What is Empower YOUth? Empower YOUth is BCRPA’s biennial conference designed for anyone working directly with youth and youth programming.
Every other year, over 120 professionals in the youth sector attend this conference to connect with their peers and colleagues and learn about promising practices, leading-edge programs, new tools, resources and approaches to youth programming, and critical services that can support their daily work.
New format for 2024! This year's single-track program allows all attendees to learn and interact in a central setting together. No need to choose your sessions – this year’s conference will offer a unified and consistent experience for all, whether you are attending virtually or in-person.
Who Attends Empower YOUth? Attendees at Empower YOUth include youth workers, recreational program staff, outreach workers, youth counsellors, social service workers, teachers, activists, supervisors and more.