24th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion – IUHPE 2022
The 24th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion (IUHPE 2022) will be held from May 15 to 19, 2022, in Montréal (Québec, Canada), and online, across the world.
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The 24th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion (IUHPE 2022) will be held from May 15 to 19, 2022, in Montréal (Québec, Canada), and online, across the world.
The Guttmacher Institute will hold a 60-minute virtual briefing on Wednesday, 17 May, 2022 , at 10:00 a.m. ET to highlight key findings of the study, related policy recommendations and the use of the new evidence for advocacy purposes.
Spur Change, in partnership with l’Association québécoise des organismes de coopération internationale (AQOCI), is inviting small and medium organizations (SMOs), educators and youth from coast-to-coast-to-coast to its Annual National Conference “Peace: Beyond the absence of war” which will take place from May 17 to 19, 2022 at the Bonaventure Hotel, in downtown Montreal.
Did COVID-19 impact contraceptive use? Don't miss an excellent introduction to longitudinal analysis as PMA and IPUMS use PMA data to examine whether the COVID-19 pandemic impacted contraceptive use.
Chat & Connect with an inspiring global health leader
Join the Equal Futures Network, a CanWaCH initiative, for an interactive incubator session exploring meaningful youth engagement in the lead up to our first-ever gender equality summit, Equal Futures 2022, from June 7-8, 2022 in Ottawa.
OBJECTIVES: 1. To present the latest research on COVID-19 vaccination coverage across Ontario. 2. To discuss the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period, with a focus on how to support families navigating vaccination decisions. 3. To support those working with pregnant and expectant families in making informed COVID-19 vaccination-related decisions throughout […]
Pandemic Periods and Girls Health Ed are partnering to bring you a thought-provoking and action-orientated discussion in observance of Menstrual Health Day on May 27.
We are excited for you to join us at this premier gathering of global thought leaders, innovators and social entrepreneurs as we use evidence and experience to debate and advance solutions that drive social impact!
Join Results Canada for a civil society roundtable with Winnie Biyanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS.
In-person networking opportunity to discuss findings from the Foreign Policy By Canadians research, analysing findings from an Alberta lens
The summit will provide an in person forum for the gender equality movement in Canada to come together, in all its diversity, to build connections, strengthen capacity, share expertise, and shape a path towards a fairer and more equitable Canada.
The 2019–2020 Global Resources Report: Government & Philanthropic Support for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex Communities is coming soon!
Using a feminist lens, the seminar panel will discuss the needs of displaced persons and broader, media coverage, humanitarian response and foreign policy.
Are you interested in global surgery? Want to hear from interdisciplinary surgical providers and #healthcare professionals from around the world? Come to the Bethune Round Table 2022!
On June 23, Aga Khan Foundation Canada is pleased to host Nature-based Solutions, Climate Resilience, and the SDGs, welcoming a panel of experienced practitioners who aim to reduce climate risks, advance climate resilience, and support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
You are invited to our next virtual town hall in recognition of World Refugee Day 2022.
In honour of World Refugee Day, join us on Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 12:30 to 3:00 PM ET, to deepen your understanding of equality and human rights and the connection to the refugee crisis.
Registration is now open for Plan Canada's Youth Summit!
The VCE is an informal, interactive, and community-driven opportunity for you to engage with the wider IATI Community.
Engage in a discussion about the implementation of the SDGs, the shortcomings in implementation for those left furthest behind, and best practice responses to emerging threats to LGBTI+ communities.
CommunityFirst approaches to health and social issues among Inuit communities
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Women’s political leadership is critical for achieving the SDGs, including improving gender equity and SRHR in UHC outcomes. Join us for a virtual discussion tackling these issues on the sidelines of the UN High-level Political Forum.
On Wednesday, July 13, at 12pm ET, four member agencies of the Humanitarian Coalition will be hosting a Twitter Space to discuss the causes, context and response to the hunger crisis.
Join the Country Advocacy Working Group and the Interagency Working Group on Reproductive Health in Crises for a dynamic discussion on navigating the unique challenges of delivering sexual and reproductive health services in humanitarian and fragile settings
July 21st is the day that we are looking forward to welcoming you in and starting on this journey together.
We cordially invite you to the 10th UCG Edition on Diabetes and Endocrinology Conference set up on July 27-28, 2022 in Dubai, UAE and Online. The theme of the conference is “Deliberate the important research and ongoing practices to reduce Diabetes”.
AIDS 2022 will take place from 29 July to 2 August 2022, with pre-conference meetings beginning on 27 July 2022.
Registration is now open for Plan Canada's Youth Summit!
On 23 December 1994, the United Nations General Assembly decided, in its resolution 49/214, that the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People shall be observed on 9 August every year. The date marks the day of the first meeting, in 1982, of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations. On this day, people from around the […]
Patient case studies, interactive trivia, and group discussions on the subject of gender bias in health experiences and medical care.
On August 12th, 2022, the 1st IDEAS for Gender Equality Community Building Event will be held in beautiful downtown Toronto, Ontario
WGH will be hosting, in partnership with other CSOs, four regional town halls in selected regions where there are high numbers of humanitarian emergencies that expose communities to Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment
Nous sommes très heureux de vous confirmer que la 9ième édition du Congrès International d'Épidémiologie, initialement programmée en 2020, aura lieu du 18 au 20 août 2022, sur le campus de l'Université Laval à Québec (Canada). S'ajoute également une journée de pré-congrès, le 17 août, visant particulièrement les étudiant.e.s et les jeunes professionnel.le.s. Nous avons hâte de vous accueillir en sol […]
World Water Week is the place to explore new ways of managing water and tackle humanity’s greatest challenges
The 13th International Conference on the Maternal & Child Health (MCH) Handbook promotes health equity and aims to bring the health of mothers and their children to the forefront as, too often, social barriers make mothers feel invisible.
Medical Herstory's Feminist Research Conference featuring researchers, activists, lived experience panels, and workshops!
Lucky Iron Fish is hosting a digital lunch and learn session to showcase their latest data and research on the use of the Lucky Iron Fish to address iron deficiency anemia. Lucky Iron Fish offers a novel tool for iron deficiency anemia and provides in-depth training and resources for program implementation. Over the past 4 […]
In recent months, we've heard our members share the complexities and challenges of engaging communities and harnessing the power of social media to amplify their social impact. The Equal Futures Network, a CanWaCH initiative, has been working with the team and community at the On Canada Project to design a resource that helps leaders, communications practitioners, and social media managers […]
Learn the successful journey to becoming an international volunteer, connect with a community of change makers and volunteers and get your question answered by staff and past volunteers from: The International Bureau for Children’s Rights, Crossroads International, l'UPA Développement international, le Programme CLÉ, Co-Operative Development Foundation of Canada, Youth Challenge International, Veterinarians without Borders, Cuso […]
Engage with the Population Council and invited experts from UN-Habitat, PSI, and the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) in a panel discussion regarding urban disparities in SRHR, and the challenges and opportunities for leveraging the urban context to tackle these disparities. Sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are a critical component of […]
Engage with the Population Council and invited experts from UN-Habitat, PSI, and the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) in a panel discussion regarding urban disparities in SRHR, and the challenges and opportunities for leveraging the urban context to tackle these disparities. Sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are a critical component of […]
We’re Discussing Unpaid Care this Gender Equality Week!
GLOBAL STORIES OF CHANGE THAT CHANGE OUR GLOBAL STORY This September join the Ontario Council for International Cooperation (OCIC) community for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Symposium 2022: ‘Global Stories of Change that Change Our Global Story’. This year our AGM will be held virtually on September 22 and will include a formal business meeting with […]
Join us for an evening of connection and inspiration, with a little side of business, at CAWST’s AGM + Global Impact Celebration. Enjoy a cocktail and canapes while you learn about the magic (or maybe it’s science) behind our sand and household water treatment, and listen to an insider’s dialogue with CAWST’s CEO, Shauna Curry. […]
This evening will consist of a 5à7 and a panel discussion to hear directly from a group of influential Inuit speakers about some of the health and social challenges facing their communities, and how we can harness a CommunityFirst approach to co-create solutions.
Join us as we memorialize the children lost to the residential school system and honour Survivors and their families.
GLOBAL STORIES OF CHANGE THAT CHANGE OUR GLOBAL STORY This September join the Ontario Council for International Cooperation (OCIC) community for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Symposium 2022: ‘Global Stories of Change that Change Our Global Story’. This year our AGM will be held virtually on September 22 and will include a formal business meeting with […]
GLOBAL STORIES OF CHANGE THAT CHANGE OUR GLOBAL STORY This September join the Ontario Council for International Cooperation (OCIC) community for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Symposium 2022: ‘Global Stories of Change that Change Our Global Story’. This year our AGM will be held virtually on September 22 and will include a formal business meeting with […]
Join us for the first FREE Open House during the annual campaign “I am A Crossroader”. This event is the perfect opportunity to discover or learn more about our activities and programs. Be ready to connect and get involved with Crossroads! Register now!
Hear from Tania Shephard, Pilar Garcia, and a community member from the Mujeres Unidas por la Seguridad Alimentaria y Ambiental project, on how they are working in partnership with women farmers and women’s networks to share knowledge, advocate for food security and support community led decision-making.
Join us and presenter Dr. Mike Lang, Founder and Director of Common Language Digital Storytelling, Health Researcher, and Filmmaker, next week for a webinar that will explore how empowering Digital storytelling (DST) can be in Global Health and how it can help build momentum toward a more equitable world. Register now: http://bit.ly/3BbhRvn
Join us on September 29 to celebrate our #FightForWhatCounts recent success and prepare for our #EndPoverty Challenge in October. In this webinar, you will hear from Results Canada’s Executive Director on the power of our campaigns and why they matter. You will gain a greater understanding of how Results campaigns generate big wins like securing […]
A capacity-building session and community of practice event About this event Nature-based climate solutions (NBCS) that conserve, restore, and sustainably use biodiversity and ecosystems hold promise in helping people adapt to the impacts of climate change. Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) are hosting an NBCS capacity-building […]
"Girls on the Frontline” will highlight progress and challenges toward ending child marriage on the 10th anniversary of International Day of the Girl. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, get in touch with [email protected] by October 4. Click here to register!
Climate change impacts us all – with the immediate effects most often felt through water insecurity. So why, we ask, is only 3% of climate finance dedicated to water-related adaptation? As 2030 fast approaches, the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets on water and sanitation are still distant hopes, and water insecurity is growing as the […]
In recent months, we've heard our members share the complexities and challenges of engaging communities and harnessing the power of social media to amplify their social impact. The Equal Futures Network, a CanWaCH initiative, has been working with the team and community at the On Canada Project to design a resource that helps leaders, communications practitioners, and social media managers […]
You’re invited to join us to celebrate together the launch of “Window of Quebec” program! ZMQ Global is pleased to invite you to its launch event! In a warm atmosphere, we would like to offer you a first glimpse of the digital stories developed by ZMQ Global as part of the Window on Quebec project. […]
World Sight Day is on Thursday, October 13, 2022 and together with the global eye care community, we will be focusing attention on the importance of eye care for all. Please join us by prioritising your own eye health. Nearly everyone on the planet will experience an eye health issue in their lifetime, however, more than […]
Ce 13 octobre 2022 aura lieu une discussion ouverte sur les féminismes décoloniaux en coopération et solidarité internationales de 9h30 à 12h10 (Heure de l’Est UTC-4) via Zoom, organisée par le Comité québécois femmes et développement (CQFD) de l’AQOCI et la Chaire Claire-Bonenfant – Femmes, Savoirs et Sociétés de l’Université Laval. La traduction simultanée (français, […]
Join us for the International Cooperation Futures Festival – Reconnect, unlearn, envision and engage
You’re invited to join CAGH’s next webinar! The CAGH Working Group on Climate Change and Health is back in action this fall and ready to host a new round of webinars that address challenges that lie at the intersection of health and climate change. When: October 19, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time Description: Tune in for […]
THE PLEDGE FOR CHANGE 2030 RE-IMAGINES THE ROLE OF INGOS IN THE GLOBAL HUMANITARIAN AND DEVELOPMENT AID SYSTEM. The Pledge for Change is a result of a two-year effort organized and led by Degan Ali and her organization Adeso, in response to INGO leaders seeking her help to push the sector forward. The Pledge builds […]
Join us for an event addressing the situation in Iran and its global implications.
On Thursday 10 November (13:30- 18:00 UTC) IATI will host its fourth ‘Virtual Community Exchange’ (VCE4) on Zoom. Registrations for the VCE4 are open. The VCE is an informal, interactive, and community-driven opportunity for you to engage with the wider IATI Community. It offers a space for shared learning, to spark discussions or showcase flagship projects. We look […]
ICFP 2022 will take place from 14 to 17 November 2022, with pre-conferences, side events, and site visits beginning on 12 November 2022.
CanWaCH is hosting our virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) and we hope to see you there! Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022 Time: 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m. EST 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, […]
Join Breakfast Culture for an interactive training session with an in-depth focus on how to integrate the principles of diversity and inclusion into your work
Measuring gender equality and women and girls' empowerment is an ongoing learning journey. Feminist MEAL (monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning) is a critical piece of gender transformative programming. Inspired by Global Affairs Canada's soon-to-be-released Gender Empowerment Measurement tool, join us on Thursday, November 17th from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. EST for an interactive virtual symposium […]
Canada's Leading Forum for Racialized Perinatal Healthcare Creating space for people who care about equitable perinatal health. The Conference The Racialized Maternal Health Conference is a forum where professionals, students, experts, researchers, policy-makers and other stakeholders will come together to pursue efforts to improve racialized maternal-newborn health and practices in Canada by promoting best practices, […]
The uncertainty of conflict, climate change, economic and/or financial crises and pandemics, continues to call for attention and resources that will redress the inequities that exist along the continuum from local to global, within and between countries. The COVID-19 global pandemic has upended life for people everywhere and has highlighted the dramatic uncertainty of our […]
We are pleased to invite you to join CanWaCH and Results Canada for a civil society roundtable with the World Health Organization's Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, who will be visiting Ottawa on November 23-25 to meet with Canadian senior officials and parliamentarians. This represents the highest-level visit from the WHO to Ottawa […]
Please join Maternal and Infant Health Canada (a global public health collaborative devoted to improving wellbeing of the environment, young ones and those who identify as women) and the Global Women’s Health Network (an alumni group of the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health Takemi program in International Health) for a webinar that is open to all, free of charge. We host webinars every two months. All welcome!
Join us on December 5th, 2022 at 12pm EST to celebrate International Volunteer Day, in solidarity! Come hear the personal stories of volunteers and local partners on emerging issues in international cooperation, and learn more on how volunteering is playing a key role! We look forward to seeing you and talking with you! #IVD2022 #BecomingAVolunteer […]
In the context of the International Day of Human Rights, celebrated on December 10 and the International Day for Universal Health Coverage, celebrated on December 12, INMUJERES, Women in Global Health, OHCHR, the Government of France and UN Women are convening this multi stakeholder panel discussion entitled "Gender Equality and Care Systems to Guarantee Universal […]
Francophone AfricanTown Hall on Prevention of and Response to Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment in Global Health
Africa Dialogues will bring together thought leaders, policymakers, climate activists and health experts to unpack the linkages between climate change and health and spearhead discussions on what must be done to position health at the heart of climate action plans.
Throughout human history, migration has been a courageous expression of the individual’s will to overcome adversity and to live a better life. Today, globalization, together with advances in communications and transportation, has greatly increased the number of people, who have the desire and the capacity to move to other places. This new era has created […]
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 […]
Today, inflation, gas prices and grocery bills have been front of mind for many Canadians. Our brothers and sisters around the world have been struggling with food supply, job opportunities and increasing health concerns. The world needs Canada now more than ever and Canadians can change the outcome of those living in extreme poverty right […]
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 […]
The Centre for International and Child Health (CICH) at BC Children's Hospital and the BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre are thrilled to announce the 5th Annual Global Health Conference (GHC23). GHC23 is an annual event bringing together a community of students, trainees, clinicians, researchers, and faculty from across health professions and disciplines to share […]
Join us as we chat with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) & Canadian Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases about #WorldNTDday
Please join Maternal and Infant Health Canada (a global public health collaborative devoted to improving well-being of the environment, young ones and those who identify as women) and the Global Women’s Health Network (an alumni group of the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health Takemi program in International Health) for our January webinar titled […]
About the webinar We are delighted to be joined by IIPHG, Professor, Dr. Kranti Suresh Vora. Dr Kranti Suresh Vora is an obstetrician turned public health professional. She had her medical degrees from India, MBBS DGO & MD from B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad. Dr Vora did her MPH at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Baltimore, […]
DUE CARE: GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT IN TIMES OF ACCELERATED CHANGE This year’s International Forum will explore how we can continue to advance responsible development during times of accelerated change, bringing together our network, peers, and collaborators in the broader global development and social movement spaces! SCHEDULE OVERVIEW February 1, 2023 9am-11am: Unconference Part 1 11am - […]
Toute personne qui souhaite mener une démarche de plaidoyer ou d’influence pour agir sur les déterminants sociaux de la santé, peu importe sa profession ou son milieu de travail : ministère, organisation non gouvernementale, réseau de la santé, association, ordre professionnel, organisme communautaire, etc. Description Le plaidoyer est une compétence clé en promotion de la […]
Advocacy often starts with putting key issues on the radar of those in power —and keeping the pressure on with actionable asks. Join us! Results Canada is a nonprofit advocacy organization with a network of passionate volunteers committed to generating the political will to end extreme poverty in low- and middle-income countries. "Political will" means […]
Fighting misinformation in 2023 The pandemic has put a long running issue in the spotlight: misinformation. It’s clear that the main fight for science communicators across the world is the prevalence of misinformation on social media. Join us on February 2nd as ScienceUpFirst hosts a one day symposium to provide researchers, science and health communicators, educators and students with the tools […]
DUE CARE: GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT IN TIMES OF ACCELERATED CHANGE This year’s International Forum will explore how we can continue to advance responsible development during times of accelerated change, bringing together our network, peers, and collaborators in the broader global development and social movement spaces! SCHEDULE OVERVIEW February 1, 2023 9am-11am: Unconference Part 1 11am - […]
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, […]
February 7 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm EST The reading group will be a space for learning, reflection, and exchange. Beginning this Black History Month grounding the important work of this month in the context of our sector we will be reading Afrotopia by Felwine Sarr. “Sarr takes the reader on a philosophical journey that is as […]
Join us for our webinar on sexual and reproductive health and rights issues in Ivory Coast, Senegal and Togo! Description: Learn more about the project "Equitable Sexual and Reproductive Health Education for Empowerment and Freedom of Choice" (ENSEMBLE project) and how it addresses the issues identified in these three target countries. Our colleagues from Humanity […]
On a global scale, uncertainty has taken on many faces – the war in Ukraine, a decline in the global Human Development Index, economic instability, and climate disasters, among others – which is leading to a myriad of disruptions in day-to-day living. As stated within the 2021-2022 UNDP Human Development Report, “The hero and the […]
To mark Canada's International Development Week, we are moderating a panel discussion on the Pakistan Floods, climate change, food security, and gender justice. Our three panelists are: Areebah Shahid, Executive Director of Pakistan Youth Change Advocates; Isbah Hameed, doctoral candidate, ISS, Erasmus University Rotterdam; and Farrah Naz, Pakistan Country Director, the Global Alliance for Improved […]
Women, girls and gender-diverse folk worldwide remain systemically disadvantaged and under-represented in positions of power, both here in Canada and across the globe. In 2023, Good Neighbors Canada is actively working on multiple programs to provide education supporting gender equity, not only for women, but for whole societies, to move towards the acceptance and empowerment […]
Hosted by Children Believe, this virtual panel will spotlight the issue of youth employability in Central America and highlight the achievements of the 4-year “EMPUJE Project: Closing the Gender Gap in Youth Employability”, which aims to improve the employment potential and professional skills of 1200 young women and men through public and private partnerships.
You are invited to our February 9, 2023 virtual town hall, highlighting the environmental and biodiversity efforts underway in Honduras. Due to its geographic characteristics, the country has been hit hard by several natural disasters over recent years, and these events are expected to increase. Join a conversation with: Cuso International’s Head of Programs for […]
Date: Thursday, 09 February 2023 Time: 12-1 PM EST / 5-6PM GM / 6-7PM WAT / 9-10 AM PST (60 minutes)Chair: Dr. Rebecca Heidkamp, SISN Vice President & Development Councilor Moderator: Dr. Shannon King, SISN Councilor-at-Large Guest Speaker: Dr. Olutayo Adeyemi Nutrition Consultant, Nutrition, Agriculture and Health Initiative & Adjunct Professor, Department of […]
International Development Week 2023 celebrates the people of Canada working in support of international development Join Cuso International and friends, Beautiful World Canada, WUSC, the Canadian Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) and Crossroads International for a documentary screening. Global Affairs Canada's International Development Week 2023 celebrates the people of Canada working in support of […]