The National Youth Anti-Racism Network (NYAN) aims to contribute to the promotion of an equitable society, whose diversity is a source of strength in facing the challenges of the future. NYAN is a youth-led network, bringing together Canadian youths of all backgrounds to provide a crucial, united...
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The National Youth Anti-Racism Network (NYAN) aims to contribute to the promotion of an equitable society, whose diversity is a source of strength in facing the challenges of the future. NYAN is a youth-led network, bringing together Canadian youths of all backgrounds to provide a crucial, united and national youth voice on anti-racism issues.

NYAN encourages young Canadians to mobilize to combat racism and discrimination, with a particular emphasis on the participation of Aboriginal youth and youth racialized communities. It is a call for action to combat racism and shall serve to complement the outstanding work being done throughout the country at local, regional, provincial and national levels by organizations, governments, private sector actors and individuals who are committed to fighting racism.


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The goal of NYAN is to ensure that there is a place of respect for every member of society - regardless of race and/or religious backgrounds - and that youth contribute in a meaningful way to eliminate barriers to equitable participation and opportunity of all members of Canadian society.
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The goal of NYAN is to ensure that there is a place of respect for every member of society - regardless of race and/or religious backgrounds - and that youth contribute in a meaningful way to eliminate barriers to equitable participation and opportunity of all members of Canadian society.

NYAN supports the tenet that “with every right comes a responsibility” - this is why we believe that youth in this country can provide a positive contribution to the well-being of everyone and build a society where one’s heritage is a source of pride and inspiration.

NYAN is a youth advocacy network and clearing house on anti-racism and discrimination issues, built on effective and active partnerships with local, regional, provincial, national and international organizations, governments, private sector actors, individuals and communities to support and encourage processes of critical youth engagement and leadership.

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NYAN will fulfill its mission and mandate by carrying out the following activities:

• Creating opportunities for youth to participate in national and international programs, projects and initiatives on anti-racism, human rights, and social justice issues.

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NYAN will fulfill its mission and mandate by carrying out the following activities:

• Creating opportunities for youth to participate in national and international programs, projects and initiatives on anti-racism, human rights, and social justice issues.

• Increasing education and engagement of youth in anti-racism through NYAN online networks, e-bulletins and various conferences/events.

• Facilitating meaningful participation in anti-racism organizations.

• Sharing resources for youth on anti-racism and establishing a Youth Speakers Bureau to facilitate efforts to mobilize youth to take action on combating racism and discrimination.

• Developing the capacities and leadership of Aboriginal youth and youth of ethno-cultural backgrounds to promote cultural and racial diversity. NYAN will fulfill its mission and mandate by carrying out the following activities:

• Creating opportunities for youth to participate in national and international programs, projects and initiatives on anti-racism, human rights, and social justice issues.

• Increasing education and engagement of youth in anti-racism through NYAN online networks, e-bulletins and various conferences/events.

• Facilitating meaningful participation in anti-racism organizations.

• Sharing resources for youth on anti-racism and establishing a Youth Speakers Bureau to facilitate efforts to mobilize youth to take action on combating racism and discrimination.

• Developing the capacities and leadership of Aboriginal youth and youth of ethno-cultural backgrounds to promote cultural and racial diversity.

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