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"Vancouver Sun Newspaper: Stephanie Slen Announced as 2025 YWCA Young Women of Distinction Nominee"

3/7/2025

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​The Vancouver Sun – March 7th, 2025: Stephanie Slen has been officially named a nominee for the prestigious 2025 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards presented by Scotiabank. This nationally acclaimed event recognizes extraordinary women leaders whose accomplishments inspire meaningful change throughout Metro Vancouver. Slen's nomination in the Young Women of Distinction category highlights her exceptional leadership, dedication to community advancement, and significant contributions to the region.
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"Global News: YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards Set for April 28, 2025 at The Westin Bayshore"

3/6/2025

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*Stephanie Slen Archives*
Global News – The YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards, presented by Scotiabank, returns on April 28, 2025, to The Westin Bayshore in Vancouver. Recognized as YWCA’s premier fundraising event, the evening celebrates extraordinary women and businesses driving leadership, innovation, and meaningful change across Metro Vancouver and beyond.
This year’s event will run from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with early bird tickets available at $325 until March 31, 2025, and regular pricing at $375 thereafter. As one of the most prestigious honors in the region, the Women of Distinction Awards are more than a celebration—they serve as a powerful platform for amplifying community impact and advancing gender equity.

For more information, tickets, and the full list of nominees, visit: ywcavan.org/women-distinction-awards

Media inquiries: [email protected]
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"Stephanie Slen has been named a 2025 nominee for the YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards, presented by Scotiabank. Recognized in the Young Women of Distinction category, Slen is among an inspiring group of leaders celebrated for their outstanding contributions to community, leadership, and social impact across Metro Vancouver."
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"Spotify Podcast: Rising Changemaker Stephanie Slen Featured on HerStory Unfiltered"

5/17/2024

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Spotify Podcast
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https://open.spotify.com/show/2MuvsDUVYbsIHAjL4ZGfPL?si=0986e000594642d7
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HerStory Unfiltered, the empowering Spotify podcast spotlighting bold voices and untold stories, features rising changemaker Stephanie Slen in a standout episode titled “Going out of Your Comfort Zone & Transitioning to Post-Secondary.” Released on May 17, 2024, the episode dives into Stephanie’s journey from overcoming personal obstacles to becoming a nationally recognized advocate for youth and education.
A Political Science Student at Simon Fraser University, Co-Founder of a nonprofit, and recipient of over $170,000 in scholarships, Stephanie shares the raw, real moments behind her success—including the mindset shifts, failures, and perseverance that shaped her path. Her insights are especially powerful for students navigating scholarships, confidence, and life after high school.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration, actionable advice, and proof that leadership can start young.
🎧 Listen on Spotify: Stephanie on HerStory Unfiltered
📅 Released: May 17, 2024
⏱️ Duration: 29 minutes
🎙️ Hosted by: Jas and Ivv
HerStory Unfiltered continues to amplify powerful voices—and this one is not to be missed.
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"​CBC Kids News: ​A teen-run mental health organization wants to help youth"

1/15/2023

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☆At 16 I Co-Founded a non-profit Nurtured Youth Community☆

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CBC Kids News: ​A teen-run mental health organization from Stephanie Slen and Geertika Jeyaganesha​ wants to help youth

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"In the last four years we have provide free therapy and mental health services to youth experiencing unsupportive parent guardian relationships across Canada"


- Stephanie and Geertika
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  • Home
    • Advocating >
      • Student Council Journey at Britannia Secondary School
      • Student Council Presidency- 2023 Britannia Secondary School
      • Britannia Community Centre Journey(Vancouver Downtown Eastside)
      • Grade 11 Representative- 2021-22Britannia Secondary School Student Council
      • Youth Representative- 2022-23 Britannia Community Centre Board of Management
    • Education Career >
      • Site Support Worker- Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS)
      • Market Assistant- Fresh Roots Urban Farm Society
      • 2020-2023 Youth Leader- The Writers'​ Exchange
      • UBC Summer Camp Instructor
      • Contact Inquires
    • Sustainability Career >
      • SOYL (Sustainability of Youth Leadership Program)- Fresh Roots Urban Farm Society
      • Sustainability Coordinator- 2021-23 Strathcona Interact Club
      • Youth to Sea Program, OceanWise Alumni
      • President- 2019-23 Beyond the Plate
      • EYA participant Environmental Youth Alliance
      • Youth Head Delegate (YHD)- Vancouver School Board Sustainability Conference
  • Press & Media
    • SFU President and Vice Chancellors Award Dinner 2024
    • HerStory Podcast Feature
    • CBC News
    • Global News
    • Vancouver Sun Newspaper
    • MISS 604 NEWS
    • Endorsements
    • Alexa Pitoulis
    • Cynthia Low
    • Yulanda NG (Ms. Ng)
    • Annastasia Forst (The Writers Exchange Community)
    • Trevor Stokes (Mr. Stokes)
  • Achievements
    • Certificates & Awards
    • 2025 YWCA Young Women of Distinction Award For All of Metro Vancouver Nominee
    • SFU Uggla Family Scholarship
    • 2024 SFU Uggla Family Scholarship- Welcome Event
    • Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship Award
    • Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship Award: Canucks Fund Community 2023 Report
    • Beedie Luminaries Scholarship Award
    • Skills for Hope Scholarship
    • Allan Ross Scholarship Award
    • Student Council Award
    • BC Superintendents Scholarship Award
    • Britannia Class of’ 77 Scholarship
    • Marathon Journey >
      • Running Count! 10 Half Marathons and 1 full Marathon
      • BMO Half Marathon
      • Streetfront Run Club (Britannia Secondary School)
      • Cross Country Running (Britannia Secondary School)
  • Founder
    • Founder of ☆The Peoples Voice Article☆
    • Co-Founder of Nurtured Youth Community