Tuka was a thoughtful volunteer… I happily endorse Tuka as a promising young leader, who deserves an opportunity for growth and skills development — they have proven youth can and DO make a difference!

Sydney AttwoodYouth Engagement Coordinator at Volunteer Action Center Waterloo Region

Tuka has many strengths that she contributed to EPYC! She is very artistic, an attentive listener, and open to sharing. She got out of her comfort zone by contributing to the team presentation, and worked well as a teammember. She was also the top point-earner for the ‘in-between games’ activities!

Silvia & LuckyEPYC Group Facilitators

She [Tuka] is always willing to participate in youth engagement opportunities with other community organizations and ensure the voice of young people are represented. She is always willing to help where needed and take on additional tasks. I’ve appreciated having Tuka on KYAC and look forward to continuing to work with her in the coming session!

Dannon VaseyYouth Services Coordinator at City of Kitchener (KYAC)

Tuka represented Waterloo Region and CYPT at the session and provided valuable insights and ideas which will help shape the survey launch in communities across Waterloo Region. Tuka also supported UNICEF Canada and communities across Canada in brainstorming effective strategies to promote the survey, and shape messaging around the importance of youth participation. We appreciate Tuka’s support with this project!

Joana LinchoYouth Engagement in Systems Lead at Carizon Family and Community Services and CYPT

Tuka Alarbi participated in the Children and Youth Planning Table’s youTHINK event… to bring young people into the process of designing a survey that will aim to better understand the experiences of children and youth in Waterloo Region, and how to improve wellbeing.

Monika BodemerProgram Assistant at Children and Youth Planning Table