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We spent some of the last weeks of 2024 in Calgary at WickFest! One of the most celebrated hockey events for young girls in the world, the festival embodies the ways sport can unlock leadership, empowerment, health and well-being for girls. Through a series of workshops and installations, including a screening of a young Ugandan athlete’s remarkable story, we worked to blend the worlds of hockey and global awareness so girls come away as better athletes and as young global citizens with a deeper understanding of the world.
Through our partnership with WickFest, we supported the participation of a Ukrainian U13 girls’ hockey team. Consisting of girls from various Ukrainian cities, the team explored the sights and sounds of Calgary, connected with fellow young athletes and took part in a special game honouring community, resilience and the power of sport.
It was inspiring to engage with the next generation of gamechangers through the festival and we’re excited to be joining the next edition in Surrey, B.C., in a few weeks! Four-time Olympic gold-medallist Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser and CanWaCH CEO Julia Anderson reflected on the power of sport in this op-ed.
The 35th edition of International Development Week (IDW) 2025 takes place from February 2 to 8! To mark the moment, we’ll be hosting a forward-looking discussion on how innovative collaborations with the private sector can play a crucial role in achieving the SDGs. Starting at 1 p.m. EST on February 5, the webinar will challenge traditional perceptions, spotlight unique ways the private sector can support NGOs, and present practical, innovative examples of how mutually beneficial partnerships can thrive.
This year’s IDW theme is “Cooperation for a sustainable future: Marking 35 years of IDW.” Keep an eye on our events calendar to see what CanWaCH members and partners are up to. Email [email protected] or visit this link to add your event. Based in Ottawa? The art exhibition “Through my eyes: Art for development” will be hosted by the University of Ottawa’s WUSC Local Committee on February 3 and 4!
Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is seeking a youth delegate between the ages of 18 and 25 to join the Canadian delegation to the 58th United Nations (UN) Commission on Population and Development annual session.
Our second members virtual coffee chat will be hosted from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. EST on February 12 with a focus on community engagement for gender equality. During the coffee chat, participants can join one of three breakout rooms: partnering with youth and youth-led organizations, working with faith and community leaders, or engaging with men and boys. (You can switch rooms anytime during the session!)
On behalf of Global Affairs Canada, we are pleased to share the 3rd Annual Report on Canada’s 10-Year Commitment to Global Health and Rights (10YC). This report demonstrates the Government of Canada’s continued commitment to transparency, engagement and learning. It includes a financial summary of the third year of implementation of the 10YC between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023, while also highlighting key leadership moments in the areas of global health, gender-sensitive nutrition and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
February marks Black History Month, a month focussed on challenging past and present effects of anti-Black racism and violence, uplifting the diverse and unique voices of Black folks, while engaging with various learning, sharing and community opportunities. The ARC Hub Learning Centre features six comprehensive modules designed to support individuals and organizations within the international cooperation sector. Each module focuses on a crucial aspect of anti-racism on the individual and organizational level.
Our November AGM saw us elect three new members to the CanWaCH Board! A warm welcome to Kelsey Lemon, Vice President, International Cooperation, Canadian Red Cross Society, Meg French, Executive Director, Stephen Lewis Foundation, and Dr. Karlee Silver, CEO, Grand Challenges Canada. Meet and learn more about our Board by visiting this page.
A heartfelt thank you to our outgoing Board Members, Jocelyn Mackie, Eva Slawecki and Chris Dendys. Each serving on the Board for six years, their incredible commitment and service have strengthened and spurred our efforts in pursuit of a world where women, children and adolescents, in all their diversity, realize their right to thrive in full health.
Hosted by the Canadian Association of Midwives (CAM), the Strength in Practice Podcast delves into the critical issues at the cultural and scientific intersections of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). The podcast explores and addresses the challenges and issues that impact the work of midwives and the diverse communities they serve in Canada and globally.
In South Sudan, YouthZone72 offers a safe space for young people to discuss health, relationships and their futures.YouthZone72 also produces magazines and comic books, providing youth centres across the country with resources that address critical issues like consent and adolescent health.
What does Prime Minister Trudeau’s resignation mean for you?, CanWaCH
With the Olympics behind us, we must remember the power of sport (op-ed), Hayley Wickenheiser and CEO of CanWaCH Julia Anderson
Annual report 2023-2024: Mobilizing the global nutrition community to end malnutrition, Nutrition International
Advancing Antenatal Care in Ethiopia: The Impact of Tele-Ultrasound on Antenatal Ultrasound Access in Rural Ethiopia, Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR)
Cyclone Chido Rips Through Malawi, Devastating Thousands, Partners In Health (PIH) Canada
Ending Forced Sterilization: A Path to Justice (Podcast), Canadian Association of Midwives (CAM)
Implementation and evaluation of a pilot antenatal ultrasound imaging programme using tele-ultrasound in Ethiopia, Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR)
In the News: Our Favourite Moments from 2024, Partners In Health (PIH) Canada
Learning without limits: Education for every child, everywhere, Human Concern International
Moments that nourished the world: 2024 in action (Video), Nutrition International
Nurturing change: A health worker’s mission to improve maternal nutrition in Pakistan, Nutrition International
Our Favourite Photos of 2024, Partners In Health (PIH) Canada
Q&A with a leader in nutrition and child survival, Nutrition International
Reflecting on 2024: Collaboration, Resilience, and Action, One Drop
Reflections from Plan’s first youth board member, Plan Canada
Resilience: 2024 in 10 photos, CARE Canada
RUAA Project: Innovating Rural Antenatal Care in Ethiopia (Video), Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR)
Social Art for Behaviour Change: Activating Community-Driven Sustainability in Africa, One Drop
Ten inspiring global nutrition stories, Nutrition International
The Indigenous Youth, Art and Water Initiative – A New Wave of Indigenous Leadership, One Drop
Water in 2025: Canada’s Opportunity to Lead, WaterAid Canada
YouthZone72: Empowering South Sudanese Youth, Canadian Association of Midwives (CAM)
January 24, International Day of Education
January 30, World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Day
February 2-8, International Development Week 2025
February 3, Building Bridges: Pathways and Opportunities in Global Health
February 3 and 4, WUSC exhibition – Through my eyes: Art for development
February 3 – March 23, Mobilizing One Health Course
February 4, Navigating GAC Funding to Support Local Organizations and Movements
February 6, International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
February 11, International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Senior Manager, Recon. Equity, Anti-Racism, Diversity, Inclusion, Save the Children Canada. Application deadline: January 17
Development of a Guidance Note on Effective Public Engagement In-Person events, CanWaCH. Application deadline: January 24
Call for interest – E-learning course building and uploading specialist, Canadian Association of Midwives. Application deadline: January 24
Social media and Campaigns Coordinator, Operation Eyesight. Application deadline: January 24
RFQ Disability Inclusion, CanWaCH. Application deadline: January 26
Project Manager, Global Program, Canadian Association of Midwives. Application deadline: January 31
AKFC’s International Youth Fellowship Program, Aga Khan Foundation Canada. Application deadline: January 31
DIRECTEUR.TRICE GÉNÉRAL.E, Santé Monde. Application deadline: January 31
Become a Leader in Global Health – Applications open for McMaster’s MSc and PhD in Global Health, McMaster University. Application deadline: January 31
Development Officer, SOS Children’s Villages Canada. Application deadline January 31
Join the Canadian Delegation to the 58th UN Commission on Population and Development, Global Affairs Canada. Application deadline: February 2
Call for proposals: Skills development and Technical and vocational education and training fund. Application deadline: March 6
Marketing and User Experience Specialist, Partners in Health Canada. Application deadline: Open until filled
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