Discover upcoming events, activities and learning opportunities in global health, international development, and gender equality.
Please note that fundraising events and activities will not be posted to the calendar.
Intro to KS for Knowledge Users_course_v5 This course will teach students about knowledge synthesis in general, as well as how to conduct knowledge synthesis projects. Students will begin to conduct knowledge synthesis in the topic of their choice, with guidance from the course directors. Please note that the students will not be completing a full […]
CanWaCH is excited to present the next offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! Training objective: This training aims to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership in delivering gender transformative health programming. It is designed for non-gender equality technical experts who want to learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches into […]
CanWaCH is excited to present the next offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! Training objective: This training aims to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership in delivering gender transformative health programming. It is designed for non-gender equality technical experts who want to learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches into […]
How do global media portrayals and popular misconceptions of Africa shape investment, economic development, and policymaking? What are the real costs of these narratives, and how can they be challenged? Join the ONE Campaign and the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy Social Policy Lab for a dynamic conversation exploring how such narratives and misconceptions influence trade, public […]
“Love at First Sight” offers an intimate answer—through the eyes of former patients who captured what they missed most. If a photo speaks 1,000 words, these speak 1,001. “Love at First Sight” isn’t a showcase of composition, light, or technique. This free exhibition features photos by Seva Canada’s Tanzanian and Nepali eye care patients after their sight was restored […]
Coming up in the hashtag#GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship training series: 'Story Structure & Editing' ft Tristan Ahtone! 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-4zA-Td Story structure is one of the most important ways journalists can convey information and meaning to their audience. It lays a path for the reader, listener or viewer to follow, and shows them what’s important, leaving them with a […]
Formerly the site of a rubbish dump, Al-Azhar Park has transformed the lives and livelihoods of the artisans in the surrounding neighbourhood and has become an urban oasis in Cairo, one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Visit the exhibition: Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat | 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa (Enter through […]
Join Criterion Institute and Equality Fund for a thought-provoking discussion on advancing gender lens investing through the power of endowments. This public convening brings together our shared audiences and stakeholders to explore how financial decision-making can be a tool for systemic change. Through our unique and complementary vantage points, we’ll delve into the ‘so what’—why this work matters—and the […]
Partners in Health Canada Case Competition Join us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on maternal mortality in Haiti. This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world challenges faced by mothers in under-resourced settings. Participants will be presented with a case study based on real-life […]
This year’s theme is Creativity Through Crisis: Lessons from Global Mental Health. GHC25 will provide a platform to discuss the intensifying impact of global crises—conflict, climate change, and COVID-19—on mental health disparities worldwide. The conference will delve into the far-reaching effects of these global stressors while spotlighting innovative responses that are reshaping mental health care. […]
This event will be available in-person and online. Free to attend. Co-hosted by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) and Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID). Join us for an engaging and insightful event focused on innovative financing strategies that support community-based Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in mangrove ecosystems. The event will explore the challenges, […]
In a world filled with uncertainty, elections provide a critical opportunity to ensure our voices are heard on the global stage. Whether or not you have the right to vote, now is the time to let our local candidates know that Canada’s role in tackling global challenges matters to us all.
2025 theme: Reflecting on the past, empowering the present, and shaping the future. Proudly hosted by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute's Canadian Women's Heart Health Centre, and Heart & Stroke, the Canadian Women’s Heart Health Summit is the only event of its kind and has become the national reference point for health professionals seeking up-to-date knowledge of women’s […]
Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by: The Institute for Global Health at BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre Join us for a candid conversation with Srinivas Murthy, where he will talk about his global health journey—highlighting his defining moments, lessons learned, and current projects. Learning Objectives: […]
Let’s honour our volunteers, their expertise, and their dedication! #NVW2025 #IAmACrossroader For National Volunteer Week, we’re spotlighting the incredible commitment of Crossroads International’s volunteers. From Senegal to Tanzania, from gender audits to climate adaptation projects, our volunteers are making a difference—one action at a time. Whether training women in sustainable farming, working on inclusive education […]
Join us for ConnectHer: Building Bridges for Working Women Across Canada, a dynamic and empowering conference designed to celebrate, connect, and inspire women in the workforce, with a special focus on those in non-traditional industries. This event brings together thought leaders, trailblazers, and advocates from across the country to share knowledge, build networks, and create […]
