# Event Details - **Event Name**: (CALGARY) Rooted & Rising - Youth Leadership Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Exploring identity, purpose and collective power.About this EventLeadership isn't just about titles. It's about knowing who you are, building connections, and having the confidence to create change.This summer, Africa Centre's Ujima Youth Fellowship Program invites you to Rooted & Rising, a one-day experience designed to empower, equip, and connect the next generation of leaders.Whether you're exploring your future, growing your career, or looking for a community that believes in your potential, you'll leave with practical insights, valuable relationships, and opportunities that extend beyond the event.Bringing together young people, professionals, entrepreneurs, and community organizations, the summit creates space for powerful conversations on identity, leadership, wellness, and the future of work.What You'll ExperienceKeynote PresentationHear from a leader whose story will challenge and motivate you to think bigger about your own journey.Panel DiscussionJoin conversations on identity, wellness, career growth, leadership, technology, and the future of work.Networking & Opportunity FairMeet employers, mentors, community organizations, and programs offering internships, jobs, mentorship, and resources designed to support young people.Ujima Fellowship Cohort GraduationCelebrate the achievements of emerging leaders and be inspired by what's possible when community invests in youth.RSVP for this FREE event and discover what’s possible when you invest in your growth, expand your network, and lead with purpose.AgendaNetworking Session IInfo: Guests, partner organizations, and youth will connect informally and visit tables from organizations, employers, colleges, and service providers.Opening Reflection + Youth StoryInfo: A Ujima Fellowship alumna will share a personal story of struggle, growth, identity, and opportunity.Keynote AddressPanel Discussion: Opportunity EngineInfo: Discussions will be centred on Wellness & Identity, Career & the Future of Work, Leading as a Youth and Technology & Opportunity.Ujima Fellowship Cohort 7 Graduation - Awards PresentationNetworking Session IIInfo: Guests, partner organizations, and youth will connect informally and visit tables from organizations, employers, colleges, and service providers. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/calgary/calgary-rooted-and-rising-youth-leadership-summit/100001993380286096 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Calgary - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: Platform Innovation Centre - **lat**: 51.04424969999999 - **long**: -114.0556833 - **full address**: Platform Innovation Centre, 407 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: (CALGARY) Rooted & Rising - Youth Leadership Summit - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/05e4350757332c37e74b7a64e803a78bc15a026c074003f8be048a68d1b53c33-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2c4ca7-gmir.jpg?v=1784950416 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is (CALGARY) Rooted & Rising - Youth Leadership Summit being held? - **A:** (CALGARY) Rooted & Rising - Youth Leadership Summit takes place on Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Platform Innovation Centre, 407 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing (CALGARY) Rooted & Rising - Youth Leadership Summit? - **A:** (CALGARY) Rooted & Rising - Youth Leadership Summit is organized by Africa Centre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** (CALGARY) Rooted & Rising - Youth Leadership Summit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Calgary, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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