Urban ReVision BIPOC Mentorship Studio Logo with and a public eye graphic with a skyline in it

This cohort program is designed for BIPOC youth aged 18 to 30 who are passionate about shaping the future of their city. The program aims to increase diversity in the urban planning profession and empower BIPOC youth who may encounter significant barriers to accessing and influencing professional civic spaces throughout Metro Vancouver.

Overview

Throughout the Urban ReVision program, participants will…

  • Learn about the multi-faceted aspects of urban planning and civic governance, legacies of racism and colonialism in planning, as well as careers in these fields;

  • Meet with mentors, BIPOC professionals who support participants to learn about explore potential career pathways and local issues;

  • Work on projects about local urban issues, in collaboration with peers and in partnership with urban planners. The project component intends to provide an opportunity for youth to put on their “planning hat”, to think critically of planning processes, and understand how local decisions are made through experiential learning.

Knowledge to Action

Our Knowledge to Action framework breaks down barriers by building skills from the ground up—no prior experience needed. Through hands-on learning and real-world experience, participants gain the confidence and tools they need to take meaningful action.

FAQs

  • In order to make all our programs as accessible to everyone, there is ZERO cost to participant (in fact, we even have honoraria available!)

  • The Urban ReVision program is designed and delivered by a team of young BIPOC facilitators including one CityHive staff member, a co-lead facilitator, and support facilitators.

  • We’re grateful to work with a number of phenomenal BIPOC professionals working across the sector who support this program with their time, energy, and advice. Each cohort has a slightly different mix of mentors working in the fields of planning, engagement, local and Indigenous government, etc.

Testimonials

  • “Collaborating with like-minded individuals from 18-30 years old in different stages of their life is a blessing. I genuinely could connect with many people’s hopes and aspirations for a better city. And despite our many similarities in our visions for the future, it’s so amazing to see how many different fields and backgrounds we come from. This cohort never failed to be an inclusive and kind space for people to grow and learn. I’m so proud of my peers – wherever they go off to next, I’m sure I’ll see them around.”

    Cohort 1 participant

  • “This program has connected me to so many changemakers in a city that felt very vast and disconnected. I’ve been able to build strong friendships, and learn about different career potentials by the BEST mentors and facilitators.”

    Cohort 1 participant

  • “I’m so glad I applied for this program. It was a fantastic opportunity to engage with like minded young BIPOC, make connections and really feel like being part of a community. I was able to learn so much in such a short time about planning, our civic systems and how I fit into them as a citizen. I highly recommend signing up for the program if you’re interested in learning about and improving our built environments and make some great friends along the way”

    Cohort 1 participant

Thank you to our Urban ReVision supporters!

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Want to learn more?

Contact Vicky

Vicky in the BIPOC Mentorship Program Coordinator. Reach out to learn more about this program and opportunities to get involved as a partner, mentor, or participant!

vicky@cityhive.ca

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