Workshop: Career Building for Changemakers – Global Perspectives

Join us for the new Global Perspectives version of our popular Career Building for Changemakers Workshop, designed to help you leverage your degree and international experiences to build towards what’s next.

Are you interested in making a difference in your community, either local or globally? Would you like to build your capacity to create meaningful change in areas such as climate, health, equity or other issues you care about? Changemaking is about creating a more just and sustainable world for all – and regardless of your major or year of study, anyone can grow their skills and capacity as a changemaker.

During this interactive workshop, you will learn 10 career building strategies for changemakers, which will leave you feeling more excited, empowered and prepared for life beyond SFU. The workshop is from 4:30-6:00pm, followed by an optional 30-minute social time. Pizza and refreshments will be provided during the workshop!

Who Is This For?

Any students and recent grads with international experiences! This may include (but is not limited to) international students, inbound exchange students, students returning from study / work abroad, and refugee and newcomer students. Skills in changemaking are needed in every industry sector and type of role, so it really doesn’t matter what your future plans are – we all have a role to play!

What Will I Gain?

Whether you are just starting to explore ways to get involved, or want to level up your skills and leadership, this interactive session will guide you through 10 actionable strategies to support your future changemaking and career potential.

In this workshop you will:

• Identify what matters most to you and where to focus your efforts
• Explore how to leverage your global experience for future opportunities
• Learn the best strategies for building relevant connections and experience
• Explore experience-boosting volunteer, paid work and entrepreneurial opportunities
• Connect into the most helpful tools, resources and opportunities at SFU and beyond

This workshop can be counted towards the Career Ready Changemaker Program to earn recognition on your Co-Curricular Record.

How Do I Join?
Space is limited for this in-person workshop, so please sign up early!

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What Past Participants Have Said:

“The resources and practical advice for career development were amazing! I now have direction on where to turn to next and how to access support within SFU!”

“I learned that you don’t have to be extremely knowledgeable to make change, you just have to get started. I can take action, even when I don’t feel fully qualified yet.”

“The program allowed me to clearly identify what matters to me and find people who are also working on the problem I care about!”

“I appreciated the focus on equity and decolonization within changemaking work!”

“What I most appreciated about this workshop was how my unease with the world could transform into actual, meaningful work.”

“I enjoyed connecting with other students and feeling like someone could relate to my experiences.”

Presented by Career and Volunteer Services and International Services for Students