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Format: Online Learn to decode the signals of power and their patterns, build the skills that turn foresight into your strategic roadmap for navigating risk, and step into your power to seize responsibility. Overview The international cooperation sector is in a pivotal moment. Cooperation Canada and The Collective Legacy present the FutureSHIFT Lab, a journey to dismantle inequitable […]
On December 9, Senator Daniele Henkel introduced Bill S-243 for first reading in the Senate. The bill is scheduled for second reading on February 3, 2026, marking a pivotal moment for women’s health policy in Canada. Senator Henkel has shared her vision for the bill in a recent LinkedIn video, underscoring the urgency and opportunity. […]
Format: Online Learn to flip complex systems into equity-rooted strategies, design and co-create actionable, future-oriented initiatives, and gain the confidence to pave the way on core issues including safeguarding, MEL, localization, and beyond. Overview The international cooperation sector is in a pivotal moment. Cooperation Canada and The Collective Legacy present the FutureSHIFT Lab, a journey to dismantle inequitable […]
Education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility. The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 24 January as International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. Without inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong opportunities for all, countries will not succeed in achieving gender equality and […]
Join PHABC for an engaging forum with Dr. Lindsay McLaren exploring the Wellbeing Economy and its implications for public health. We warmly invite you to register and take part in this timely and thoughtful discussion. They hope to see you there! Attend here!
Learning Objectives from Webinar: Consider the variant issues related to the naming and voicing of obstetric violence; Consider the variant causes of birth trauma Consider the variant impacts and consequences of obstetric violence and birth trauma Consider the possible options and strategies for stopping obstetric violence and birth trauma as preventable harms Dr. Heather Mattner […]
Strengthening Collaboration to Advance Equity in Women's Cardiovascular Health in Canada This session explores how meaningful engagement with People with Lived Experience (PWLE) and community partners can strengthen equity, trust, and impact in women's cardiovascular health. Drawing on the Canadian Women's Heart Health Alliance (CWHHA) model and collaborative initiatives such as CROWNING US, participants will […]
Format: Online Learn to translate equity strategies into new operational practices, reconfigure who holds power and how decisions are made, and harness the courage to anchor enduring change into the foundations of the governing structures. Overview The international cooperation sector is in a pivotal moment. Cooperation Canada and The Collective Legacy present the FutureSHIFT Lab, a journey to […]
Tuberculosis remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, a fact shaped by inequity and weak health systems. The Partners In Health Canada × Medical Innovation & Global Health Association Tuberculosis Panel brings together clinicians, researchers, and global health leaders to share real-world experiences from the field. This session centres honest storytelling, practical lessons, and […]
Please join us for a special evening during International Development Week as we celebrate global solidarity and Canada’s contributions to poverty reduction, gender equality, and sustainable development. This year’s IDW takes place amid significant global foreign aid reductions, as many donor countries scale back official development assistance. These cuts threaten progress made on improving the […]
As part of the 36th International Development Week, this event highlights this year’s theme, Prosperity through Partnership, and the role of collaboration in advancing climate and development action. English and French interpretation will be provided. This national knowledge-sharing event is hosted by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC), in partnership with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), as […]
Save the Children Canada, Plan International Canada, Girls Not Brides, and New Mountain Films are hosting a special private screening, panel discussion and reception for NAWI: Dear Future Me, Kenya’s official submission to the 97th Oscars Academy Awards, co-sponsored by MP Karina Gould. Set in Turkana and inspired by lived experience, the film tells the powerful story […]
Discover how your dreams can meet real opportunities! Join us on February 3 for a fireside chat with Ziyaan Virji, Founder of Leaders of Today. What does it really take to turn an idea into impact? Ziyaan Virji is a young social entrepreneur who turned a simple Google Sheet into Leaders of Today — a […]
Modernizing Farm Advisory Services: Linking Canadian Agriculture with Global Innovation 1) Background The world will need much more food by 2030—about 56% more—because populations are growing and diets are changing. Meeting this demand in environmentally responsible ways could unlock major economic opportunities by 2050. Canada has a strong agriculture sector, but farmers do not have one easy, […]
Modernizing Farm Advisory Services: Linking Canadian Agriculture with Global Innovation 1) Background The world will need much more food by 2030—about 56% more—because populations are growing and diets are changing. Meeting this demand in environmentally responsible ways could unlock major economic opportunities by 2050. Canada has a strong agriculture sector, but farmers do not have one easy, […]
As a part of the Ontario Council for International Cooperation’s (OCIC) International Development Week 2026 program, OCIC will be hosting a virtual panel for students and other individuals interested in working in the international cooperation and policy sectors in Canada. The panel will profile some of our Youth Policy-Makers Hub alumni to share their experience […]
Register for Dignity in Dialogue’s upcoming session on February 5th from 11:00 AM- 12:30PM EDT. In this session, Stephen Brown (University of Ottawa) and Momin Rahman (Trent University) will present key findings from the Advancing Dignity research report, Canada’s Global Support for 2SLGBTIQI People: Assessing the Implementation of Canada’s Foreign Policy (2016–2025). The report was commissioned by Dignity Network Canada and completed in November 2025. […]
The UN has declared 2026 to be the Year of the Volunteer, a time to celebrate the longstanding impact of service. It’s a chance for us all to write a new chapter in our lives, inspired by those who have already filled many pages with stories of resilience, compassion, and dedication to their fellow human […]
The Cooperation Canada Awards recognizes excellence and merit in the field of international cooperation by celebrating individuals and organizations that have distinguished themselves in the past year. On February 5, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM ET, Cooperation Canada will celebrate outstanding achievements in humanitarian aid and international development at the annual Cooperation Canada Awards ceremony. The ceremony […]
Female genital mutilation (FGM) comprises all procedures that involve altering or injuring the female genitalia for non-medical reasons and is recognized internationally as a violation of the human rights, the health and the integrity of girls and women. Girls who undergo female genital mutilation face short-term complications such as severe pain, shock, excessive bleeding, infections, […]
Win prizes by engaging in real-world global health challenges! Partners in Health (PIH) Canada and Medical Innovation in Global Health (MIGH) Case Competition Join us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on tuberculosis (TB). This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world challenges faced by […]
Join World Accord in person to explore how teaming up across sectors can boost global change and make a real impact! As Canada marks International Development week 2026 under theme "Prosperity through Partnerships", World Accord invites you to Building better partnerships: cross-sector collaboration for global impact! Join us at 400 McArthur Ave. in the Unitarian Sanctuary (same building […]
You’re invited to join Cuso International as we celebrate Prosperity Through Partnership during International Development Week 2026. In-partnership with Global Affairs Canada, this in‑person Toronto gathering brings together a community committed to a better world. Taste of the World is an evening of shared stories, global flavours, and meaningful connection. The menu will reflect vibrant culinary traditions from the Caribbean, […]
Join Partners in Health Canada for an informal group discussion on "Accompaniment as Policy," a talk by Dr. Paul Farmer delivered at the Harvard Kennedy School: https://www.harvardmagazine.com/2011/05/paul-farmer-accompaniment-as-policy. Paul reflects on what it truly means to “accompany” as a practice of solidarity that shapes how care, development, and policy are carried out. Drawing from his field […]
Science and gender equality are both vital for the achievement of the internationally agreed development goals, including the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Over the past 15 years, the global community has made a lot of effort in inspiring and engaging women and girls in science. Yet women and girls continue to be excluded from participating […]
Measuring What Matters explores best practices for designing and implementing inclusive MEL systems that support real-time reflection, adaptation, and equity-centered decision-making. Grounded in feminist and locally led approaches, the series supports Canadian international cooperation actors to shift MEL from donor-driven reporting toward locally led learning that strengthens program quality, relevance, and justice across humanitarian, development, and […]
Cooperation Canada, in partnership with SevGen Consulting Inc., invites you to a two-part training designed for boards and the people who support them in the international cooperation. Join us for a high-impact introduction delivered as two training intensives for accelerated, time-compressed learning. We’ll build shared foundations and language, then move quickly into real-world application so participants leave with clarity, […]
February is a time for storytelling. Come hear traditional storytellers Louise Halfe, Dr. Kathy Walker and Simon Bird share creation stories that are relevant to decolonization today. All are welcome! Attendees will hear the stories and reflect upon them in circles. “Decolonizing Ourselves: Learning Through Story” will be held online over two evenings, Tuesday, February […]
An event to support social workers, healthcare providers, advocates and educators working to address sex trafficking and support survivors To mark National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, Aura Freedom and ASTER (Addressing Sex Trafficking Through Education and Research)are hosting a special online event: Beyond 101: A Nuanced, Real-Life Look at Sex Trafficking Join us on February 18, 2026 […]
Cooperation Canada commissioned a landscape paper on development finance and Canada’s role in international cooperation. The paper maps key development finance instruments and assesses Canada’s positioning and effectiveness across these modalities. During this online event, we will share highlights from the paper, including opportunities for Canada to strengthen its contributions to meaningful and inclusive development finance reform, […]
February is a time for storytelling. Come hear traditional storytellers Louise Halfe, Dr. Kathy Walker and Simon Bird share creation stories that are relevant to decolonization today. All are welcome! Attendees will hear the stories and reflect upon them in circles. “Decolonizing Ourselves: Learning Through Story” will be held online over two evenings, Tuesday, February […]
Social justice is an underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coexistence within and among nations. We uphold the principles of social justice when we promote gender equality, or the rights of indigenous peoples and migrants. We advance social justice when we remove barriers that people face because of gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture or […]
What does an Afrofeminist perspective reveal about AI — including whose knowledge, realities, and experiences are centred, sidelined, or erased by AI systems? This session draws on insights and practitioner voices from the Made-in-Africa AI–MERL Landscape Study, which examines how current AI tools align — or fail to align — with African contexts. Vari Magodo-Matimba […]
The GEM Hub is a community-driven network bringing together people with lived experience, health care providers, researchers and policy-makers from across Canada. Grounded in relationships, shared learning and creativity, members work alongside one another to shape research and knowledge mobilization to improve pregnancy and post-pregnancy care. For this Grand Rounds, the Hub will share insights […]
The universal concept of the World NGO Day is to Celebrate, Commemorate and Collaborate - the various NGOs around the world, and the people behind them that contribute to society all year around. World NGO Day is to inspire people to become more actively involved within NGO sector and encourage a greater symbiosis between NGOs […]
Global Citizen and End FGM Canada Network invite community members and service providers to Breaking Barriers: Community Safety & Wellness Day on February 28, 2026, at 2:30 PM at The Lantern, St. John’s. This community-led event brings people together to share experiences, co-create solutions, and strengthen local safety and wellness. The program includes panel discussions, […]
Greetings! I have some exciting news. I wanted to share with you the official brochure for our upcoming Learning Tour to Uganda March 1-10, 2026. You can now register by contacting Lisa at Worldwide Quest 1-800-387-1483 or [email protected]. Details can be found by clicking the brochure below. Please note there are only nine spots remaining. Please do […]
Topic: Indigenous-led approaches, relational ways of knowing, and land-based learning are foundational to wellbeing. Join us for a meaningful conversation with our esteemed panel as we explore how Indigenous-led approaches, relational ways of knowing, and land-based learning are foundational to wellbeing.This session will offer reflections on how these approaches support stronger connections to health, community, […]
Part of the Inclusive Service Delivery Africa (ISDA) project Corruption and discrimination are major obstacles to achieving sustainable and inclusive development. They fuel inequalities in accessing essential services, reduce public resources and create barriers to effectively allocate money for education and healthcare. For women, girls and groups most at risk of discrimination, the impacts are […]
Global voices advancing access to justice for women and girls—frontline insights from Canada, Uganda & West Africa. Co-hosted by Crosssroads International, the Baha'i Community of Canada and the Ontario Council for International Cooperation. Join them and their partners for an International Women’s Day 2026 public panel exploring access to justice and transformative equality through the voices […]
PIH Canada and Medical Innovation in Global Health (MIGH) are bringing their case competition to high school students! Partners in Health (PIH) Canada and Medical Innovation in Global Health (MIGH) Case Competition Are you interested in health, medicine, social justice, or making a real difference in the world? Join us for an exciting, hands-on case […]
This International Women’s Day, join us for a 90-minute virtual panel exploring how investing in women and girls creates stronger communities, sustainable progress, and shared prosperity for all. Centred on the IWD 2026 theme Give to Gain, this conversation will feature inspiring women connected to our programs who are driving change in their communities and […]
Leadership and advocacy doesn’t look the same everywhere, particularly for women and girls. In honour of International Women’s Day, we invite you to an immersive exhibition of creative knowledge, resilience, and activism. Join us for lunch and a deep dive into the lived leadership journeys of women and girls with disabilities across the Global South. […]
Climate change is increasingly disrupting health systems, threatening livelihoods, displacing communities, and undermining access to essential services—particularly in regions least responsible for the crisis. Extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, and storms disproportionately impact women’s and girls’ health, including access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). While many funders and practitioners recognize […]
CSW70 | Roundtable discussion organized by the Collectif québécois des féminismes en dialogue (CQFD) Drawing on experiences from Afghanistan, Haiti, Guatemala and Sudan, four speakers highlight women’s resistance to oppression and threats to their rights amid the rollback of the rule of law and the rise of the far right. Speakers: Claudia González Orellana (Guatemala), lawyer, […]
The UN has declared 2026 to be the Year of the Volunteer, a time to celebrate the longstanding impact of service. It’s a chance for us all to write a new chapter in our lives, inspired by those who have already filled many pages with stories of resilience, compassion, and dedication to their fellow human […]
Bridging Contexts: Using Machine Learning to Explore Environmental Predictors of Noncommunicable Diseases in Low- and High-Income Settings. The speaker for this session is Dr. Godfred Boateng from York University’s School of Global Health, and the Canada Research Chair in Global Health and Humanitarianism. Date: March 16, 2026 Time: 12-1pm EST Please register here for this […]
In crises, children are not just surviving, they’re experiencing the most critical window for growth, learning, and lifelong development. Yet nutrition and ECD actors too often work in silos, competing for the same limited funding while children face rising humanitarian needs. This Nutrition month, Moving Minds Alliance and Results Canada invite you to an interactive, […]
Presented by CIPS, the Gender, Peace, and Development Research Network, and Cuso International Cuso International, CIPS and uOttawa’s Gender, Peace and Development Research Network invite you to an enriching Lunch & Learn examining the transformative role of girls’ education in Ethiopia. Designed as an inclusive and participatory academic gathering, the event brings together students, faculty, researchers, […]
Join us on Wednesday, March 18th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Q&A Webinar with Trauma Expert Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, featuring Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, founder and director of The Trauma Stewardship Institute and author of Trauma Stewardship and The Age of Overwhelm. Wednesday, March 18th, 2026 2 – 2:45pm EDT Join us for a virtual webinar and Q&A with […]
IYAFP is thrilled to invite you to an exciting upcoming event we are hosting with our partners – a Virtual Dialogue: Youth Voices for Action: Shaping SRHR Priorities Together on Thursday, March 19th. This is a unique opportunity to share your inputs and perspectives about the future of SRHR for young people globally. Your voice […]
Join us to explore what AI governance is and how AI is being governed in Canada today. Together, we'll look at concrete examples such as AI policies, standards, and public consultation processes. Using a trans feminist lens, we will investigate how power, resources, and access shape AI governance systems, where the key limitations are, and […]
Get ready to make a difference! Join Cuso International in person for an inspiring event all about volunteering and taking action. It’s the perfect chance to connect with others who want to give back, learn new ways to help, and celebrate the spirit of community. Let’s come together and show why 2026 is the Year […]
In times of challenge, celebrating our progress isn’t optional: it’s essential. Joy and community strength are what keep us moving forward. We are inviting two ecosystem partners: *FP2030* and *inroads* on stage with us! Both of Vitala's partner organizations will share their wins, progresses and outcomes, offering a 10-minute walkthrough about some things about their […]
Join Partners in Health Canada and CAPE at The Bookshelf in Guelph for a powerful in-person screening of Bending the Arc! Attend here!
The first ever national summit on the state and future of women’s health in Canada. For too long, women’s health has been underfunded, under-researched, and misunderstood. It's time to change that. Join doctors, researchers, community leaders, and women’s health advocates for this vital national conversation — and be part of the growing movement for better […]
Feeling powerless in the face of global issues? Want to make a difference? Come join the Results Canada community for an engaging evening of hope and solutions. Learn how to speak truth to power and connect with passionate people. Because nothing is more powerful than working together. At Results, it’s our mission to generate the political […]
Join us on Wednesday, March 25th as the AVA Webinar Series presents Humans, Animals, and Intimate Partner Violence: Shared Victimizations, and Shared Solutions, featuring Dr. Rochelle Stevenson from Thompson Rivers University. Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 2 – 3:30pm EDT Companion animals, or pets, are an important part of life for many people. General pet ownership estimates for North America […]
Measuring What Matters explores best practices for designing and implementing inclusive MEL systems that support real-time reflection, adaptation, and equity-centered decision-making. Grounded in feminist and locally led approaches, the series supports Canadian international cooperation actors to shift MEL from donor-driven reporting toward locally led learning that strengthens program quality, relevance, and justice across humanitarian, development, and […]
Join us on Wednesday, April 1st, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Engaging Community on MMIWG+ Prevention in Highway of Tears Country, featuring Dr. Jacqueline Holler and Sara Heembrock from the University of Northern British Columbia. Wednesday, April 1st, 2026 2 – 3:30pm EDT The term “Highway of Tears” is globally synonymous with the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women, […]
Join us on Wednesday, April 8th as the AVA Webinar Series presents Thriving Together: The Importance of Natural Supports in Prevention, featuring Brandi Bell, founder of Connections Consulting by Brandi Bell. Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 2 – 3:30pm EDT Brandi will be discussing the importance of natural supports in community as a preventative measure and protective factor with mental […]
The Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre is thrilled to announce the 8th Annual Global Health Conference (GHC26)! GHC26 is an annual event bringing together a community of students, trainees, clinicians, researchers, and faculty from across health professions and disciplines to share knowledge. When: Thursday, April 9, 2026 […]
Join Brian Sibeko-Ngidi (Uthingo Network, South Africa), Lerato Sefume (Uthingo Network), Dr. Twisha Singh (PCL, McGill University), Helios Chery (Youth Participant, McGill University), Dr. Casey Burkholder (Joy Lab, Concordia University) for discussion a discussion on gender justice, youth-led knowledge production, and transformative practices that bridge scholarship, activism, and community-engaged work across local and global context, centering LGBTQIA+ youth lives, gender transformative practice, and collective futures. […]
Join us for a conversation on building a Wellbeing Society that restores our relationship with the natural world. This webinar explores two ideas gaining attention globally: becoming a One Planet Canada and recognizing the Rights of Nature. Together, these approaches invite us to rethink how our societies, economies, and policies can support both human wellbeing […]
MinoFest returns on April 11, 2026, uniting healthcare professionals, advocates, researchers, policymakers, technology leaders, and parents to advance racialized perinatal and reproductive health. Hosted by Mino Care, the conference is Canada’s leading forum dedicated to equity, innovation, and community driven care. Rooted in the meaning of Mino as Our Mothers, MinoFest creates space to examine […]
Have an AI policy draft? Thinking about creating one? Not sure what "good" looks like, or whether using AI, such as generative AI, aligns with your mission at all? This session is a collaborative working space — not a lecture. Together, we will compare, critique, and strengthen approaches to organizational AI policies in real time, […]
WHAT IS CAMPAIGN SCHOOL? This program is designed to equip women, Two Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to run for political office in Canada. This module will focus on municipal elections as we prepare for upcoming races across the country. Equal Voice is a multi-partisan organization, and participants will […]
The 2025-2026 PWHR Research Seminars feature the winners of the 2025 Mid-Career Excellence in Women’s Health Research Award. The Partnership for Women’s Health Research Canada (PWHR) is proud to celebrate rigorous, ground-breaking research that is improving the health of women, trans and non-binary people. The 2025-2026 PWHR Research Seminars feature the winners of the 2025 Mid-Career […]
Join us on Wednesday, March 25th as the AVA Webinar Series presents Recognizing Risk: Assessing Family Violence in Family Litigation, featuring Dr. Lisa Heslop from the Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women and Children (CREVAWC) Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 2 – 3:30pm EDT Screening for family violence (FV) is the first step in keeping parents who have […]
This webinar will present the key findings and recommendations from the Delivering Lifesaving Nutrition Report, the outcome of a pivotal, two-day Nutrition Retreat convened in Ottawa in the Fall of 2025. The retreat was convened by Action Against Hunger Canada (ACF) and the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children’s Health (CanWaCH), bringing together leaders from government, civil society, […]
WHAT IS CAMPAIGN SCHOOL? This program is designed to equip women, Two Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to run for political office in Canada. This module will focus on municipal elections as we prepare for upcoming races across the country. Equal Voice is a multi-partisan organization, and participants will […]
Join us for a one‑hour gathering that brings together Time to Act campaign and VIDEA partners across Canada and Zambia to honour and uplift ongoing climate justice leadership. This event acknowledges VIDEA’s commitment to climate justice and global solidarity and celebrates work being led by youth across borders. We will also invite participants to stand […]
A Global Call to Protect What Makes Democracy Work Across the world, civic space is under attack—from digital surveillance and legal repression to the silencing of activists and shrinking public participation. Yet from the margins to the mainstream, people are rising to defend the freedoms that make possible democracy, human rights, and justice. When civic […]
WHAT IS CAMPAIGN SCHOOL? This program is designed to equip women, Two Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to run for political office in Canada. This module will focus on municipal elections as we prepare for upcoming races across the country. Equal Voice is a multi-partisan organization, and participants will […]
Join the Global Sepsis Alliance for the 6th World Sepsis Congress, a global, virtual event advancing equitable sepsis care for the world’s most vulnerable populations. This year's theme is "Universal Sepsis Care for Newborns, Children, and Women". Hear from 85+ global experts, including clinicians, researchers, policymakers, survivors, and patient advocates, as they share the latest in maternal and neonatal care, […]
This online course provides practical guidance on chlorination for safe drinking water in emergency settings, with a focus on accurate dosage calculation and field application. Participants will explore key concepts such as free, combined, and residual chlorine, and the critical factors to consider before chlorinating water. Through step-by-step instruction and applied exercises, learners will use […]
WHAT IS CAMPAIGN SCHOOL? This program is designed to equip women, Two Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to run for political office in Canada. This module will focus on municipal elections as we prepare for upcoming races across the country. Equal Voice is a multi-partisan organization, and participants will […]
Event Timing: Sunday, 26th April, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne, Narrm, Australia Please register for this pre-conference only if you will physically be in Melbourne, and are already planning to attend for the Women Deliver conference and are arriving a day early for the pre-conference on Sunday, 26th […]
This session will bring together perspectives from government, civil society, coalition leadership, and local actors to examine how multistakeholder collaboration can help advance SRHR in a shifting global environment. Using the Canadian experience as a starting point, the discussion will explore how partnerships across sectors can sustain political commitment, strengthen accountability for global goals, and […]
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!
Join us on Wednesday, April 29th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Basic Income and Gender-Based Violence: Exploring the Transformative Potential of a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income to Support Safety and Autonomy, featuring Jennie Pearson and Moss from the Basic Income Youth Collective. Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 2 – 3:30pm EDT This session provides an accessible introduction into the world of […]
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 […]
This three-day conference will bring together scholars, practitioners, students, and community leaders to exchange innovative strategies, research, and ideas for addressing the urgent and interconnected challenges of our time, from the climate crisis and structural inequality to political violence and global health inequities. Meet our speakers below! Conference Theme: Interconnected Futures: Pathways to Justice in […]
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 […]
Curious about the Global Leadership Program? Join our virtual info session on May 4 to learn more and get your questions answered live. This session will walk you through the application process, program structure, and what to expect from the immersive in-person residency in Ottawa. You’ll also learn more about alumni engagement opportunities and how […]
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 […]
ABOUT THE EXHIBITION: If a photo speaks 1,000 words, these speak 1,001. Love at First Sight is not a showcase of technical expertise in composition, light, or technique. This exhibition features photos by our Tanzanian, Peruvian, and Nepali eye care patients after their sight was restored with cataract surgery or glasses. Each photographer was handed a camera and asked to […]
Endometriosis affects an estimated 10% (190 million) of reproductive age women worldwide. It has significant health, social and economic implications but access to diagnosis and treatment is often delayed and inequitable. Join the IBP Network, WHO/HRP and Partners as we discuss the global landscape of endometriosis policies and guidance. This webinar will present a summary […]
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 […]
Move Beyond Theory. Design for Real Impact. This session is designed for practitioners who already have a foundational understanding of intersectionality and are asking: what does this actually look like in practice? Whether you work in program design, policy, or implementation, this session will equip you with the tools to create more inclusive, equitable, and […]
The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC), and Cooperation Canada are pleased to invite you to participate in an upcoming three-part Charity Compliance Webinar Series, delivered in partnership with the Charities Directorate of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and sponsored by Human Concern International (HCI). This series is designed to support registered charities in strengthening […]
How to Design an Ethical AI Chatbot: Key Lessons from Real-World Implementation Curious about how to design an ethical AI chatbot? Come learn about the practical “how-to” of designing ethical AI chatbots in real-world development contexts. Drawing on hands-on experience from Girl Effect’s (https://www.girleffect.org/) chatbot work, this session explores how to design AI tools that […]
CanWaCH is pleased to invite members and partners to a virtual event, Partnering for Impact: Lessons from the CanWaCH Canadian Collaboratives for Global Health, taking place on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EDT. This session will highlight the findings, lessons and practical tools emerging from three collaborative projects focused on key […]
The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC), and Cooperation Canada are pleased to invite you to participate in an upcoming three-part Charity Compliance Webinar Series, delivered in partnership with the Charities Directorate of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and sponsored by Human Concern International (HCI). This series is designed to support registered charities in strengthening […]
Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a healthy, peaceful, and prosperous world. A person’s gender affects their ability to reduce their exposure to risks of poor health, access healthcare, adopt health-seeking behaviours, and achieve good health and well-being. To be effective, global health programs must adopt a […]
On behalf of the UBC Branch for Global Surgical Care and the Institute for Global Health at BC Children’s and Women’s Hospital (IGH-CW), we invite you to attend a talk on “Expanding Neonatal and Pediatric Surgical Care in Conflict-Affected Settings: The MSF Experience” featuring Dr. Shahrzad Joharifard and Dr. Jean-Pierre Létoquart. When: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, […]
On Wednesday, May 27th as the AVA Webinar Series presents The SPARX Program: Promoting Healthy Relationships and Preventing Dating Violence by Raising Awareness Among Youth, Caregivers, and Professionals, featuring Pénélope Allard-Cobeto and Émilie Marien from SPARX for Positive Romantic and Intimate Relationships. Wednesday, May 27th, 2026 2 – 3:30pm EDT The SPARX Program is a comprehensive prevention initiative designed to promote healthy […]
Register for Dignity in Dialogue’s upcoming session on May 28th from 10:30 AM- 12:00 PM EDT. Building on this year’s IDAHOBIT theme, At the Heart of Democracy, this session will examine the coordinated challenge anti-rights actors pose to LGBTIQ+ movements, democratic institutions, and civic space worldwide. Over the past decade, these actors have become increasingly […]
