Faculty: Arts
Program: International Relations
Year: 2018
Country: Madagascar
As a proud feminist, Fitia believes in equality, equity, and access to education for all. She is described by her teachers and supervisors as confident, proactive and passionate. Motivated by her frustration towards the lack of access to education for youth in Madagascar, Fitia works hard in her community to provide opportunities to illiterate Malagasy children and youth. She’s been involved in various extra-curricular activities centered on education including Youth First. There, she was responsible for negotiating partnerships with local and international agencies focused on youth empowerment programs implemented in Madagascar. At Youth First, she also designed the proposal for the Youth Impact Lab. This lab is a safe open space for collaboration and experimentation with a mission to provide the technical and technological support necessary for youths.
Fitia dreams of one day becoming a human rights activist or diplomat discussing and establishing projects primarily related to education initiatives in Madagascar. By enhancing the opportunities for Malagasy youth to learn skills and expand common knowledge, they will be empowered to take action. She is looking forward to pursuing her Bachelor of Arts at UBC which she believes will equip her with the necessary tools to make her dreams a reality.