Nerd-Out YPS is a podcast by the Canadian Coalition for Youth, Peace & Security, dedicated to unpacking the complexities of YPS policies. Hosted by Katrina Leclerc, the podcast delves into critical discussions on how YPS policies are shaped, implemented, and challenged at regional, national, and global levels. Each episode features expert insights on policy trends, obstacles, and opportunities to institutionalize the YPS agenda, offering a deeper understanding of the role of youth in peace and security frameworks.

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Season 2 is live! 🎙️ Hosted by Katrina Leclerc with guest co-host Blanche Monabeka, this special four-part mini-series is a collaboration between the Canadian Coalition for Youth, Peace & Security (CCYPS) and the Network for Religious and Traditional Peacemakers. It explores how youth—across all their intersectional identities—are leading innovative responses at the nexus of climate, peace and security in their communities. Through rich interviews, the series highlights youth contributions across prevention, response and recovery, while also examining how faith, doctrine and belief shape young people’s approaches to peacebuilding. 

 

Stream season 2 now!