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SUMMARY:World Sexual Health Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to celebrate World Sexual Health Day\, with the Women’s Health Research Institute. World Sexual Health Day (WSHD) is recognized each year on September 4 and is managed by the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS)\, a global organization dedicated to promoting a world where everyone has access to sexual health\, justice\, rights and pleasure. \nThrough our WSHD event\, we aim to uphold WAS’s mission by raising awareness and fostering dialogue around this year’s theme: Sexual Justice: What Can We Do? —highlighting the importance of equity and autonomy in all aspects of sexual well-being. \nThis free hybrid event will feature special guests from Options for Sexual Health and the Sexual Health And Genito-Pelvic pain Knowledge Empowerment (SHAPE) Hub. We’ll be showcasing rapid-fire presentations on sexual and reproductive health research led by trainees. \nEvent details for #WorldSexualHealthDay2025: \nTime: 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm PST \nDate: Thursday\, September 4th\, 2025 \nWhere: The event will be held both virtually via Zoom and in person at SHY D308 on the Oak Street Campus (4500 Oak Street). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to celebrating World Sexual Health Day 2025 with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/world-sexual-health-day-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events,International Days
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SUMMARY:An Afternoon with Stephen Rulisa: Reading from The Path Less Travelled
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, September 9th\, 2025 at 1:30 PM for a special reading with Dr. Stephen Rulisa\, visiting professor and clinician from Rwanda\, as he shares passages from his new memoir\, The Path Less Travelled. \nDr. Rulisa’s story traces an extraordinary journey—from a nomadic childhood and the hardships of refugee life to becoming a leading voice in medical academia. Orphaned at a young age\, he assumed the role of head of his household\, pursued education against all odds\, and played an active role in Rwanda’s liberation through the Rwandan Patriotic Front movement. His path led him to medical school\, and ultimately\, to shaping the future of medical education in Rwanda. \nPart biography\, part philosophy\, and part call to action\, The Path Less Travelled reflects on resilience\, discipline\, and personal responsibility as the true drivers of success. Rulisa’s reflections speak to young people starting their journey\, those seeking to change course\, and anyone striving to build a purposeful life—one decision at a time. \n\n\n\n\nAt this event\, Dr. Rulisa will share selected passages from his book\, followed by an audience Q&A. \nCopies of The Path Less Travelled will be available for purchase at the event (limited supply)\, and we’ll be raffling off one copy to a lucky attendee. You can also purchase the book online here. \nThis is a free event but please register for your spot \, as space is limited. Food and drinks will be provided for registered guests. \nAbout the author:\nDr. Stephen Rulisais a medical doctor specializing in obstetrics and gynecology\, with a PhD in public health focused on malaria. He is a seasoned clinical researcher with over 18 years of experience in epidemiology and public health\, particularly in reproductive health\, and has a strong interest in health systems strengthening. \nHe has led and collaborated on numerous research projects\, both within Rwanda and in international\, multicenter studies. Currently\, he serves as a clinician and Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Rwanda and holds adjunct appointments at several international universities. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/an-afternoon-with-stephen-rulisa-reading-from-the-path-less-travelled/
LOCATION:BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute\, room 2108\, 938 West 28th Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5Z 4H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:Global Reads - AKFC's Book Club (September Edition)
DESCRIPTION:We live in a time of complex\, interconnected challenges — where traditional solutions often fall short and real change demands new ways of thinking and acting. Join AKFC for an evening of thought-provoking discussions about Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems: The Catalytic Power of Radical Engagement. This book is a powerful exploration of how everyday habits can spark transformation in the systems that shape our lives. \nIn this session\, celebrated author and systems change expert\, Adam Kahane will be joined by The Honourable Farah Mohamed\, to discuss how everyday practices of radical engagement can help us tackle today’s most urgent challenges. Together\, they will lead attendees in a dialogue on what it takes to shift entrenched systems by leaning into collaboration\, curiosity\, and resilience. \nIf you’re passionate about creating positive change\, working across differences\, and finding practical ways to transform complex challenges\, this event is for you. \nAdditional information for attendees:\n\nWhen you register\, please indicate your interest in attending in-person at the Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat or attending online (Zoom) by selecting the relevant ticket option.\nNetworking/Refreshments: In-person attendees are encouraged to participate in an informal networking session and enjoy refreshments after the event.\nPlease note that this event will be offered in English only.\n\nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/global-reads-akfcs-book-club-september-edition/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:New Innovations to Reduce Maternal and Child Mortality: Tools to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the UBC Department of Pediatrics and Institute for Global Health for a Pediatric Grand \nRounds by Dr. Stephen Rulisa\, visiting professor and clinician from Rwanda\, on “New Innovations to Reduce Maternal and Child Mortality: Tools to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”. \nLearning objectives: \n\nHighlight global trends in maternal and child mortality in relation to SDG targets.\nDiscuss innovative technologies\, interventions\, and strategies to reduce maternal and child mortality.\n\nEveryone is welcome! We would love to see you in-person at the Chan Centre at BCCHR\, but if you are unable to attend\, the Zoom details are provided here.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/new-innovations-to-reduce-maternal-and-child-mortality-tools-to-achieve-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs/
LOCATION:The Chan Centre for Family Health Centre Education\, 950 West 28th Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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SUMMARY:Join us for the #LeadOnTB advocacy day on Parliament Hill!
DESCRIPTION:While Canada has been a champion for tuberculosis (TB) elimination efforts through sustained investments in The Global Fund to Fight AIDS\, Tuberculosis and Malaria and the Stop TB Partnership’s TB REACH initiative\, we are falling short on both global and national commitments. \nCanada has failed to meet its fair share contribution to research and development for TB every year since the UN targets were set in 2018\, and domestic investments are insufficient to end TB within our borders\, which disproportionately affects Indigenous and newcomer populations. However\, there are many opportunities this year for Canada to be a leader in the quest to eliminate TB – the world’s deadliest infectious disease – at home and abroad! We just need the political will to make it happen. And we need YOU! \nTB advocacy day \nPartners In Health\, Results Canada\, Stop TB Canada\, Médecins Sans Frontières\, TBPeople Canada\, and TBFighters are organizing a TB advocacy day on Parliament Hill on September 25 to call on Canada to #LeadOnTB! Essentially it’s a day where passionate advocates descend on Ottawa to raise awareness of TB among our decision-makers and call on them to take action to help end this treatable and preventable disease. To get a sense of the experience\, watch TBFighters’ video on the TB Hill Day that happened this April in Washington\, DC. \nThere’s no prior experience required to participate – we will provide all the training! Please note that we will try to match you with your own Member of Parliament (MP) where possible\, but cannot guarantee that you will meet with any particular parliamentarian. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/join-us-for-the-leadontb-advocacy-day-on-parliament-hill/
LOCATION:Parliament Hill\, (West Block lawn)\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250929T153000
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SUMMARY:Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy After Eight Years: What Have We Learned So Far?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by CIPS\, the Gender\, Peace\, and Development Research Network (GPD-RN)\, the Research Network on Women\, Peace and Security and the Group of 78 \nCanada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP) was announced in 2017\, followed by several other commitments in support of Canada’s Feminist Foreign Policy. For example\, “the women\, peace and security agenda is at the heart of Canada’s Feminist Foreign Policy\, which includes the Feminist International Assistance Policy and Defence Policy” (Government of Canada\, 2024). After eight years of programming\, debates\, and multisectoral discussions\, it is an important moment for reflection on what we have learned so far from Canada’s FIAP. \nThis event adds to a rich and detailed analysis of policy rhetoric by focussing on some of the practical experiences of organizations tasked with implementation of programming under the FIAP\, as well as critical and analytical insights from scholars and practitioners. \nThe panel builds on earlier events organized by the Gender\, Peace and Development Research Network and the Centre for International Policy Studies (CIPS) including the April 30\, 2025 event by emerging scholars titled “What Can We Learn From How Canada’s FIAP is Landing in Latin America and the Caribbean?”. One of the major themes that emerged from this previous event was the importance of a feminist approach to development as described by the partner organizations in Haiti\, Jamaica/CARICOM and Colombia\, particularly when combined with a commitment to connecting to local feminist priorities from partner countries.  See\, also\, the June 6\, 2025 blog by these presenters. \nOther important insights on feminist foreign policy enrich our discussion on Canada’s FIAP including the September 11\, 2025 event on Strengthening the Representation of Women in Diplomacy: Challenges and Policy Solutions; the August\, 2025 Policy Brief by Lilly Nicholls titled How FIAP Broke Glass Ceilings in Canadian Diplomacy – And Should Go Further; and Beth Woroniuk’s August 21\, 2025 analysis: Canada\, Financing for Development and Gender Equality: Looking for Leadership. \nThe Gender\, Peace and Development Research Network (as part of the Centre for Policy Studies at the University of Ottawa) and the Group of 78 invite you to join us for this important new conversation where we will reflect on some of the successes of programs funded under FIAP\, lessons learned\, and priorities for future initiatives. \nAttend here! 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/canadas-feminist-international-assistance-policy-after-eight-years-what-have-we-learned-so-far/
LOCATION:University of Ottawa\, 120 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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