The People Behind
the Policy
Board of Directors
Eric Joshi
PresidentLinkedInEric Joshi serves as President of the National Youth Policy Alliance, leading the organization's strategic vision and national advocacy efforts. Under his leadership, NYPA has expanded from a municipal initiative into a recognized policy voice across Canadian provinces and territories.
Nivethan Karalasingam
Vice President & Chief Financial OfficerLinkedInNivethan Karalasingam oversees NYPA's operational strategy and financial governance as Vice President and CFO. He manages the organization's budget, funding partnerships, and resource allocation to support research initiatives and national programming.
Sahil Bains
Ontario RepresentativeLinkedInSahil Bains represents Ontario on the Board of Directors, coordinating provincial policy outreach and member engagement across the province. He bridges the gap between NYPA's national priorities and the specific legislative landscape of Ontario's municipal and provincial governments.
David Ou
British Columbia RepresentativeDavid Ou serves as the British Columbia Representative, advancing NYPA's policy objectives on the West Coast. He leads engagement with provincial legislators, municipal councils, and academic partners throughout BC to ensure regional perspectives inform national recommendations.
Volunteers
Our volunteer network is growing. If you are interested in contributing your time and skills to NYPA's national policy initiatives, reach out through our Contact page.