Technology and innovation are often seen as the key to solving the challenges to reliable and sustainable energy. However, our mindsets and behaviours can be hurdles to progress. By engaging with communities and inviting diverse and minority perspectives, we can ensure that the technologies we create are relevant, effective, and inclusive. As the President of one of the largest student-led energy organizations at the University of Calgary, I have made it my mission to bring together a diverse group of students from different faculties, ages, and genders to collaborate and share their ideas. Today, students from fields such as business, nursing, and engineering are all coming together to work towards a sustainable energy future. By breaking down barriers and fostering inclusivity, we can create solutions that truly benefit the communities we serve.

To achieve greater equality and inclusion, we need to create more opportunities for youth, particularly those from minority communities, to learn about and engage in politics. This will inspire diverse and talented young people to consider careers in government and ensure that our future leaders are representative of the full range of backgrounds, experiences, and adversities in our society. Secondly, organizations should invest in establishing diverse and representative youth councils. The perspectives of young people are valuable and can provide new ideas and approaches that will shape the future. By investing in the development of young leaders, we can help to create a more inclusive and equitable future for all.