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Inform It will endeavour to shed light on the misconceptions of this region by touching on relevant points in the evolutions of the countries in terms of politics, economics and social history, with a particular emphasis on the current situation and the question of peace and security. Promote The aim is to heighten the awareness of, not only the audience, but of this society, of this generation, and of generations to come. In the spirit of multiculturalism, the appreciation for this region is influenced by the strong representation of its people, francophone and anglophone, in the metropolitan community of Toronto; most importantly York University’s Glendon College. To become conscious of their prescence here in Canada and of the potential of this African region is to begin to understand the role each of us may play in its development. Strengthen It will aspire to contribute to the consolidation of existing relations between Canada and the countries of the Great Lakes Region, signifying the broadening and strengthening of relations in lesser reached regions. The conference in particular hopes to offer diverse ideas and suggestions in support of the development of Canadian-Great Lakes Region partnerships. Reconcile It will attempt to reveal what problems arose in the past, how to resolve them and consequently propose how to make the future more successful. It will seek to identify and agree on issues such as development and the avenues for the assurance and maintenance of security and stability for the region. Furthermore, it will try to assess the role that the Great Lakes Region of Africa assumes in the international community, and how it can carry out this role. Unify It will seek to make evident the voices of this community, the voices of this generation, and the voices of the future. Ultimately, when combined, these diverse and yet converging waves of political and social tendencies can create one powerful, united voice. |
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