We’re excited to announce Dr. Geeta Nayyar, a leading voice in health technology and Dan Pallotta, a trailblazer in non-profit innovation, as keynote speakers for the 2024 CanWaCH AGM! In a dynamic discussion moderated by Michael Messenger, CEO and President of World Vision Canada, participants will hear how they are redefining the status quo to build a more equitable future. Held virtually, the AGM starts at 11 a.m. EST on Tuesday, November 19.
Following the AGM, join Global Affairs Canada for the second Grants and Contributions Transformation Initiative (GCTI) forum for partners. The GCTI team will share exciting updates on collaborative efforts with partners to transform grants and contributions at Global Affairs Canada.
Challenge your thinking and spark new ideas at the 2024 CanWaCH Academy! Held from November 20 to 22, this year’s Academy has something for everyone with a wide range of practical workshops and training sessions on offer. Join us to learn about practical strategies for collecting data, essentials of crisis communication and tools and policies to protect local and international workers — and so much more!
Please note you must register for each Academy session separately.
In July 2024, CanWaCH’s Public Opinion Research Working Group (PORWG) commissioned Abacus Data to refresh its 2023 polling on Canadians’ views toward international development and Official Development Assistance (ODA). Building on the same questions from the previous year, the findings highlight what Canadians believe matters most and where they think their government should focus its efforts.
We are now accepting applications for next year’s Global Health Impact Summit! This year’s theme is: Data that speaks: Harnessing qualitative insights for global health and gender equality. The event will take place in Toronto, Ontario on May 6-7, 2025. The deadline for submissions is November 29, 2024. To foster an intimate learning environment, and given the sensitive nature of the projects being discussed, only those involved in presenting will be in attendance.
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence is an annual international campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and goes until December 10, Human Rights Day. This year, the UNiTE campaign is drawing attention to the alarming escalation of violence against women under the theme, “Every 11 minutes, a woman is killed. #NoExcuse. UNiTE to End Violence against Women”. The Government of Canada’s theme for 2024 is Come Together, Act Now.
The Stephen Lewis Foundation has a new online resource, Hope in Action, highlighting community-led efforts to address gender-based violence and the HIV epidemic. It features short films from three community-led organizations in Tanzania, Botswana and Malawi that are working at the intersections of HIV and GBV and a panel discussion about their powerful work.
CanWaCH was pleased to attend the seventh OECD World Forum on Well-Being from November 4 to 6 in Rome, Italy. Bringing together experts, practitioners and thought leaders, the forum featured discussions on health, data and statistics, climate change, artificial intelligence and an overarching reflection on inequalities and poverty. It was encouraging to see speakers across sessions push all actors to move beyond simplistic measures such as GDP towards more holistic and meaningful measures of well-being.
Membership renewal notices and voting information for the AGM have been sent to all CanWaCH member organizations. Membership fees must be paid before the AGM for your organization’s votes to be valid. If you would like to request a financial accommodation waiver, or if you have any questions about your membership invoice or AGM voting access, please email us at [email protected].
Our fall data drive to update our Project Explorer is underway! We call on partners to share new projects as well as update data that is either missing or incomplete on global health initiatives. For this drive, we are particularly interested in more qualitative and narrative data including results data, outputs and population descriptors, and relevant indicators.
Project information can be shared through the online user portal or by filling out this Excel template and sending it to us at [email protected]. Looking for tips and resources to help you get started? Check out our user portal tutorial and user guide! For more information, please contact Imaeyen Okon.
The Sexual Health and Genito-Pelvic Pain Knowledge Empowerment Hub (SHAPE) at the UBC Sexual Health Research Lab (UBC SHR) is conducting a national survey that aims to identify the barriers health care providers face in diagnosing and managing female sexual dysfunction and genito-pelvic pain. Its results will help the Hub identify barriers to effective care and develop online resources to support both patients and their health care providers.
News feature: Despite child protection efforts, millions still experience family separation. SOS Children’s Villages partnered with 10 academic institutions worldwide to research drivers of child-family separation, the situation of children affected by it and gaps in responses. The research aims to fill a global information gap regarding middle and low-income countries and strengthen care and protection systems. Read more here.
CanWaCH at The 7th OECD World Forum on Well-Being: Recap and takeaways, CanWaCH
Hiba’s journey: Hope and resilience in the face of adversity, Human Concern International via Write to Thrive
Towards Zero Hunger: A pivotal moment to address hunger and food insecurity this World Food Day, Lucky Iron Life via Write to Thrive
Adversity, Art and Advocacy: Sedra’s Journey, Plan International Canada
Committees with significant impact on the sexual and reproductive health and rights of women and adolescents, Santé Monde
Dispatch from Guatemala, Plan International Canada
Ethiopia: Gender equality program supports Urji’s education goals, Cuso International
Ethiopia to Canada: An important talk about girls in conflict, Plan International Canada
Four reasons iron deficiency can be dangerous for people living with HIV, Lucky Iron Life and (RED)
How Dr. Paul Farmer revolutionized tuberculosis care, Partners in Health Canada
Participatory monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (PMEAL) toolkit, SeeChange
Q&A: Meet New Executive Director of PIH Sierra Leone, Partners in Health Canada
Rapid response saves lives after deadly attack in Haiti, Partners in Health Canada
The universal reality of Intimate Partner Violence: Research and resources, Lifeline Youth Empowerment Center
November 14, Unlocking Africa’s Health Innovation Potential: Navigating the Investment Readiness Landscape
November 15, Social Behavioural Change for inclusive SRHR in humanitarian settings
November 19, 2024 CanWaCH Annual General Meeting
November 19, Global Affairs Canada Grants and Contributions Transformation Initiative (GCTI) forum for partners
November 20-22, CanWaCH Academy 2024
November 25, Homemade Orthotics for Foot and Knee Problems: A Functional Approach
December 2-5, The 15th AWID International Forum
Member of the Board of Directors, Santé Monde. Application deadline: November 15
Donor Care Coordinator, Save the Children Canada. Application deadline: November 15
Manager of Content and Communications, Amref Health Africa in Canada. Application deadline: November 16
Senior Health & Nutrition Advisor, Save the Children Canada. Application deadline: November 18
Content Specialist, Lucky Iron Life. Application deadline: November 20
Program Manager, Foundations for Health and Empowerment, Aga Khan Foundation Canada. Application deadline: November 24
Government Relations Specialist, Islamic Relief Canada. Application deadline: November 28
Senior Youth Programs Officer, UNICEF Canada. Application deadline: November 28
Submission of Interest: Global Health Impact Summit 2025, CanWaCH. Application deadline: November 29
Oxfam Canada Youth Summit Application form, Oxfam Canada. Application deadline: December 2
Finance Program Manager – Pending Approved Funding, World Renew. Application deadline: December 6
Have an opportunity that you would like to share with us? Please contact us at [email protected].
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