The ZONE emerged out of the Global Learning Action Network (GLAN), which is an initiative that’s facilitated by the BCCIC (BC Council for International Cooperation). 

Vancouver Make Poverty History Walk

2007 Vancouver Make Poverty History Walk
Engineers Without Borders photo event, encouraging the Canadian government to make good on our commitment to giving 0.7% of our GDP to aid.

 

Mission:

"To collaboratively develop and promote learning, skill building and social action opportunities and resources for youth and educators throughout BC.”

What is the Global Learning Action Network (GLAN)?

The GLAN was created in 2005, it was a group of youth educators, youth organizations and service providers and youth who are passionate about global, social and environmental issues. We came together to form a network to share resources, tools, and skills.

What is the BC Council for International Cooperation (BCCIC)?

The BCCIC is a coalition of non-governmental organizations operating locally and globally, to achieve sustainable human development. The council is committed to international cooperation in two ways: First, BCCIC is a membership-based organization and supports its members with networking opportunities, information sharing, training, and represents their interests when dealing with government and others. Secondly, BCCIC seeks to promote and mobilize British Columbians as active global citizens.