CanWaCH hosted its 2024 flagship event, the Healthy World Conference: Dialogues on Health, Gender and Climate Resilience, from May 14 to 15! Thank you to the over 300 people who joined us online and in-person on the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehà:ka Nation, also known as Montréal, Quebec. Grounded in an interactive and dialogue-forward approach, sessions raised important questions and shared pertinent insights on the interconnected nature of climate, health and gender equality.
Check out conference photos on our Instagram and add your reflections to the conversation with the hashtag #HealthyWorldConference.
We’re excited to announce the release of our 2024 Global Health Impact Report! Considering the increasing effects of the climate crisis and the disproportionate consequences of climate change on the world’s most vulnerable, this year’s report places an emphasis on climate data and considers the challenges and opportunities of measuring impact at the climate and health nexus.
This year’s May 28 celebration marks the 10th anniversary of Menstrual Hygiene Day! Learn more about this year’s theme, Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld, and join the conversation by visiting the Menstrual Hygiene Day page.
To mark the day, CanWaCH is partnering with Free Periods Canada to facilitate a virtual and interactive workshop on menstrual equity for youth aged 30 and under in our network. Starting at 12 p.m. EDT, the workshop builds a deepened understanding of period poverty, helping to end the stigma surrounding menstruation and increase awareness about the challenges related to accessing menstrual products. Registration is limited to 30 participants on a first-come, first-served basis!
The 57th session of the Commission on Population and Development (CPD57) took place from April 29 to May 3. We were pleased to join sector partners in New York to recognize the 30th anniversary of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action. Felicia Gisondi, a former Plan Canada Girls Belong Here participant with our CEO Julia Anderson delivered Canada’s national statement! Watch it here.
Zoom uses video conferencing to allow you to easily connect with others regardless of where they are. But did you know you can use Zoom to improve productivity in meetings, kickstart collaboration or host webinars? Learn more about the unique tools and features to help you get the most out of Zoom!
The 2024 Global Health Impact Summit took place on May 13. This year’s theme was “Rising tides: Measuring climate impacts on the health and rights of communities in crisis”. To foster an intimate learning environment, and given its peer learning approach, the event saw only those involved in presentations in attendance. Attendees explored the tools, methodologies and indicators required to effectively measure the multifaceted impacts of climate-related challenges, considering the health and rights of communities in crisis.
Keep up with our LinkedIn as we reshare some of the participants’ posts.
This year, at least 64 national, presidential, or parliamentary elections will take place globally, with the potential to shape reproductive health and rights for generations to come. MSI’s new short briefing, Choice on the ballot, shares frontline stories from four countries and global insights on how reproductive choice will be impacted by this year’s elections.
Getting format forward, CanWaCH CEO Julia Anderson via Write to Thrive
As Crisis Continues in Haiti, ‘You Have to Live It to Understand It’, PIH Canada
Briefing: Choice on the Ballot, MSI Reproductive Choices
Big, Bold Ideas: Fighting for Climate Justice with Activist Sophia Mathur, Plan International Canada
FGM/C Training & Toolkit, End FGM Canada Network
FIT Launches Another Funding Intake, Fund for Innovation and Transformation
In Malawi, PIH Wins Award for Strengthening Health System, PIH Canada
Keeping Hope Alive: Mobile Clinics in Haiti Provide Lifeline Amidst Adversity, PIH Canada
Nigeria: Helping Cameroonian refugees develop crops and skills, Cuso International
Rafah evacuation order will cost more lives, Islamic Relief Canada warns, Islamic Relief Canada
Salma: Behind-the Scenes of a Nigerian Documentary, Plan International Canada
This Mother’s Day, Millions of Moms Won’t Get the Support They Need. Here’s How We Can Change That., Action Against Hunger Canada
Youth-led advocacy: A closer look at Comprehensive Sexuality Education, CARE Canada
Interested in submitting a blog to Write to Thrive? Visit CanWaCH.ca/stories!
May 21-22, From evidence to impact: Fundamentals of Global Health Advocacy (Virtual)
May 23-24, From evidence to impact: Fundamentals of Global Health Advocacy (In-person)
May 28, Holding back the Sahara Desert
May 28, Menstrual equity 101
June 2-4, 2024 Community-based seniors’ services (CBSS) Sector summit
Project Manager, CanWaCH. Application deadline: June 3
Campaigns Intern, Results Canada. Application deadline: May 17
Communication Intern, Results Canada. Application deadline: May 17
Communications & Brand Consultancy, Save the Children. Application deadline: May 21
Senior Environment and Climate Change Advisor, CARE Canada. Application deadline: May 21
Donor Relations Coordinator, CARE Canada. Application deadline: May 21
Digital Officer, Humanity & Inclusion. Application deadline: May 24
Philanthropy & Partnerships Consultancy, Save the Children. Application deadline: May 24
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Global Lead, World Renew. Application deadline: May 31
Strategic Partnerships Manager (Foundations, Trusts, Corporations), World Renew. Application deadline: May 31
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