Events and Conferences

Wi Lead by Sabi (“We lead by example”) was a gender-transformative innovation that sought to address gender and disability discrimination as intersecting dimensions of women’s identities. It was a locally designed initiative that empowered women living with physical disabilities in Sierra Leone to demonstrate their capacity to contribute to and lead in their community, resulting […]

Despite gains, abortion access across Asia remains uneven. Join us for an honest dialogue on how stigma—compounded by climate stress and shrinking civic space—impacts abortion care. Through real-world examples, we’ll explore the strategies used to sustain access and what the field must openly address to move forward. Learn more here! 

Wednesday, April 29 | 18:00–19:30 AEST | Meeting Room 218, Level 2 This session will launch the Safe Abortion Calculator, an interactive tool supporting advocacy, policy dialogue and funding decisions by illustrating the health and economic benefits of investing in safe abortion care across low- and middle-income countries. The session will include a live demonstration, […]

This event strengthens feminist leadership by positioning care as a central pillar of gender-just climate action, sharing through policy and financing panels various pathways to build resilient futures. The session includes an interactive space to exchange community-led innovations and lived experiences from the Global South among diverse stakeholders. Additionally, a featured photo exhibit complements the […]

Canada’s international development landscape is shifting rapidly, driven by evolving national interests and complex global dynamics. To remain effective, practitioners, policymakers, and researchers must navigate these emerging priorities and align their strategies with Canada’s new strategic direction. On May 4, the Canadian Association of International Development Professionals (CAIDP-RPCDI), in partnership with the University of Ottawa Global Development […]

This immersive event will spotlight the critically needed and impactful Canadian health innovations that are saving millions of lives around the world and boosting Canada's economy and security. Come learn about the powerful intersection of Canada’s world-class research ecosystem, collective economic growth, and global public health leadership. We will be joined by global health initiatives, Canadian […]

A special, in-person evening for journalists to connect, share, learn and rethink how we cover gender-based violence How the media tells stories about gender-based violence matters. It shapes public understanding, influences accountability, and impacts survivors in real ways. For journalists who want to get it right...and question what they’re told. Join award-winning organization Aura Freedom […]