About Us

Our Purpose
To be messengers of Youth Voice to all levels and parts of the IWK
To be essential to the IWK structure and fabric
We have the power and influence to create positive change at the IWK to benefit youth and their supporters.

And our culture of working together:

Our Principles
· Dream big, set goals and persevere!
· Be respectful and honest
· Have an open minded positive attitude
· Take on only what you can do and follow it through
· Ask for help when you need it
· Be innovative and learn from your mistakes
· Have fun with purpose

Adult Supporters
This role is to help connect YAC to the IWK, keep things running smoothly and help YAC’ers accomplish their goals.

For more information contact Robin England, Patient and Family Centred Care via e-mail at Robin.England@iwk.nshealth.ca or by phone at 470.6527. Contact us with any questions about YAC.

Circle of Support
These are staff and other youth supporters who have had experience working with youth and bringing in youth voice. They help out whenever we need project assistance, extra support and guidance, connections, a ride, you name it!

Funding
A huge thanks to the IWK Auxiliary for their incredible financial support for YAC each and every year. We could not have made it to where we are without them!


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