Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) Teachers’ Leadership Institute Programme 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- May 30
- 2 min read
If you're a Canadian high school educator passionate about integrating global citizenship, sustainability, and international development into your teaching, the Aga Khan Foundation Canada's (AKFC) Teachers’ Leadership Institute offers an exceptional opportunity. This fully funded, in-person program is designed to empower educators with the tools, knowledge, and networks needed to inspire the next generation of global citizens.
📝 Program Summary
Location: York University, Toronto, Canada
Host Institution: Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC)
Program Type: Professional development for certified educators
Target Group: Canadian high school teachers (grades 9–12)
Fields of Focus: Global citizenship, sustainability, international development
Funding: Fully funded (travel, accommodation, meals)
Program Duration: August 5–10, 2025
Application Deadline: June 16, 2025
Eligible to Apply: Certified educators currently teaching grades 9–12 in Canada
📚 Program Overview
The Teachers’ Leadership Institute is a four-day, immersive professional development program aimed at strengthening the capacity of educators across Canada. Through a combination of in-depth training sessions, collaborative learning opportunities, and access to educational resources, participants will enhance their pedagogical strategies and deepen their subject-area expertise.
A unique aspect of the program is the concurrent Youth Leadership Academy, where each educator nominates a student aged 16–18 to participate. This parallel program focuses on cultivating young leaders equipped to engage with global issues and promote sustainable development.
🎁 Program Benefits
Full Funding: All expenses related to travel within Canada, accommodation, and meals during the program are covered.
Professional Development: Enhance your teaching strategies and subject knowledge in global education themes.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with educators from diverse contexts across Canada.
Resource Access: Gain access to a wealth of educational materials and tools.
Student Engagement: Empower a nominated student through participation in the Youth Leadership Academy.
Ongoing Support: Engage with AKFC’s Educator programming throughout the 2025–2026 school year, including support for implementing student-led action projects.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be certified educators currently teaching grades 9–12 in Canada.
Be available to attend the full in-person program at York University from August 5 to 10, 2025.
Demonstrate a strong interest in integrating global citizenship, sustainability, and global development themes into classroom practice.
Exhibit a willingness to share learnings with peers and take on a leadership role in promoting global education within their school or district.
Be open to reflective practice and collaborative learning with educators from diverse contexts.
Be proficient in English, as the Institute will be conducted primarily in English.
Nominate a student aged 16–18 to participate in the concurrent Youth Leadership Academy.
Commit to ongoing engagement with AKFC’s Educator programming across the 2025–2026 school year, including supporting students in the implementation of an action project.
📝 Application Procedure
To apply:
Complete the application form, including a statement of interest outlining your motivations for joining the Institute and how participation aligns with your professional goals.
Provide a letter of support from a school administrator or colleague.
Submit a nomination form for a student aged 16–18 to participate in the concurrent Youth Leadership Academy.
🗓️ Application Deadline: June 16, 2025
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