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SUMMARY:Gender Transformation: The Politics and Practices of Disrupting Gender Norms
DESCRIPTION:Catherine Vanner (University of Windsor) brings together an international panel of strategic actors working with gender transformation as a radical framework for addressing gender equality. Panelists will be looking across issues such as climate justice\, queer activism\, and gender-based violence. \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/gender-transformation-the-politics-and-practices-of-disrupting-gender-norms/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T140000
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SUMMARY:BIPOC Networking Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join the BIPOC Networking Collective! \nOur first meeting will be held on November 7th\, from 12:30 to 2pm (ET)! \nWho It’s For: The BIPOC Networking Collective is a dedicated space for Black\, Indigenous\, and racialized professionals working in the Canadian international cooperation sector. Whether you are an emerging leader\, a seasoned professional\, a consultant\, or a volunteer\, this collective is designed for you! \nWhat we are building towards: \nConnecting with Peers: Building meaningful relationships with fellow BIPOC professionals who share your experiences\, challenges\, and aspirations.\nResource Sharing: Access a wealth of resources\, from job opportunities to best practices\, tailored specifically to the needs of BIPOC individuals in the sector.\nSkill-Building Workshops: Participate in workshops that enhance your professional skills\, including leadership development\, advocacy\, and technical expertise.\nMentorship Opportunities: Engage in mentorship programs that connect you with experienced leaders ready to guide and support your career journey.\nAdvocacy and Representation: Collaborate on initiatives aimed at amplifying BIPOC voices and promoting equity and inclusion within the sector.\nSupportive Community: Join a nurturing environment where you can share your experiences\, receive encouragement\, and uplift one another.\nEngaging Events: Attend networking events\, panel discussions\, and training sessions that foster learning\, collaboration\, and growth. \nRead the Terms of Reference of the Collective HERE. \nJoin us in creating a vibrant network that celebrates diversity\, promotes professional development\, and advocates for systemic change in the international cooperation sector. Together\, we can empower each other to thrive and lead! \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/bipoc-networking-collective/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T193000
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SUMMARY:November's Action Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 7th\, at 7:30 pm\, for November’s Action Kick-Off! We will hear from Maxwell Mumba\, a visionary 29-year-old Zambian youth! Establishing outreach programs\, he sensitized the community about healthy eating habits\, emphasizing the importance of the first 1\,000 days of a baby’s life. In a country where 40% of children under five suffer from chronic malnutrition\, Maxwell passionately advocates for nutrition investment. \nWe will also be joined by Dominique\, our Policy and Advocacy Officer\, who will help us wrap up the immunization campaign\, and discuss the call-to-action! You won’t want to miss this amazing opportunity to build your volunteer community! \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/novembers-action-kick-off/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T133000
DTSTAMP:20241105T132803Z
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SUMMARY:Démocratie et participation citoyenne – Regards croisés entre l’Afrique de l’Ouest\, le Québec et la France : Défis et pistes d’action
DESCRIPTION:Carrefour International et Katalizo collaborent pour organiser un événement dans le cadre des Journées québécoises de la solidarité internationale (JQSI)\, sur le thème de «Démocratie et participation citoyenne – Regards croisés entre l’Afrique de l’Ouest\, le Québec et la France : Défis et pistes d’action». \nL’événement aura lieu le 12 novembre\, de 12h00 à 13h30 (Montréal) en ligne et il est ouvert à tous et toutes. \nRejoignez nous sur Zoom!\n– Voici le lien pour se brancher à l’événement. \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/democratie-et-participation-citoyenne/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T123000
DTSTAMP:20241107T141853Z
CREATED:20241107T141539Z
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SUMMARY:A Transformative Partnership for Global Development
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 13 for an inspiring event that will delve into the vital connection between investing in higher education and advancing sustainable development. During this event\, we will celebrate a remarkable 40-year journey of collaboration between Canada and the Aga Khan University (AKU)\, highlighting the transformative impact of education. \nCanada and Canadians have played a vital role in the establishment\, growth\, and impact of AKU\, contributing financial\, technical\, and intellectual support that has transformed countless lives. This program will gather Canadian leaders and thought partners to celebrate the partnership between Canada and AKU\, while reflecting on the critical role of higher education institutions in advancing sustainable development in the Global South. Together\, let’s witness how Canada’s and AKU’s shared commitment is building a brighter\, more sustainable future where we all thrive together. \nIn addition\, we invite you to explore “A Transformative Vision”\, an exhibition that honours the vision and work of AKU’s founder and Chancellor\, His Highness the Aga Khan\, the dedication of the thousands of individuals who have helped turn that vision into reality\, and the impact AKU has had on countless lives. Featuring rarely seen photography\, video\, artefacts and documents\, new interviews with key figures\, the exhibition captures AKU’s evolution from a single campus and hospital to the internationally recognized\, continent-spanning institution of today. This exhibition will be open to event participants. \nAdditional information for attendees: \n– When 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.\n– Networking/Refreshments: In-person attendees are encouraged to participate in an informal networking session and enjoy refreshments before and after the event.\n– Please note that this event will be offered in English only. \nQuestions? Akfc.events@akdn.org \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/a-transformative-partnership-for-global-development/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T100000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Africa’s Health Innovation Potential: Navigating the Investment Readiness Landscape
DESCRIPTION:African startups face significant hurdles in scaling their operation\, which limits their ability to contribute meaningfully to healthcare improvement and economic growth. Access to capital remains a fundamental barrier\, especially for ventures dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions. USAID’s and Grand Challenges Canada’s new report\, Unlocking Africa’s Health Innovation Potential: Navigating the Investment Readiness Landscape\, identifies significant opportunities for Investment Readiness Programs to enhance and achieve greater capital flow to early-stage health businesses in Africa.  \nYou can review the full report here:\nhttps://www.usaid.gov/global-health/innovation-and-impact/innovation/irp  \nHear from the investors\, investment readiness programs/venture studios\, and health innovators who shaped the findings!  \nJoin USAID and Grand Challenges Canada’s webinar on Thursday\, November 14 from 10:00 AM ET to 11:30 AM ET to learn how Investment Readiness Programs can minimize funding gaps between African healthcare startups and investors.  \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/unlocking-africas-health-innovation-potential-navigating-the-investment-readiness-landscape/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T090000
DTSTAMP:20241105T130137Z
CREATED:20241105T130137Z
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UID:10002393-1731657600-1731661200@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Social Behavioural Change for inclusive SRHR in humanitarian settings
DESCRIPTION:One in five women worldwide live with a disability\, often in low- and middle-income countries\, and 220 million persons with disability are young. Despite effort for fulfilling the Right to Health stated in the Convention of the Right of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)\, social and gender norms may limit the access to inclusive information and quality services regarding Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Social Behavior Change (SBC) can play a pivotal role in addressing structural\, attitudinal and communication barriers to SRHR services. We will present a new “Inclusive SBC for SRHR” practical guide\, sharing experiences and stories\, and exploring how to use inclusive SBC in SRHR to dismantle stigma related to the intersection of disability and SRHR. \nThe session is in English with sign-language translation. \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/social-behavioural-change-for-inclusive-srhr-in-humanitarian-settings/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T130000
DTSTAMP:20241112T194606Z
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SUMMARY:2024 CanWaCH Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to this year’s Annual General Meeting of members for the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children’s Health (CanWaCH) taking place Tuesday\, November 19\, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST. This is your opportunity as a CanWaCH member to engage in the direction and operations of the organization and the future of our great partnership. \nThe AGM is virtual and will feature key CanWaCH strategic and operational updates during the business meeting. It will be followed by a dynamic discussion exploring the transformative potential of futurist thinking to unlock solutions and new possibilities. \nModerated by Michael Messenger\, CEO and President of World Vision Canada\, participants will hear from Dr. Geeta Nayyar\, a globally recognized chief medical officer and leading voice in health technology\, and Dan Pallotta\, a trailblazer in non-profit innovation and voice of the documentary UnCharitable\,  on how they are redefining the status quo to build a more equitable future. \nMeet Michael Messenger: \n \nSince 2015\, Michael Messenger has been President and CEO of World Vision Canada\, one of the country’s largest charities\, with programs worldwide working with children and communities through humanitarian relief\, development and advocacy. He has been involved with the organization in Canada and around the world for more than 30 years in key governance and senior leadership roles. He travels widely\, including to some of the world’s most challenging contexts\, engaging with program participants\, sharing stories of impact with supporters\, and advancing policy and justice initiatives with leaders in government\, the UN\, churches and NGO partners.  \nMeet Dr. Geeta Nayyar: \n \nGeeta Nayyar\, MD\, MBA\, is a globally recognized chief medical officer\, technologist\, and bestselling author who helps leaders leverage a human approach to innovation\, including rapid advances in AI\, to achieve better health and business outcomes. \nA widely sought-after speaker and author of the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller “Dead Wrong: Diagnosing and Treating Healthcare’s Misinformation Illness\,” Dr. Geeta has appeared on CNBC\, CNN\, CBS\, and other prominent media outlets. She currently serves on the board of the American Telemedicine Association and as an advisor to the American Medical Association. \nA rheumatologist\, Dr. Geeta earned her medical degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine\, where she was admitted into an accelerated program at age 17\, and her MBA at The George Washington University School of Business. \nMeet Dan Pallotta:  \n \nDan Pallotta is a pioneer in the global effort to transform the way our culture evaluates the character and impact of nonprofit organizations. His iconic TED Talk on philanthropy has been viewed more than 5.6 million times. The TED community voted it the most persuasive TED talk of all time. His 2016 TED talk\, the dream we haven’t dared to dream\, has been viewed more than 2 million times. He is one of the 100 most-viewed TED speakers of all time. \nDan is the central character in the movie\, “Uncharitable\,” based on his book by the same title. He is a founding thought partner of TED’s Audacious Project\, which has raised nearly $1 billion for disruptive entrepreneurial social initiatives across a variety of issues. He is the founder and President of the Charity Defense Council\, which is dedicated to transforming the way the public evaluates charities. He is the founder and President of Add Humanity\, a message and movement-building consultancy that helps super innovative humanitarian organizations dream and grow. \nREGISTER HERE FOR THE AGM
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/2024-canwach-annual-general-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events,CanWaCH Events
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SUMMARY:CanWaCH Academy 2024
DESCRIPTION:The CanWaCH Academy is back by popular demand! Join us from November 20 to 22 for an exciting series of online sessions.  \nThis year’s CanWaCH Academy has something for everyone\, with a wide range of practical workshops and training sessions to challenge your thinking and spark new ideas. \nSessions will focus on knowledge and professional development to support CanWaCH member organizations and their team members in advancing health and rights for women\, children and adolescents globally. \nVIEW THE FULL PROGRAM AND REGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/canwach-academy-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events,CanWaCH Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T150000
DTSTAMP:20241112T165923Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Rights and Reconciliation Working Group meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us our next Indigenous Rights and Reconciliation Working Group gathering! \nNext gathering: November 21st\, 2pm to 3:30pm (ET) \nThe Indigenous Rights and Reconciliation Working Group is an open\, collaborative meeting for organizations and individuals dedicated to supporting Indigenous Rights and advancing reconciliation efforts in our sector. Our bi-monthly meetings aim provide a valuable space to connect\, share information\, best practices\, and lessons learned\, with a focus on strengthening our collective impact and embedding Indigenous rights and reconciliation in our ways of working. \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/indigenous-rights-and-reconciliation-working-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T120000
DTSTAMP:20241007T122441Z
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SUMMARY:MIHCAN - Homemade Orthotics for Foot and Knee Problems: A Functional Approach
DESCRIPTION:Please join Maternal and Infant Health Canada… for a webinar by Dr. Hélène Bertrand. The webinar is open to all and free of charge. We host webinars every two months. All welcome! The webinar will include a demonstration session of how to make your own orthotics. Dr. Hélène Bertrand will be available to answer participants questions related to hammertoe\, low arches\, calf pain\, and other common complaints related to foot problems. \nLearning Objectives from Webinar: \n1. Research evidence on orthotic effectiveness for different foot and knee problems\n2. Functional anatomy of the lower leg\n3. How to make orthotics to correct the functional anatomy\n4. To provide relief for different foot\, ankle and knee conditions \nDr. Hélène Bertrand \nClinical Instructor\, Department of Family Practice\, University of British Columbia Dr. Bertrand graduated from McGill medical school in 1965. She worked and did research as a family practitioner until she retired in November 2020. In the last 12 of her 55 year medical practice she treated only people referred to her for severe chronic pain. Using perineural injections of mannitol\, dextrose prolotherapy\, lifestyle modification\, hypnosis and meditation as well as prescribing corrective orthotics\, 80% of those referrals found pain relief. Her current goal is to communicate the knowledge she acquired. She has published 10 research articles\, and one book on a 2-minute procedure to relieve low back pain. She also developed a mannitol-based pain-relieving cream. \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/mihcan-homemade-orthotics-for-foot-and-knee-problems-a-functional-approach/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241125T153000
DTSTAMP:20241120T161521Z
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SUMMARY:HUB Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:We would like to extend an invitation to our final Town hall event held on Monday November 25th\, 2:00 – 3:30pm ET. We are excited to share a report\, framework and other outcomes from our first knowledge mobilization activity. It will also be an opportunity to reflect on our first year with Hub members\, friends and the public.  \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/hub-town-hall/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241126T150000
DTSTAMP:20241112T170445Z
CREATED:20241112T170445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T170445Z
UID:10002411-1732626000-1732633200@canwach.ca
SUMMARY:Equitable Responses: Equitable Responses: An Anti-Racist Lense on Effectiveness in Moments of Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 26th\, from 1pm to 3pm (ET) \nEvent description: In today’s interconnected world\, crises like those unfolding in Sudan\, Gaza\, Lebanon Haiti\, and the Congo demand swift action from the international community. However\, responses are often shaped by racial dynamics and power structures that impact their effectiveness and equity. \nThe Anti-Racist Cooperation Hub invites members of the Canadian international cooperation and humanitarian aid sector to a thought-provoking session exploring: \n– How race\, equity\, and inclusion shape crisis responses\n– Why some crises receive global attention while others are ignored\n– The dangers of neutrality in maintaining unjust power structures\n– Crisis as an opportunity to rethink and transform actions \nParticipants will reflect on biases\, explore innovative interventions\, and engage in meaningful discussions to shift from surface-level responses toward sustainable\, equity-driven solutions. \nJoin us for a conversation that empowers the sector to act boldly and justly in moments of global upheaval. \nSpeakers to be announce soon! \nAttend here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/equitable-responses-equitable-responses-an-anti-racist-lense-on-effectiveness-in-moments-of-crisis/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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