Youth Conference on Darfur

The conference will allow students of all backgrounds, disciplines and ages to engage in academic, professional and action-oriented discussion about the situation in Darfur. This will be the first time youth have been invited to participate in a conference on Darfur.



The format of the conference is based on the traditional model UN-style structure, but has been customized in two ways. First, participants will represent only nations, multilateral organizations, non-governmental organizations and directly afflicted parties relating to the conflict at the conference. Through this modification, we hope to have truly stimulating and positive discussion on the issues. And second, the day will be split so that 3/4 of the conference will be used to debate two pre-assigned questions among participants, while the remaining 1/4 of the event will be an interactive discussion with experts on Darfur who will give an academic perspective to the same issues discussed earlier.

When: Sunday, March 2nd 09h00-17h00
Where: Vancouver Public Library, Alice MacKay Room
Cost: FREE

For more information visit darfur2008.com, email darfur2008@gmail.com, or phone 604.294.5160.