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1834 TALKS
1834 Talks is a podcast produced by Operation Black Vote Canada (OBVC) and the 1834 Foundation. Named after the year the Slavery Abolition Act was enacted in Canada, the 1834 Foundation, with the support of OBVC, is committed to empowering Canadian Black youth through programs such as the 1834 Fellowship, 1834 Global, and 1834 Debates. These programs are aimed at educating and nurturing Black youth development in civic leadership and public policy.
Tune in to our podcast for authentic conversations featuring 1834 alumni engaging with prominent figures from Canadian politics and public policy, along with fellow alumni, providing valuable insights and perspectives.
1834 TALKS
Vote 16: Championing Youth Voting Rights
Tune in to hear 1834 Fellowship alumna Donneton Brown discuss Vote16Canada, the groundbreaking movement and Senate bill to lower Canada's federal voting age to 16. In this episode, Donneton explores the importance of the Vote 16 bill, the evidence supporting it, and the bill's significance for Black youth. Additionally, learn about the inaugural Vote 16 Summit that Donneton is organizing as part of her work in Senator Marilou McPhedran’s office!
Mark your calendars for Canada’s first Vote 16 Summit on May 29th, 2024, taking place in Ottawa and virtually! Click the link below to register for free.
Vote 16 Summit Registration
Host: Iyanu Soyege
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