, Curtis loves to be with friends, keep active, take part in the arts, and read. Boardgames, remixes, riding the bus, and bright, sunny days are also among Curtis's favourite things. |
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Kayla Miller is a returning member to the YAC and a 2 time graduate of Algonquin College. She has been working within the queer community, specifically with youth for nearly five years, most notably with Pink Triangle Youth as senior coordinator and Community Engagement and Promotions coordinator for Pink Triangle Services (PTS). Kayla is excited to be back on the YAC and is excited for new Acorn adventures this year! |
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