Past Youth Conferences
2022 Youth Conferences
October 2022 NFF Youth Conference
This free online event created an intentional and accessible space for youth aged 13 to 24, to discuss healthy relationships with peers, family, partners, communities, and themselves. Guided by the NFF Youth Advisory Council, the second NFF Youth Conference focused on Healthy Masculinities, examining how ideas of “being a man” affects everyone. Award-winning filmmaker and speaker Tyler Simmonds delivered the keynote, followed by a panel with representatives from White Ribbon, Western’s Centre for School Mental Health, and Thames Valley District School Board. Together, they highlighted how healthy masculinities strengthen both personal and romantic relationships.
Conference Recording
Conference Resources
London Public Library compiled two lists of resources for young adults and adults, related to healthy masculinities. Resources include books, TED Talks, podcasts and Ontario-based support services and community organizations.
Download the Young Adult Resources list | Download the Adult Resources list
March 2022 Conference Highlights
The first NFF Youth Conference, led by our passionate NFF Youth Council, Focussed on intersectionality and identity. Cofounder of Black Lives Matter Canada, Sandy Hudson, headlined a diverse lineup of speakers, followed by a Q & A session. Over 100 participants attended and praised the event for its relatable discussions, and the ways different topics were thoughtfully connected. Comments included:
- “How relatable it was – I really felt connected to the speakers and the discussions we were having.”
- “How the speakers all focused on different areas, but their topics were intricately linked. I thought the moderators did a great job moving the conversation along!”
Conference Recording
