BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CanWaCH - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CanWaCH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://canwach.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CanWaCH REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241001T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241001T170000 DTSTAMP:20240925T130411Z CREATED:20240925T130411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T130411Z UID:10002351-1727791200-1727802000@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Poetic Inquiry into Narratives of Obstetric Violence in Canada DESCRIPTION:Arts-based research has a unique way of presenting sensitive experiences. In this talk\, Dr. Kaveri Mayra will focus on 2741 people’s narratives about their embodied experience of labour and birth\, and the trauma and violence within those experiences\, using poetic enquiry. Through a series of poems and artistic illustrations\, this presentation seeks to engage with and understand participants’ narratives of obstetric violence and respectful person-centred care. \nAbout the Speaker: \nDr. Kaveri Mayra is a midwifery\, nursing and global health researcher from India with a PhD in Global Health from the University of Southampton\, UK\, where she explored the experiences and determinants of obstetric violence in India through an arts-based method called ‘birth mapping’. Dr. Mayra is currently a postdoctoral fellow at the Birth Place Lab\, and the recipient of a Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR). She has extensive research experience on nursing and midwifery workforce policies\, regulation and practice; sexual\, reproductive and maternal health care and the underlying gender-based challenges. \nDr. Mayra is has delivered guest lectures in universities and at conferences around the world on obstetric violence; orgasm equality\, nursing and midwifery governance\, the inequities\, sexism and discriminations in health policy-making; and has been recognized as one of the 100 outstanding global midwife and nurse leaders by Women in Global Health (WGH)\, WHO\, ICN\, ICM\, Nursing Now and UNFPA to mark the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife 2020. She was recently featured as Frontiers women in STEM. \nDr. Mayra currently serves on the board on Human Rights in Childbirth (HRIC)\, White Ribbon Alliance UK and Academy for Nursing Studies and Women’s Empowerment Research Studies. She is an Academic Editor with PLOS Global Public Health and was a consultant for the WHO Academy on Essential Respectful Care Course. When she is not doing all the above\, she is dancing. \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/poetic-inquiry-into-narratives-of-obstetric-violence-in-canada/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/maya-maceka-yW-Qgw_IJXg-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T140000 DTSTAMP:20240904T175118Z CREATED:20240904T175118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T175118Z UID:10002331-1727874000-1727877600@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Info Session on FGM/C Module for Canadian Healthcare Professionals DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce a series of upcoming information sessions hosted by the End FGM Canada Network. These sessions will provide valuable insights into our first-of-their-kind training modules designed for various professionals who work with FGM/C survivors and girls-at-risk. We encourage you to share this information with your networks and consider attending these sessions to enhance your understanding and support for impacted communities. \nJoin us for an overview of our training module: “Guidelines for Healthcare Professionals: Caring for Persons Impacted by FGM/C.” This session will provide an opportunity to ask questions about the module content\, learn about our medical service providers list\, and network with healthcare professionals. \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/info-session-on-fgm-c-module-for-canadian-healthcare-professionals/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/nick-morrison-FHnnjk1Yj7Y-unsplash-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241009T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241009T190000 DTSTAMP:20240904T175710Z CREATED:20240904T175710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T175710Z UID:10002333-1728489600-1728500400@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Info Session for Educators DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce a series of upcoming information sessions hosted by the End FGM Canada Network. These sessions will provide valuable insights into our first-of-their-kind training modules designed for various professionals who work with FGM/C survivors and girls-at-risk. We encourage you to share this information with your networks and consider attending these sessions to enhance your understanding and support for impacted communities. \nTime: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST (for the first session)\nTime: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST (for the second session) \nThese sessions will focus on our training module: “Guidelines for Educators: Protect and Support Your Students.” Participants will learn about their duty to report in cases of FGM/C\, ask questions about the material\, and discover how to receive customized training for their staff. \nAttend here for the first session! \nAttend here for the second session! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/info-session-for-educators/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/mikey-harris-kw0z6RyvC0s-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241010T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241010T120000 DTSTAMP:20240924T142626Z CREATED:20240924T142626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T142626Z UID:10002347-1728556200-1728561600@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Transformative research on adolescent health and rights: Best practices and lessons learned DESCRIPTION:As part of Canada’s foreign affairs and development efforts\, the IDRC invests in high-quality research in low- and middle-income countries\, share knowledge with researchers and policymakers for greater uptake and use\, and mobilize global alliances to build a more sustainable and inclusive world. \nThe series is designed to provide a platform for knowledge exchange\, showcasing experiences\, and fostering dialogue on effective policies and practices\, and multi-stakeholder engagement to tackle GBV and advance adolescent SRHR in Central and West Africa. \nThis second webinar of the series entitled “Transformative research on adolescent health and rights: Best practices and lessons learned” is planned on Thursday October 10th \, 2024\, at 10:30 AM – 12 PM EDT / 2:30-4 PM GMT and is open to the public. There will be simultaneous interpretation available in both English and French \nRegister here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/transformative-research-on-adolescent-health-and-rights-best-practices-and-lessons-learned-2/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Outlook-rkdjv3a4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T100000 DTSTAMP:20241017T112345Z CREATED:20241017T112345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T112345Z UID:10002371-1729760400-1729764000@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Powerful yet overlooked: African women with disabilities and the ongoing struggle for inclusion\, 30 years after Beijing DESCRIPTION:Disabled Women in Africa\, Humanity & Inclusion-Making It Work\, International Disability Alliance\, and the World Federation of the Deaf invite you to attend our hybrid event\, on ZOOM with simultaneous events in Dakar and Lilongwe. \nInsightful speakers will guide you through the key findings of the report\, based on a survey answered by 250 women with disabilities across Africa\, and the experiences of women leaders with disabilities and their organizations. \nDo you have some accessibility needs? Kindly reach out to s.pecourt@hi.org \nFrench and English\, International Sign will be provided. \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/powerful-yet-overlooked-african-women-with-disabilities-and-the-ongoing-struggle-for-inclusion-30-years-after-beijing/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Flyer-Launch-Event-24Oct-Beijing30.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T113000 DTSTAMP:20241023T141617Z CREATED:20241023T141617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T141617Z UID:10002383-1729764000-1729769400@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Mainstreaming Scaling: Grand Challenges Canada DESCRIPTION:The Scaling Community of Practice’s Mainstreaming Working Group invites you to discuss Grand Challenges Canada’s (GCC) systematic approach to mainstreaming scaling for sustainable impact\, highlighted in a recent case study that documents GCC’s journey in integrating a scaling perspective into its funding strategy\, with insights from a distinguished panel of experts on supporting the scaling of successful development innovations. \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/mainstreaming-scaling-grand-challenges-canada/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/maya-maceka-yW-Qgw_IJXg-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241024T150000 DTSTAMP:20241017T143240Z CREATED:20241017T143240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T143240Z UID:10002373-1729774800-1729782000@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Beyond the Colonial Lens: Redefining Knowledge in International Development DESCRIPTION:Training description: This session will explore how intersectional feminist and decolonial frameworks can transform the way knowledge and research are approached in the international development sector. Together\, we will reimagine practices that challenge traditional power dynamics\, centering the voices and expertise of marginalized communities to promote more effective\, equitable and inclusive systems of knowledge production. \nDon’t miss this enriching discussion with renowned experts! \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/beyond-the-colonial-lens-redefining-knowledge-in-international-development/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/mikey-harris-kw0z6RyvC0s-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241028 DTSTAMP:20241024T195221Z CREATED:20240627T143801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T195221Z UID:10002246-1729814400-1730073599@canwach.ca SUMMARY:2024 Canadian Conference on Global Health DESCRIPTION:Theme: Poly-crisis and global health: How can we improve human health and well-being\, while protecting the planet? \nThe Canadian Conference on Global Health is an annual conference that brings together researchers\, practitioners\, policymakers\, and students from various disciplines and sectors to discuss pressing global health issues. The conference provides a platform for sharing knowledge\, best practices\, and innovations in global health research\, policy\, and practice. \nThe 2024 Canadian Conference on Global Health will be held in person from October 25 to 27\, 2024 at the Simon Fraser University\, downtown Vancouver campus\, BC\, Canada\, and virtually. \nPlease click here to register for CCGH 2024. URL:https://canwach.ca/event/save-the-date-2024-canadian-conference-on-global-health/ LOCATION:Simon Fraser University – Vancouver Campus\, 515 W Hastings St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 5K3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_7724.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241025T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241025T153000 DTSTAMP:20241023T121330Z CREATED:20241023T121330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T121330Z UID:10002377-1729864800-1729870200@canwach.ca SUMMARY:AVA Webinar Series presents: Global and Local Perspectives on Sexual & Gender-Based Violence Programming and Research DESCRIPTION:About the webinar: \nIn this interactive session\, CanWaCH will talk about the gaps and opportunities in SGBV related programming\, research\, and funding\, drawing on examples from both the Canadian and international context. As the host of the Coordinating Centre for the Pan-Canadian Women’s Health Coalition\, and as a network of domestic and global experts working at the intersection of health and gender equality\, CanWaCH will share examples of exceptional SGBV-related knowledge mobilization and stakeholder engagement efforts that have made big impact\, explore what has made them successful\, and invite attendees to share examples from their own experiences. \nFeaturing: \nJessica Ferne (she/her) currently serves as Director\, Global Health Impact\, with CanWaCH (Canadian Partnership for Women and Children’s Health). In this role\, Jessica leads CanWaCH’s strategic efforts to strengthen Canadian monitoring and evaluation processes\, capacity\, and collaborations\, in order to drive evidence-driven programming and decision-making\, with the ultimate aim of improving the health and lives of women\, children\, and youth. \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/ava-webinar-series-presents-global-and-local-perspectives-on-sexual-gender-based-violence-programming-and-research/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events,CanWaCH Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-10-23-at-8.09.54 AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T170000 DTSTAMP:20241015T151647Z CREATED:20241015T151647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T151647Z UID:10002369-1729958400-1729962000@canwach.ca SUMMARY:CAGH 2024 Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:This is an announcement of the upcoming CAGH Annual General Meeting happening in person and online on Saturday October 26\, 2024 at 1:00-2:00 PDT (UTC-07:00). It is important that all CAGH members attend this meeting to learn more about the organization’s activities and vote on essential motions. \nEligibility to vote in the CAGH AGM \nTo enter the meeting in person or online and to vote on any motions at the CAGH AGM\, you must be an active member in good standing. If your membership has lapsed\, you will need to renew it before joining the meeting. \nTo check if your membership is current\, please log into your Wild Apricot membership profile. If it is not current\, you can initiate the renewal process and pay for your annual membership directly in your profile. \nIf you would like to submit a resolution\, please send them by October 19th to info@cagh-acsm.org with the subject title “Proposed Resolution for 2024 AGM”. Please arrive on time and we will record your name for attendance and a member count prior to starting the meeting. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the AGM! Attend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/cagh-2024-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:Hybrid\, Canada CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/antenna-cw-cj_nFa14-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T123000 DTSTAMP:20241023T122733Z CREATED:20241023T122733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T122733Z UID:10002379-1730286000-1730291400@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Closing the Global Gap in Women's Health: Canada's Leadership in R&D and Innovation DESCRIPTION:FIND\, CEPI and Unitaid\, in partnership with Results Canada\, are hosting a roundtable to discuss Canada’s leadership in global health R&D\, focusing on its impact on women’s health\, especially in the context of current infectious diseases and emerging pandemic threats. \nThe session will highlight opportunities for Canada to enhance its impact through targeted financial investments and policy commitments supporting women’s health\, universal health coverage\, and pandemic preparedness. \nAdditionally\, the event will showcase how global health initiatives collaborate to build equitable and resilient health systems\, in alignment with the Lusaka Agenda\, and maximize the effectiveness of Canadian investments. \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/closing-the-global-gap-in-womens-health-canadas-leadership-in-rd-and-innovation/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-10-23-at-8.27.14 AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241031T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241031T140000 DTSTAMP:20241022T131953Z CREATED:20241022T131953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T131953Z UID:10002375-1730379600-1730383200@canwach.ca SUMMARY:Canada’s 2025 Annual Report on the 2030 Agenda Information Session DESCRIPTION:Canada’s 2025 Annual Report on the 2030 Agenda Information Session \nCanada is committed to reporting annually on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is pleased to invite you to attend a virtual information session to learn more on the activities of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Secretariat and how you can get involved in the 2025 Annual Report of the 2030 Agenda. \nWe invite you to spread the word through your network to help raise awareness of these information sessions. Thank you in advance for joining us in our commitment to highlight the work being undertaken across Canada to support the 2030 Agenda. \nAttend here! URL:https://canwach.ca/event/canadas-2025-annual-report-on-the-2030-agenda-information-session/ LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://canwach.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image001.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR