
Global Health Spotlight Series – In Conversation
Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by the Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. Join us as […]

Discover upcoming events, activities and learning opportunities in global health, international development, and gender equality.
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Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by the Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. Join us as […]

Celebrate Black History Month with an inspiring discussion featuring Black Changemakers, Innovators, and Disruptors shaping Canada's international cooperation sector. This dynamic panel will highlight the contributions, challenges, and leadership of […]

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 […]
We’re thrilled to honour the winners of MCIC’s 2025 Development Impact Awards and their incredible programs that are transforming lives. Join us and you’ll hear from three of MCIC’s members, […]
Celebrate Black History Month with an inspiring discussion featuring Black Changemakers, Innovators, and Disruptors shaping Canada's international cooperation sector. This dynamic panel will highlight the contributions, challenges, and leadership of […]
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 […]

Real change happens when people come together and use their collective power to lift up their communities. Together we have the ability to represent an array of people, issues and […]
Don’t just be a participant—be a change-maker. This is your invitation to step up, speak out, and shape the future of health and development in Africa.

What is FGS? Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) affects millions of women and girls on the continent of Africa. It is a complication of chronic, untreated schistosomiasis in women and girls. […]
Tuesday, 11 March, 2025 - 14:00-15:30 PST Online Register Here About the Session This online session will demonstrate how research findings about women’s adaptation and resilience during COVID-19 were transformed into […]

In this NGO CSW parallel event, co-hosted by the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) and Women Graduates-USA, panelists will discuss the progress made and ways forward to achieve gender equality, highlighting the […]
Building on the regional report "Powerful yet Overlooked: African Women with Disabilities and the Ongoing Struggle for Inclusion, 30 Years after Beijing", our event will highlight the persistent gaps in […]

Calling all educators! Are you looking to bring global perspectives into your classroom? How do we equip students to think critically about global issues like education for refugee children and […]
Side session at the 69th Commission on the Status of Women Join Colombia University and GHAE as we unveil groundbreaking new data on how shifts in the U.S. foreign aid […]

CanWaCH is excited to present the next offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! Training objective: This training aims to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership […]

Where does the money from N4G commitments go, and which interventions should be prioritized to achieve impact on nutrition and health? This side event will highlight high-impact, but underfunded, interventions […]

For World Tuberculosis Day on March 24th, Results Canada thrilled to be hosting a public event in Toronto to Unite to #EndTB! Date: Monday, March 24 Time: 6pm-8pm Location: Ted Rogers […]

CanWaCH is excited to present the next offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! Training objective: This training aims to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership […]

Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW) is an annual gathering in Geneva where the humanitarian community comes together to collaborate on knowledge-sharing to strengthen our sector, nurture long-standing partnerships and […]

How will recent USAID funding cuts shape healthcare in Africa—and what does it mean for the rest of the world? Join Amref USA CEO Robert Kelty and Director of Health […]

Nutrition International and the Asian Development Bank invite you to an official N4G side event: Mainstreaming nutrition in development: Unlocking the potential of multilateral development banks Date: March 26th, 2025 […]

CanWaCH is excited to present the next offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! Training objective: This training aims to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership […]

CanWaCH is excited to present the next offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! Training objective: This training aims to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership […]

CanWaCH is excited to present the next offering of our virtual gender equality training sessions! Training objective: This training aims to build the confidence and capacity of the CanWaCH membership […]

How do global media portrayals and popular misconceptions of Africa shape investment, economic development, and policymaking? What are the real costs of these narratives, and how can they be challenged? Join […]

“Love at First Sight” offers an intimate answer—through the eyes of former patients who captured what they missed most. If a photo speaks 1,000 words, these speak 1,001. “Love at First […]

Coming up in the hashtag#GrowingIndigenousStorytellersFellowship training series: 'Story Structure & Editing' ft Tristan Ahtone! ? https://lnkd.in/e-4zA-Td Story structure is one of the most important ways journalists can convey information and […]

Join Criterion Institute and Equality Fund for a thought-provoking discussion on advancing gender lens investing through the power of endowments. This public convening brings together our shared audiences and stakeholders to explore how financial […]

Formerly the site of a rubbish dump, Al-Azhar Park has transformed the lives and livelihoods of the artisans in the surrounding neighbourhood and has become an urban oasis in Cairo, […]

This year’s theme is Creativity Through Crisis: Lessons from Global Mental Health. GHC25 will provide a platform to discuss the intensifying impact of global crises—conflict, climate change, and COVID-19—on mental […]

This event will be available in-person and online. Free to attend. Co-hosted by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) and Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID). Join us for […]

Partners in Health Canada Case Competition Join us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on maternal mortality in Haiti. This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to […]

In a world filled with uncertainty, elections provide a critical opportunity to ensure our voices are heard on the global stage. Whether or not you have the right to vote, now is the time to let our local candidates know that Canada’s role in tackling global challenges matters to us all.

2025 theme: Reflecting on the past, empowering the present, and shaping the future. Proudly hosted by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute's Canadian Women's Heart Health Centre, and Heart & Stroke, the Canadian Women’s […]

Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by: The Institute for Global Health at BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre Join us for […]

Let’s honour our volunteers, their expertise, and their dedication! #NVW2025 #IAmACrossroader For National Volunteer Week, we’re spotlighting the incredible commitment of Crossroads International’s volunteers. From Senegal to Tanzania, from gender […]

This will be a space to come together as a community—to share, reflect, and build hope. We’ll present the new version of Aya Contigo, and hear from allies who will share […]

Join us for ConnectHer: Building Bridges for Working Women Across Canada, a dynamic and empowering conference designed to celebrate, connect, and inspire women in the workforce, with a special focus […]

Join us in Toronto for our CanWaCH Dialogue on May 6. Hosted at Malaparte from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. EDT, the evening provides an opportunity to casually connect with […]

Join the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation for an inspiring evening of coffee and conversation at our next Local Brews + Global Views, as we dive into the incredible work […]

Please join the UBC Department of Pediatrics and Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre on Friday May 9, 2025, from 12:00 – 1:00pm for a Pediatric […]

We've witnessed the ongoing impact of the funding cuts to global humanitarian aid, and with the recent dissolving of USAID, the system is stretched to it's breaking point. Right now, […]

With the election of a new federal government, we have invited leaders in civil society organizations to discuss what will and should be key priorities for action around ensuring rights […]

The Compassionate Action: Transforming the World Together virtual conference, organized by the Charter for Compassion, unites diverse sectors, such as Arts, Business, Education, and Social Justice. This two-day event from May 14th – […]

Every two days in Canada, a woman is killed by a man. Most often, it is a man they share a home with. Join Aura Freedom at It's Ok* Studios for an […]

Shifting global priorities and funding uncertainties are creating a more complex environment to secure resources for global health and gender equality programming. Join colleagues from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. […]

Join us for McGill’s Introduction to Gender Equality and Global Health course May 20–23, 2025 | Online Only Gender influences every aspect of health, including access to care, exposure to risk, and outcomes. […]

We are thrilled to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Summer Institutes in 2025! Over the past decade, we have proudly delivered short courses designed for students and professionals alike. […]

Welcome to the Global Health Spotlight Series - In Conversation! Hosted by the Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. Join us as […]
Join us for the launch of the report: Moving the Needle: Reimagining Canada’s Development and Humanitarian Engagement!

Cohosted by African Impact Initiative & ONE Campaign in Partnership with the African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto Step into a bold conversation on the future of Canada-African […]

Date: Friday, May 23, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: EVNT by LAUFT, 95 King Street East, Unit 101, Toronto, ON M5C 1G4 (Get directions) Attire: Cocktail reception RSVP by: May 21, 2025 Contact: Crysta […]

Cohosted by African Impact Initiative & ONE Campaign, in Partnership with the African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto This is where innovation meets inclusion! Day 2 celebrates the entrepreneurial […]

Join CanWaCH and sector colleagues for a relaxed and informal gathering in Vancouver on May 26. Meet and be inspired by researchers, practitioners and advocates — all working to strengthen […]

Kick-off Toronto Pride season by joining us for a powerful evening of conversation and storytelling at a live recording of Journalists for Human Rights’ (JHR) podcast, in partnership with Dignity Network […]

Women and girls face unique challenges compared to their male counterparts, such as gender pay inequity and lack of access to reproductive health services. While awareness of these disparities has […]

Can faith-based mindset shifts improve child health outcomes? Join World Vision Canada and the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith & Local Communities to explore new evidence from a multi-year, mixed-methods study […]

The data landscape is changing. In February 2025, the Demographic Health Survey (DHS) Program, a major source of demographic and health data in many countries, saw its funding discontinued. This […]

Results Canada’s 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) is coming up on June 11, 2025, at 7pm ET (5:00 pm MT, 4:00 pm PT). This special annual session is an opportunity […]

Join Us for a Virtual Dialogue on Strengthening Collective Action in Preventing Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) This event will bring together sector leaders, government officials, and PSEAH advocates […]

Nourishing Progress: Delivering on Nutrition Commitments for Maternal and Newborn Health Join us for the fifth PMNCH Ready, Set, Implement high-impact dialogue, “Nourishing Progress: Delivering on Nutrition Commitments for Maternal […]

Applications for the Summer Institute are now open, until February 10th. Visit our website for details https://bit.ly/KTCSI25! The next KT Canada Summer Institute will take place from June 17-19, 2025 […]

Foreign aid is facing deep uncertainty. Powerful nations are cutting Overseas Development Assistance (ODA), threatening global solidarity and long-standing partnerships for justice, climate action, and gender equality. ACIC’s 2025 Symposium, […]

The event will bring together Afghan diaspora voices, journalists, civil society leaders, students, and policymakers to discuss the ongoing challenges facing Afghanistan’s press freedom and civic space. We will also […]

The data landscape is changing. In February 2025, the Demographic Health Survey (DHS) Program, a major source of demographic and health data in many countries, saw its funding discontinued. This […]

Get ready for an important conversation! We'll give you more details later - are you ready! Across the Americas, reproductive justice movements are built not just through protests or policy […]

The conference is an opportunity for youth to get informed, get inspired, and take action on local and global issues in a safe and welcoming space. Participants will meet and […]

*This event will be hosted in French only / Cet événement sera uniquement en français Malgré des objectifs communs, les collaborations entre les différents acteurs de terrain tels que les […]

The CanWaCH Dialogue is coming to Montréal on July 7! Hosted from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. EDT, the evening provides an opportunity to casually connect with professionals and colleagues […]

This session will explore how to engage men and boys in conversations about harm in a way that fosters both empathy and accountability. Attendees will learn about the approaches that […]

Join us for an interactive conversation with the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children’s Health (CanWaCH) hosted by the Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation (SCIC) that pulls back the curtain on how global health […]

Come talk to our team to learn about the 2025 ARC survey, get clarifications or support on technical issues. Attend here!

This engaging webinar explores the root causes of sexual violence and factors that may prevent people from intervening, while introducing strategies to address harassment in ways that empower the person […]

Virtual Side Event at the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2025 “Equity at the Core, Evidence in Action: Canadian Youth Shaping a Sustainable and Inclusive Tomorrow” July 17, 2025, 1:00 PM […]

The ongoing reports of emotional exhaustion in caring professionals provide compelling evidence that innovative preventive efforts to foster well-being are needed now more than ever. The “Tri-Respect Framework” that promotes […]

This is a joint webinar organized by WHO AFRO, UNFPA ESARO and WCARO, and UNICEF ESARO and WCARO on new estimates of maternal and infant mortality. We would like to […]

Join us July 29th at 12:00PM (EST) for an important discussion on fostering more just and equitable public engagement practices. This webinar highlights key insights from a recent Inter-Council Network research project […]

With a new Canadian government now in place, civil society organizations must act strategically to ensure their priorities remain visible and influential. Effective advocacy begins with a clear understanding of […]

The “I Know A Guy” webinar is an interactive session that will focus on men’s experiences with various forms of abuse. As abuse has no boundaries, this webinar will discuss […]

With global cuts to humanitarian and development aid at a time when the need for funding has never been greater, how can we ensure the needs of refugees and internally […]

Join us on Wednesday, August 6th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Suing for Silence: Sexual Violence and Defamation Law in Canada, featuring Dr. Mandi Gray from Trent University. Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 12 […]

Join us on Wednesday, August 13th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Understanding the Health, Educational, Judicial, and Social Outcomes of Manitoba Children Exposed to Intimate Partner Violence, featuring Dr. Kelly Russell from the University […]

As we approach World Humanitarian Day 2025, Humanity & Inclusion Canada warmly invites you to join us for a free webinar on the daily challenges faced by frontline humanitarian workers. […]

Join us on Wednesday, August 20th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Shame-To-Guilt and Stalking: Exploring Two Forms of Intimate Partner Violence among Sexual and Gender Minorities and Women Living Rurally, […]

Join us on Wednesday, August 27th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Reclaim: Financial Advocacy for Trafficked Victims of Coerced and Fraudulent Debt, featuring Julie Moore and Gursharon Singh from Victim Services Toronto. Wednesday, August 27th, […]

Special 3-Part Learning Series Join our special 3-part learning series, “Understanding the Residential School System: From Historical Legacy to Ongoing Impacts, Reconciliation, and Resilience,” offered exclusively in September 2025 via […]

Spur Change invites small and medium-sized organizations (SMOs) and anyone else interested in the topic across Canada and abroad to take part in a conversation series on promoting gender equity […]

Join us on Wednesday, September 3rd, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Rethinking Help-Seeking and Community Responsibility: Canadian Women’s Experiences of Intimate Partner Stalking featuring Olivia Peters from the University of Guelph. Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 […]

We invite you to celebrate World Sexual Health Day, with the Women's Health Research Institute. World Sexual Health Day (WSHD) is recognized each year on September 4 and is managed […]

Special 3-Part Learning Series Join our special 3-part learning series, “Understanding the Residential School System: From Historical Legacy to Ongoing Impacts, Reconciliation, and Resilience,” offered exclusively in September 2025 via […]

Join us on Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 at 1:30 PM for a special reading with Dr. Stephen Rulisa, visiting professor and clinician from Rwanda, as he shares passages from his […]

Spur Change invites small and medium-sized organizations (SMOs) and anyone else interested in the topic across Canada and abroad to take part in a conversation series on promoting gender equity […]

Join us on Wednesday, September 10th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents U.S. Pregnancy-Associated Suicide, featuring Dr. Qing Li from Rocky Mountain Regional Chapter of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (RM-SAHM) in Denver, […]

We live in a time of complex, interconnected challenges — where traditional solutions often fall short and real change demands new ways of thinking and acting. Join AKFC for an […]

Please join the UBC Department of Pediatrics and Institute for Global Health for a Pediatric Grand Rounds by Dr. Stephen Rulisa, visiting professor and clinician from Rwanda, on “New Innovations to […]

Special 3-Part Learning Series Join our special 3-part learning series, “Understanding the Residential School System: From Historical Legacy to Ongoing Impacts, Reconciliation, and Resilience,” offered exclusively in September 2025 via […]

This event will include simultaneous English/French interpretation. Join the HIV Legal Network and the Stephen Lewis Foundation for a vital conversation on why the Global Fund’s replenishment is crucial for LGBTIQ health […]

Join us on Wednesday, September 17th, as the AVA Webinar Series presents Insights from the Brazilian Unified Health System, featuring Mayara Alves Luis from the Federal University of Espírito Santo (UFES), Brazil. Wednesday, September 17th, […]

We’re thrilled to welcome you to the CanWaCH Academy from September 22 to 25!

Truth and Reconciliation Week 2025 is a transformative five-day journey for students (grades 1-12), educators, and the broader community to engage with the poignant history and enduring spirit of First […]

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