Developing Leadership and Civic Engagement

Our program is designed to:

• Build leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
• Encourage civic engagement and community participation
• Foster social responsibility and volunteerism
• Promote youth-led decision-making and governance
• Empower youth to create meaningful and lasting impact

By providing mentorship, resources, and opportunities for growth, we help young people develop the confidence and skills needed to lead with purpose.

Mental Health and Youth Well-Being

Supporting youth mental health and well-being is a central focus of our work. Through youth-led initiatives and educational programs, participants engage in meaningful discussions around mental health, resilience, emotional wellness, trauma awareness, healthy relationships, and personal development. These initiatives aim to uplift youth, reduce stigma surrounding mental health, and create safe, inclusive spaces where young people can connect, learn, and support one another.

Annual Mental Health Expo

Each year, the Youth Leadership Collective organizes a Mental Health Expo to engage youth in meaningful conversations about mental health and well-being. The event promotes mental health awareness, reduces stigma, connects youth with community resources, and empowers young people to support positive mental wellness in their communities.

Community Impact in Action

Youth participants take an active role in designing and leading initiatives that address community needs, promote inclusion, and strengthen social connections. Through volunteerism, advocacy, and service projects, they gain valuable experience while making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Each year, youth leaders organize impactful community initiatives, including the Eid Treat Boxes Project, which spreads joy to families while supporting humanitarian causes. These experiences strengthen leadership skills, encourage compassion, and demonstrate the power of youth-driven change.

Campus Engagement

To further expand youth leadership opportunities, Maskan youth have established a student club at the University of Calgary. The club serves as a platform for students to connect, collaborate, and engage in leadership development, community service, mental health advocacy, and social initiatives. Through campus-based programming, students build meaningful networks while contributing to positive change both on campus and within the broader community.

Building Resilient Youth, Building Stronger Communities

Through ongoing leadership, mental health, community service, and advocacy initiatives, Maskan continues to invest in youth as the leaders, innovators, and changemakers of tomorrow. By empowering youth to lead, serve, and support one another, we are building stronger, healthier, and more connected communities for the future.