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19 and transform us. In response we will walk with confidence but live with humility. And while we believe in the strength of our voice, we welcome the sponsorship from leaders — both men and women — to be our advocates at the hiring table. We make every effort to mute the deafening sounds of the inner critic in our ears — that same inner critic that has held back countless others from unleashing their inner greatness. Drawing upon the strength from within and the support that our colleagues and communities provide us, we will envelop a growth mindset reshaping questions of "why us" into "why not us." We recognize the challenges many of our generation face. Despite an adventurous spirit, Canada's youth are finding themselves lost in the quiet crisis — the cycle of no experience, no job. At our backs and the backs of countless young Canadians coast to coast is RBC Future Launch — a 10-year, $500-million commitment to help empower Canadian youth for the jobs of tomorrow. Through investments in evidence- based programs, thought leadership, research, and employee volunteerism, RBC is collaborating with community and business partners to help provide young Canadians with access to the knowledge networks, co-op experiences, and 21st century skill development to thrive in this new world of work. We are the next generation of change makers poised to take our place among the league of extraordinary women featured throughout the pages of this publication. We will strive every day to make our community proud while seeking out new doors to pursue, open, and pass through. Never hesitate to be someone who will turn the key, open a door, and hold it open for the next generation of women leaders to follow. That person may very well be your sister, daughter, or any one of the millions of young women across Canada seeking to make a difference. ❚ To learn more about RBC Future Launch, visit rbc.com/futurelaunch From left to right: Hailey Dudeck, Brittannie Corona, Esther Abumere, Donya Shabgard, Michelle Vermeulen, Ify Idigbe, Melissa Sharp, Hadia Asif, Krismari Basco. Douglas Little Photography