Empowering today’s youth to become tomorrow’s leaders.
95%
Education & Career Development – youth reported increased confidence in their career readiness and academic skills.
85%
Leadership & Personal Growth – Participants developed stronger leadership, communication, and teamwork abilities
90%
Digital & Innovation Skills – youth improved their digital literacy, coding, and technology problem-solving skills.
Programs & Services
Entrepreneurship Education
We believe that entrepreneurship is not just about starting a business—it’s about building confidence, creativity, and leadership. Our Entrepreneurship Education program empowers youth to think like innovators, identify opportunities, and turn their ideas into action.
Leadership & Personal Growth
Our Leadership & Personal Growth programs are designed to help youth unlock their full potential and become confident, responsible, and inspired leaders. Through engaging workshops, mentorship, and real-world experiences, participants develop critical skills.
Digital & Innovation Skills
In a world driven by technology, equipping youth with digital and innovation skills is essential for their success. Our programs provide hands-on learning experiences that teach coding, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other emerging technologies in a way that is engaging and accessible.
Who We Are
Black Canadian Youth Initiative (BCYI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Black youth and inspiring hope for their future through a variety of programs. We are committed to equipping young people with the tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to succeed in school, careers, and life.
Through education, mentorship, and skill-building programs, we create a supportive and inclusive environment where youth can explore their passions, develop critical skills, and achieve their full potential. Our commitment is to nurture confident, resilient, and empowered young leaders who can make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
We offer a variety of programs that focus on academic achievement, career readiness, digital literacy, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth. By combining hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world experiences, we help youth build confidence, resilience, and a growth mindset.
Board Directors
Terence Sakwe
Gwendoline Moki
Ernesto Kalema
“As President of Black Canadian Youth Initiative, I proudly affirm our commitment to empowering youth to discover their talents and become future leaders and innovators.”
Terence Sakwe
President
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We offer a variety of programs that focus on academic achievement, career readiness, digital literacy, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth.