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  • ARC Hub BIPOC Staff/Leadership Roundtable for Canadian International Cooperation Sector

    ARC Hub BIPOC Staff/Leadership Roundtable for Canadian International Cooperation Sector
    Virtual , Canada

    Join us for an empowering and inclusive virtual gathering designed exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and racialised (BIPOC) staff working in the Canadian international cooperation sector. This roundtable provides a unique space for BIPOC staff to connect, share experiences, and collectively address challenges within the sector. Engage in insightful discussions, gain valuable perspectives from experienced professionals, […]

  • Adaptation to climate change-driven infectious disease risks in Canada

    Virtual , Canada

    Multiple national and international assessments of possible impacts of climate change on infectious diseases have highlighted a range of climate-sensitive diseases and the possibility of i) geographic spread of infectious diseases from endemic areas to regions where they have not been seen before; and ii) more epidemic behavior of mosquito-borne, and food and water-borne infectious […]

  • Celebrating gender and malaria successes and heroes panel discussion

    Virtual , Canada

    For the 2024 World Malaria Day, gender is at the forefront of the agenda. Over the last few years, progress towards malaria elimination have stagnated and in 2022, 608 000 lost their lives to malaria while 249 million malaria cases were reported. Research from various countries shows that gender-based economic, cultural, and social dynamics have […]

  • Global Immunization: The emerging threat of diseases like measles and the need to reach every child

    Virtual , Canada

    Join us as Dr. Natasha Crowcroft (WHO) and Dr. Ephrem Lemango (UNICEF) discuss emerging infectious disease threats around the globe, and the state of efforts to protect the world's children through immunization. Hosted by the Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases (CVPD) and the Centre for Global Health (CGH) at University of Toronto's Dalla Lana School […]

  • Beyond Hospital Doors: A Deep Dive into Post-Discharge Mortality Among Rwandan Children

    Hybrid , Canada

    Please join the Institute for Global Health at BC Children's Hospital and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre on Thursday, May 8, 2024 from 12:00 – 1:00PM for a global health special seminar by Dr. Christian Umuhoza on “Beyond Hospital Doors: A Deep Dive into Post-Discharge Mortality Among Rwandan Children”. He will present the Smart […]

  • 9th Annual Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI Forum)

    UNHQ New York 405 E 42nd St, New York, NY, United States

    Registration for representatives of non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders - Final Days! Register here by 21 April, 5PM (EDT) The ninth annual Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals (STI Forum) will be held from 9-10 May 2024. The theme for the STI Forum 2024 is: “Science, technology and innovation for reinforcing the 2030 Agenda and […]

  • FILM SCREENING “KARUARA, PEOPLE OF THE RIVER” FROM PERU’S AMAZON REGION

    Centre for Social Innovation 192 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada

    Join Cuso International for an evening of inspiration as we present a debut viewing of “Karuara, People of the River” at the Centre for Social Innovation, Spadina in Toronto on May 9, 2024. Meet Irma, a courageous Indigenous woman and her family as they stand against formidable forces to protect their river and the revered […]

  • Youth Vision Summit 2024

    Centre for Social Innovation 192 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada +1 more

    Empowering youth-led global change for the world’s most vulnerable children and youth! This hybrid conference is free for youth to attend (thanks to our generous sponsor)! You can attend in person or virtually. Lunch and refreshments are included for in-person attendees. Here is what you can look forward to at the Youth Vision Summit: - […]

  • Screening of SIRA

    Hotel Omni Mont-Royal 1050 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Montréal, Québec, Canada

    Hosted by WaterAid on the sidelines of Canadian Partnership for Women and Children's Health (CanWaCH), Healthy World Conference: Dialogues on Health, Gender & Climate Resilience. Monday, May 13th, 2024 Doors open at 5 p.m. EDT for for hors d’oeuvres and refreshments Film Screening at 6 p.m. EDT Omni Hotel Montreal, Pierre de Coubertin Room1050 Sherbrooke […]

  • Healthy World Conference: Dialogues on Health, Gender & Climate Resilience

    Montreal, Quebec

    CanWaCH will host its 2024 flagship event, the Healthy World Conference, from May 14 to 15, 2024! Held on the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehà:ka Nation, also known as Montréal, Quebec, the conference will aim to strengthen the capacity of the Canadian global health sector through climate-conscious, gender transformative action. Immerse yourself in this dynamic […]

  • From Evidence to Impact: Fundamentals of Global Health Advocacy

    Virtual , Canada

    COURSE FORMAT Online or in-person. Enrollees will need to pick which section of the course to attend: -Online: May 21 & 22 9:00am-3:00pm (Montreal time). The online course will be recorded and available until July 1, 2024. -In-person: May 23 & 24 9:00am-3:00pm (Montreal time). The in-person course will not be recorded. DESCRIPTION Advocacy has […]

  • Ensuring global access to affordable diagnostics for tuberculosis: A Canadian perspective

    Virtual , Canada

    Before patients can be effectively treated, they need to be diagnosed. The GeneXpert is an effective diagnostic tool for diseases like drug-resistant tuberculosis, HIV and hepatitis that is also suitable for low-resource environments. Unfortunately, high prices for the cartridges used for each test mean it does not reach all who could benefit. This session will […]

  • Eradicating Hunger, and Building Resilience in the Sahel Region

    350 Albert Street 350 Albert Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    The World Food Programme in Ottawa invites you to visit its FREE, interactive, multimedia exhibit detailing how WFP's integrated resilience programming is transforming livelihoods in Africa's Sahelian region.

  • Changing the international conversation through qualitative research: the case of World Health Organisation maternity care guidelines

    Virtual , Canada

    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 by Gender […]

  • Bridging Advocacy and Research – Perinatal Care & Incarceration

    Virtual , Canada

    This seminar will include: - An introduction to the current state of affairs related to perinatal care and women's reproductive health as it relates to incarceration, including a small review of interesting findings in the literature applicable to the topic at hand. - A recount of the current issues related to mother-baby provincial programs and […]

  • First International Symposium on Responsible Practices in Managing International Projects with the Global South

    315 Rue Sainte-Catherine E 315 Rue Sainte-Catherine E, Montréal, Québec, Canada

    We are thrilled to invite you to participate in an exceptional event designed to redefine the contours of international project management: a conference dedicated to the responsible management of international projects, with a special focus on relationships with the Global South. This initiative is fully aligned with the dynamics of valuing the multiple perspectives of […]

  • Rise & Thrive: Empowering East African Youth through Education

    199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa / Zoom

    Education has the power to shape the course of a person’s life. But access to this fundamental human right is often threatened by harmful gender norms, fragile institutions, and other systemic barriers. This is especially true for girls living in vulnerable communities. Addressing these challenges requires the cultivation of inclusive, resilient, and adaptive learning environments. […]

  • Rise and Thrive: Empowering East African Youth through Education

    Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Join AKFC and Canada-Mathare Education Trust on May 30 to explore innovative solutions for gender equity in education! Education has the power to shape the course of a person’s life. But access to this fundamental human right is often threatened by harmful gender norms, fragile institutions, and other systemic barriers. This is especially true for […]

  • 2024 Community-Based Seniors’ Services (CBSS) Sector Summit

    Marriott Hotel 100 Kent Street, Ottawa, Ontario

    The community-based seniors’ services (CBSS) sector is made up of a vast network of public, private, and not-for-profit organizations. You likely know someone who’s relied on a CBSS organization. Whether it’s your local library, a seniors’ club, a food bank, or another community pillar – CBSS organizations are stepping up to meet the most pressing […]

  • Canada and global health in the age of geopolitical chaos

    Virtual , Canada

    In a world of polycrisis and geopolitical chaos, how does Canada mobilize and sustain political leadership for global health? Join our panelists to explore how governments, civil society, academia and the Canadian public can work together to drive global, equitable, and sustainable action towards health and wellbeing for all. Click here to learn more and […]

  • Incorporating Indigenous perspectives and knowledge in the ethics of international cooperation

    Virtual , Canada

    The Anti-Racist Cooperation Hub is thrilled to be partnering with Jacknife Consulting Ltd to provide the opportunity to organizations and individuals to join an interactive webinar that will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of opportunities to incorporate Indigenous ethics, ways of working and Reconciliation into international cooperation. Please note that this workshop is a […]

  • Annual General Meeting – AGM 2024

    Virtual , Canada

    Results Canada’s 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) is coming up on Tuesday June 11 at 7pm ET. This special annual session is an opportunity to look back at the past year and look ahead as we work to carve out space for hope and to push for progress in the effort to end extreme poverty. […]

  • Midwives are Key to Climate Resilience

    Virtual , Canada

    Midwives are an essential climate solution. The increasing impacts of climate change have an outsized impact on maternal and newborn health, as well as access to family planning and other vital health services. Midwives play a critical role in providing essential health services during climate-related disasters, and in the context of the lasting impacts of […]

  • Preparatory Meeting for the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference

    UNHQ New York 405 E 42nd St, New York, NY, United States

    The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be held in Nice, France, from 9 – 13 June 2025, co-hosted by France and Costa Rica. The overarching theme of […]

  • Menstrual Hygiene Day

    Virtual , Canada

    This year’s May 28 celebration marks the 10th anniversary of Menstrual Hygiene Day! Learn more about this year’s theme, Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld, and join the conversation by visiting the Menstrual Hygiene Day page. To mark the day, CanWaCH is partnering with Free Periods Canada to facilitate a virtual and interactive workshop on menstrual equity […]

  • The Charlevoix Education Initiative

    Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Education is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone for sustainable development. The Government of Canada has been a long-standing leader in education. Most notably, Canada led the G7 Charlevoix Education Initiative, which committed to investing in projects aimed at enhancing access to quality education for girls, adolescent girls and women, particularly in the context […]

  • The Charlevoix Education Initiative: Celebrating Progress and Sustaining our Impact

    Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada +1 more

    Education is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone for sustainable development. The Government of Canada has been a long-standing leader in education. Most notably, Canada led the G7 Charlevoix Education Initiative, which committed to investing in projects aimed at enhancing access to quality education for girls, adolescent girls and women, particularly in the context […]

  • Canadian Women’s International Network (CanWIN) Global Summit

    Manulife Headquarters 200 Bloor Street E, Toronto, ON, Ontario, Canada

    The CanWIN Global Summit will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, shared innovations from entrepreneurs in CanWIN, and networking opportunities for women from Canada and the Asia Pacific. The Summit, hosted at Manulife’s corporate head office in Toronto, will bring together Canadian women entrepreneurs with women business leaders from across Canada and Asia to promote gender-inclusive […]

  • Voices of Youth: Are we listening?

    Virtual , Canada

    Learn what it takes to develop, deliver, and sustain commitments for adolescent well-being by 2030 Today, the world has more young people than ever before, with 1.8 billion adolescents and youth (ages 10-24) shaping our future. Despite this, many of these young voices remain unheard, their potential unmet due to inadequate policies and investments. Join […]

  • Session 2 – From Reflection to Action: A Generative Dialogue on incorporating Indigenous teachings into international cooperation

    Virtual , Canada

    Join us for a generative dialogue on incorporating Indigenous ethics and perspectives into your work! This intimate and interactive session will provide up to 40 participants a platform to reflect on their learning from the first session and engage in meaningful conversations while exploring how to apply the teachings in their everyday practice. The ARC […]

  • Addressing adolescent health, rights and gender-based violence in Central and West Africa

    Virtual , Canada

    On June 27, 2024, join us for the first event in a new IDRC webinar series entitled Thriving in Safety: Advancing adolescent health and rights and ending gender-based violence in Central and West Africa. Various experts will provide an overview of the evidence, challenges and opportunities related to adolescents at the nexus of sexual and […]

  • The Volunteer Abroad Happy Hour

    1404 Scott St 1404 Scott St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    The Volunteer Abroad Happy Hour Is Back In Ottawa! Join us to learn more about volunteering abroad, meet new people, and have fun! Step into a relaxed setting at the WUSC office in Ottawa and connect over our shared passion for global change. This event offers a unique blend of casual networking and insightful learning […]

  • Pain in Childbirth: an interdisciplinary approach

    Virtual , Canada

    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 by Professor […]

  • Aid data, impact, and the Sustainable Development Goals

    The Brookings Institution Falk Auditorium 1775 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, WA, United States

    Transparency of data and other information on development and humanitarian assistance helps stakeholders understand where aid is provided, for what purpose, how it is delivered, and what results it achieves. Transparency also promotes collaboration among aid donors and implementers and ensures accountability to citizens of both donor and partner countries. With the deadline for the […]

  • Hope in action: Community-led efforts to end GBV and HIV

    Virtual , Canada

    In the lead up to the International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2024), join us for a film screening and panel discussion that explores the impactful work of community-led organizations addressing gender-based violence (GBV) and its intersections with HIV. Two short films will showcase the successes and challenges of community-led organizations working to prevent gender-based violence and […]

  • Cultural Competency: Building cross cultural competency

    Virtual , Canada

    In today’s interconnected world, intentionally recognizing diverse cultural landscapes is essential for success, especially for organizations in international cooperation. Join us for an exciting, transformative training session designed to build cross-cultural competence for Canadian organizations. Unlock vital tools to enhance cultural understanding and sensitivity through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and dynamic networking opportunities. Perfect […]

  • Nutrition Now: The economic and human capital benefits of reaching the WHA Global Nutrition Targets

    Virtual , Canada

    Nutrition International invites you to an exclusive online event on July 18th from 8:00am-9:15am EDT. Join us for "Nutrition Now: The economic and human capital benefits of reaching the WHA Global Nutrition Targets". This event aims to unite the #nutrition community towards achieving our common Global Nutrition Targets. We'll hear from top thought leaders in […]

  • Papua New Guinea – Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage

    Virtual , Canada

    This online course introduces the fundamental concepts of Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage (HWTS) through engagement with interactive e-learning modules, quizzes, and links to supplementary resources. Starting on July 22 to August 31, 2024. This course provides an introduction to drinking water quality, the Multi-Barrier Approach to safe drinking water, HWTS options, behavior change, […]

  • CFUW National AGM and Realizing Potential Conference

    Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown hotel 10235 101 Street Northwest Edmonton, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

    Welcome to the CFUW National AGM and Realizing Potential Conference! Join us for a fantastic event filled with exciting speakers, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. This in-person event will be held at the Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel. Get ready to connect with fellow members, gain valuable insights, and be inspired. Don't miss out on […]

  • Mobilizing for global access to vaccines #ForOurFuture

    Virtual , Canada

    Every year, 20 million children remain under-immunized or zero-dose, missing out on essential life-saving vaccines. This is brought on by poor access to health services most commonly due to reasons such as conflict, climate change, poverty, isolation or displacement. Community health workers play a key role in reaching these children through creative strategies, implemented in […]

  • Mobilizing for global access to vaccines #ForOurFuture

    Virtual , Canada

    Every year, 20 million children remain under-immunized or zero-dose, missing out on essential life-saving vaccines. This is brought on by poor access to health services most commonly due to reasons such as conflict, climate change, poverty, isolation or displacement. Community health workers play a key role in reaching these children through creative strategies, implemented in […]

  • Discover the World of International Volunteering with Cuso International

    Virtual , Canada

    Are you ready to make a real difference in the world while expanding your horizons? Join us for a virtual event that will ignite your passion for international volunteering! Imagine yourself immersed in vibrant cultures, working side-by-side with local communities to create lasting change. Picture the friendships you'll forge, the skills you'll develop, and the […]

  • Discover the World of International Volunteering with Cuso International

    Virtual , Canada

    Are you ready to make a real difference in the world while expanding your horizons? Join us for a virtual event that will ignite your passion for international volunteering! Imagine yourself immersed in vibrant cultures, working side-by-side with local communities to create lasting change. Picture the friendships you'll forge, the skills you'll develop, and the […]

  • Building Organizational Anti-Racism Strategies

    Virtual , Canada

    SLD Consulting, in collaboration with the ARC Hub, invite you to a transformative training session focused on developing and implementing effective anti-racism strategies. Purpose: To advance systemic change and social justice through the delivery of training grounded in transformative learning principles, to enable the embedding of anti-racist strategies at the organizational level, thus advancing the […]

  • International Youth Day Webinar

    Virtual , Canada

    On the occasion of International Youth Day, August 12th, the Jordan Youth Innovation Forum (JYIF) is organizing an online webinar on the theme of celebrating youth stories and initiatives, in collaboration with the World University Service of Canada (WUSC) Jordan.

  • Members Virtual Coffee Chat | Empowering local voices: Navigating best practices and challenges in localization.

    Virtual , Canada

    This summer, CanWaCH is piloting our Members virtual coffee chat! The coffee chat will take place on August 22 at 1 p.m. EDT and the topic will be "Empowering local voices: Navigating best practices and challenges in localization." At CanWaCH, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for experts to gather, share challenges and […]

  • Gen-WASH: Creative and Fun Behaviour Change Approaches for Systemic WASH

    Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) Room 27, level 2 Hammarbybacken 31 120 30 Stockholm Sweden, Stockholm, Sweden

    Organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), World Water Week is the leading annual conference on global water challenges and solutions. This year, from August 25th to 29th, global experts, practitioners and enthusiasts will be gathering virtually and on-site in Stockholm to reflect on the 2024 theme: Bridging borders - Water for a Peaceful […]

  • Empowering Futures: Indigenous Water Allies Workshop

    Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) Room 26, level 2 Hammarbybacken 31 120 30 Stockholm Sweden, Stockholm, Sweden

    Organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), World Water Week is the leading annual conference on global water challenges and solutions. This year, from August 25th to 29th, global experts, practitioners and enthusiasts will be gathering virtually and on-site in Stockholm to reflect on the 2024 theme: Bridging borders - Water for a Peaceful […]

  • Bridging Divides: A New Era of Transboundary Basin Management

    Hybrid , Canada

    Organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), World Water Week is the leading annual conference on global water challenges and solutions. This year, from August 25th to 29th, global experts, practitioners and enthusiasts will be gathering virtually and on-site in Stockholm to reflect on the 2024 theme: Bridging borders - Water for a Peaceful […]

  • Funder Collaboration for a Sustainable Future – Catalytic Sector Financing

    Hybrid , Canada

    Organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), World Water Week is the leading annual conference on global water challenges and solutions. This year, from August 25th to 29th, global experts, practitioners and enthusiasts will be gathering virtually and on-site in Stockholm to reflect on the 2024 theme: Bridging borders - Water for a Peaceful […]

  • MIHCAN – Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy Among Women in Southwestern Uganda

    Virtual , Canada

    Please join Maternal and Infant Health Canada... for a webinar by Dr. Henry Lugobe. The webinar is open to all and free of charge. We host webinars every two months. All welcome! Learning Objectives from Webinar: - Understanding the burden, morbidity and mortality associated with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy - Risk for future cardiovascular disease […]

  • Connecting the Dots: The Role of Data in Advancing SRHR

    Virtual , Canada

    Join CanWaCH for a weekly series of data-focused events to mark World Sexual Health Day and Gender Equality Week 2024! Every Wednesday starting September 4 events will highlight the importance of data to inform and improve gender equality and health programming. They will also showcase innovative data tools and best practices to promote progress. From […]

  • September Action Kick-Off

    Virtual , Canada

    Big, exciting changes are coming your way this fall! As many of you know, we host a National Call at the beginning of every month. In September, we’re launching a new and innovative volunteer-led call model that will incorporate local Education and Action meetings. We’re proud to introduce… ✨ Action Kick-Off ✨ The Action Kick-Off […]

  • Info Session on FGM/C Module for Canadian Law Enforcement

    Virtual , Canada

    We are excited to announce a series of upcoming information sessions hosted by the End FGM Canada Network. These sessions will provide valuable insights into our first-of-their-kind training modules designed for various professionals who work with FGM/C survivors and girls-at-risk. We encourage you to share this information with your networks and consider attending these sessions […]

  • From Evidence to Action: Using Data to Prevent and Respond to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV)

    Virtual , Canada

    Join CanWaCH for a weekly series of data-focused events to mark World Sexual Health Day and Gender Equality Week 2024! Curated Conversations: Leveraging Data to Inform Programming CanWaCH is committed to creating an environment for practitioners to gather, discuss challenges, share best practices, and exchange knowledge. To further promote this, our curated conversations will provide […]

  • Ending poverty together workshop

    East Gate Alliance Church 550 Codd's Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Join us for a dynamic, hands-on workshop that redefines our understanding of poverty through a fresh biblical lens. Together, we'll challenge our perceptions, discover holistic solutions rooted in reconciliation, and explore impactful ways to engage with vulnerable people in our communities. This experience is designed to inspire lasting change by equipping you with practical insights […]

  • 2024 Global Health Case Competition

    Trinity College 6 Hoskin Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    Partners in Health Canada Case Competition Join us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on maternal and child health in the Global South. This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world challenges faced by mothers and children in under-resourced settings. Participants will be presented with […]

  • Dialogue on the protection of humanitarian and healthcare workers in armed conflicts

    Global centre for pluralism 2330 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Humanitarian and healthcare workers often operate in some of the most dangerous environments, including conflict zones, where they are increasingly exposed to violence. Despite international humanitarian law providing them with both general and specific protections, the frequency and severity of attacks against them have escalated in recent years. In 2023 alone, over 563 humanitarian workers […]

  • Data-Driven Responses to Urgent SRHR Needs in Humanitarian and Climate Crises

    Virtual , Canada

    Join CanWaCH for a weekly series of data-focused events to mark World Sexual Health Day and Gender Equality Week 2024! Curated Conversations: Leveraging Data to Inform Programming CanWaCH is committed to creating an environment for practitioners to gather, discuss challenges, share best practices, and exchange knowledge. To further promote this, our curated conversations will provide […]

  • Building Organizational Anti-Racism Strategies

    Virtual , Canada

    SLD Consulting, in collaboration with the ARC Hub, invite you to a transformative training session focused on developing and implementing effective anti-racism strategies. Purpose: To advance systemic change and social justice through the delivery of training grounded in transformative learning principles, to enable the embedding of anti-racist strategies at the organizational level, thus advancing the […]

  • 2024 ACGC Annual Conference

    Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre (Radisson) 4520 76 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

    We are thrilled to announce the dates for our 2024 Annual Conference, “Inspiring Action, Inspiring Hope: International Cooperation in a World of Uncertainty.” “What can Alberta and Canada do to help shape a brighter, more prosperous, and peaceful world?” This is the question that will influence many of our activities over this two-day annual conference. […]

  • Quand les humanitaires sont pris pour cible

    Ecomuseum of the proud world 2050 rue Atateken, Montréal, Quebec, Canada

    En 2023, il est estimé que plus de 560 travailleur.euse.s humanitaires ont été tué.e.s, kidnappé.e.s ou blessé.e.s à travers le monde. Le personnel local, qui opère souvent avec des ressources limitées, constitue 90% des victimes. Un sombre record. Soudan, Soudan du Sud, Palestine, Syrie... Alors que les conflits armés se multiplient, cette normalisation de la […]

  • Quand les humanitaires sont pris pour cible : comment renforcer leur protection dans les conflits armés ?

    Écomusée du Fier Monde 2050 R. Atateken, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

    Jeudi 19 septembre de 18h00 à 19h30 à l'Écomusée du Fier Monde, Montréal La conférence sera suivie de l'assemblée générale annuelle de Médecins du Monde Canada de 20h à 21h. Thème En 2023, il est estimé que plus de 560 travailleur.euse.s humanitaires ont été tué.e.s, kidnappé.e.s ou blessé.e.s à travers le monde. Un sombre record. Soudan, Soudan […]

  • Art for Advocacy: “Empowering Youth in Sexual and Reproductive Health”

    UNGA 2024 New York, United States

    In a world where youth voices are often marginalized, it's crucial to create platforms that amplify their perspectives, particularly in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights-Justice (SRHRJ). The Global Roadmap for Action (GRA), in collaboration with FP2030, PMNCH, Population Council and the William H. Gates Sr. Institute, invites youth artists globally to the "Art for […]

  • A framework for sustainable global health and global surgery partnerships

    BC Children's Hospital's Chan Centre for Family Health Education , Canada

    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 September 20, 2024 from 12:00 – 1:00pm for a Pediatric Grand Rounds by Dr. Faizal Haji, on “A framework for sustainable global health and global surgery partnerships”. Dr. Haji is a pediatric neurosurgeon at […]

  • Reproductive Autonomy in Theory and Practice: Birth, Law, and Medicine webinar

    Virtual , Canada

    In this webinar, Professor Régine Tremblay will first engage with reproductive autonomy in theory. She will present a theoretical framework developed by Canadian legal scholars and will explore other models to regulate reproduction (reproductive justice, reproductive freedom, etc.). Secondly, she will apply theory to practice by explaining the regulation of health care professionals in Canada […]

  • Innovation for Day One Conference

    Bioscience Research Collaborative on Rice University's campus Houston, TX, United States

    September 25 - 27, 2024 | Virtual and In-Person Innovation for Day One is a conference organized by the Rice360 Institute for Global Health Technologies and the maternal newborn health community to explore groundbreaking tools and approaches for healthy outcomes for mothers and babies in resource-limited communities. The Innovation for Day One Conference will be held […]

  • Collecting and leveraging data to inform programming for LGBTQI+ populations

    Virtual , Canada

    Join CanWaCH for a weekly series of data-focused events to mark World Sexual Health Day and Gender Equality Week 2024! Curated Conversations: Leveraging Data to Inform Programming CanWaCH is committed to creating an environment for practitioners to gather, discuss challenges, share best practices, and exchange knowledge. To further promote this, our curated conversations will provide […]

  • Assemblée annuelle des membres 2024

    Virtual , Canada

    L’assemblée générale annuelle d’Oxfam-Québec aura lieu le mercredi 25 septembre dès 17h30 au 2330, rue Notre Dame Ouest, Montréal (Québec) H3J 2Y2 . L’AGA sera suivie d’un cocktail dans une ambiance décontractée et conviviale. Ne ratez pas cette occasion de faire entendre votre voix ! Ce sera, entre autres, l’occasion de vous présenter nos activités […]

  • Optimizing Maternal and Newborn Health in the Digital Age

    Virtual , Canada

    The BC Children's Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR) and the Women's Health Research Institute (WHRI) are collaborating to host a digital health research series. On Thursday, September 26, between 12:00 pm -1:00 pm, join us for an exciting rapid fire panel discussion about - Optimizing Maternal and Newborn Health in the Digital Age Objectives: 1. Exploring Innovations and […]

  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR)​

    Parliament Hill (West Block lawn), Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    In honour of the fourth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), APTN, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, CBC/Radio-Canada and the Algonquin Nation have united to produce a 90-minute multilingual commemorative gathering, entitled Remembering the Children: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Join Us on Parliament Hill This special program seeks to […]

  • Poetic Inquiry into Narratives of Obstetric Violence in Canada

    Virtual , Canada

    Arts-based research has a unique way of presenting sensitive experiences. In this talk, Dr. Kaveri Mayra will focus on 2741 people’s narratives about their embodied experience of labour and birth, and the trauma and violence within those experiences, using poetic enquiry. Through a series of poems and artistic illustrations, this presentation seeks to engage with […]

  • Info Session on FGM/C Module for Canadian Healthcare Professionals

    Virtual , Canada

    We are excited to announce a series of upcoming information sessions hosted by the End FGM Canada Network. These sessions will provide valuable insights into our first-of-their-kind training modules designed for various professionals who work with FGM/C survivors and girls-at-risk. We encourage you to share this information with your networks and consider attending these sessions […]

  • Future Canada-Africa Strategic Dialogue

    Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campu 108 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    ONE Campaign and Afrifursa are pleased to invite you to a VIP Reception featuring Minister Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, and our President & CEO, Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, on October 3, 2024, at 11:30 AM at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus, University of Toronto. This VIP Reception aims to foster dialogue on strengthening Canada-Africa […]

  • Rising Voices, Stories of Growth

    Carriage House Hotel

    Join us on Friday, October 4th at the Carriage House Hotel for an inspiring evening of storytelling dedicated to empowering girls and cultivating brighter futures. This year, CAUSE Canada’s fall event will provide an opportunity to listen and consider how together we can establish sustainable health, nutrition and education programming. During this exciting event, Rising […]

  • Rethinking Good Intentions – Hosted by the Centre for Global Health

    Alumni Hall, Victoria College Building 91 Charles St. West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    This compelling play transports audiences to the rural villages of Sierra Leone, West Africa in the late 1970s and 1980s where Nancy worked as a community health nurse for five years. The play is filled with stories about Nancy’s initially blundered and then inspired encounters with village chiefs, traditional birth attendants, and subsistence farmers. Village […]

  • International Cooperation Futures Forum 2024

    National Arts Centre 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Mark your calendars for October 8th to 10th, 2024, as the International Cooperation Futures Forum makes its grand return. This year, we’re excited to gather at the National Arts Centre (NAC), located on the unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation, in Ottawa, Canada. Our second edition promises to rejuvenate the international cooperation sector […]

  • Info Session for Educators

    Virtual , Canada

    We are excited to announce a series of upcoming information sessions hosted by the End FGM Canada Network. These sessions will provide valuable insights into our first-of-their-kind training modules designed for various professionals who work with FGM/C survivors and girls-at-risk. We encourage you to share this information with your networks and consider attending these sessions […]

  • Transformative research on adolescent health and rights: Best practices and lessons learned

    Virtual , Canada

    As part of Canada’s foreign affairs and development efforts, the IDRC invests in high-quality research in low- and middle-income countries, share knowledge with researchers and policymakers for greater uptake and use, and mobilize global alliances to build a more sustainable and inclusive world. The series is designed to provide a platform for knowledge exchange, showcasing […]

  • Global Reads – AKFC’s Book Club (October Edition)

    Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    As humanitarian crises and inequality persist, understanding the landscape of global development is more crucial than ever. Join AKFC for an evening of thought-provoking discussions about a gripping memoir – Under Development: A Journey Without Maps by Ian Smillie. In this session, celebrated author and international development expert Ian Smillie will be joined by Maureen […]

  • 2024 Leadership Forum: Mobilizing for a Stronger Tomorrow

    Toronto Reference Library 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    The leadership forum is one of Fora: Network for Change’s signature events — and one of the most impactful and empowering events of the year for young leaders looking to expand their reach for change. Hosted in Toronto in October 2024, the Leadership Forum is designed to equip the next generation of decision-makers with the […]

  • Powerful yet overlooked: African women with disabilities and the ongoing struggle for inclusion, 30 years after Beijing

    Virtual , Canada

    Disabled Women in Africa, Humanity & Inclusion-Making It Work, International Disability Alliance, and the World Federation of the Deaf invite you to attend our hybrid event, on ZOOM with simultaneous events in Dakar and Lilongwe. Insightful speakers will guide you through the key findings of the report, based on a survey answered by 250 women […]

  • Mainstreaming Scaling: Grand Challenges Canada

    Virtual , Canada

    The Scaling Community of Practice’s Mainstreaming Working Group invites you to discuss Grand Challenges Canada’s (GCC) systematic approach to mainstreaming scaling for sustainable impact, highlighted in a recent case study that documents GCC's journey in integrating a scaling perspective into its funding strategy, with insights from a distinguished panel of experts on supporting the scaling […]

  • Children’s & Women’s Hospital Practice-Based Research Conference 2024

    BC Children’s Hospital’s Chan Centre for Family Health Education 938 West 28th Ave, Entrance #18, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    This in-person conference is tailored for CW clinicians interested or engaged in research, and researchers in women+, newborn, and child health topics. We will showcase established Practice-Based Research from the CW campus and offer a rapid research update from planned and proposed research projects. Practice-based research (PBR), defined as the use of research principles, designs, […]

  • Beyond the Colonial Lens: Redefining Knowledge in International Development

    Virtual , Canada

    Training description: This session will explore how intersectional feminist and decolonial frameworks can transform the way knowledge and research are approached in the international development sector. Together, we will reimagine practices that challenge traditional power dynamics, centering the voices and expertise of marginalized communities to promote more effective, equitable and inclusive systems of knowledge production. […]

  • 2024 Canadian Conference on Global Health

    Simon Fraser University - Vancouver Campus 515 W Hastings St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    Theme: Poly-crisis and global health: How can we improve human health and well-being, while protecting the planet? The Canadian Conference on Global Health is an annual conference that brings together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students from various disciplines and sectors to discuss pressing global health issues. The conference provides a platform for sharing knowledge, best […]

  • AVA Webinar Series presents: Global and Local Perspectives on Sexual & Gender-Based Violence Programming and Research

    Virtual , Canada

    About the webinar: In this interactive session, CanWaCH will talk about the gaps and opportunities in SGBV related programming, research, and funding, drawing on examples from both the Canadian and international context. As the host of the Coordinating Centre for the Pan-Canadian Women’s Health Coalition, and as a network of domestic and global experts working […]

  • Celebrating Crossroads’ Volunteering Partnerships for Gender Equality

    Afromusée 533 Rue Ontario East Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada

    Join us for our Annual Volunteer Conference on International Cooperation, hosted at the Afromusée in Montreal, Quebec, on Saturday, October 26th. This event will celebrate and explore the diverse volunteering partnership models we've established, highlighting outstanding accomplishments in advancing gender equality in Sub-Saharan countries. Expect esteemed guest speakers, networking opportunities, and the chance to explore […]

  • Partnering for Gender Equality – Crossroads’ Annual Volunteer Conference

    Afromusée 533 Rue Ontario East Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada

    Join us for our Annual Volunteer Conference on International Cooperation, hosted at the Afromusée in Montreal, Quebec, on Saturday, October 26th. This event will celebrate and explore the diverse volunteering partnership models we've established, highlighting outstanding accomplishments in advancing gender equality in sub-Saharan Africa. Expect esteemed guest speakers, networking opportunities, and the chance to explore […]

  • CAGH 2024 Annual General Meeting

    Hybrid , Canada

    This is an announcement of the upcoming CAGH Annual General Meeting happening in person and online on Saturday October 26, 2024 at 1:00-2:00 PDT (UTC-07:00). It is important that all CAGH members attend this meeting to learn more about the organization’s activities and vote on essential motions. Eligibility to vote in the CAGH AGM To […]

  • 2024 Global Health Case Competition

    The University of British Colombia

    Join us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on maternal and child health in the Global South. This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world challenges faced by mothers and children in under-resourced settings. Participants will be presented with a case study based on real-life […]

  • Unlocking Human Potential: Insights from the UNDP Human Development Report

    Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Join AKFC and the Canadian International Council, National Capital Branch (CIC) for "Unlocking Human Potential: Insights from the UNDP Human Development Report 2024," where we delve into the latest findings shaping global development. From tackling inequality to fostering sustainable growth, our agenda spotlights key themes and actionable strategies from the report. The discussion, led by […]

  • 2024 Canadian Open Data Summit

    Stanley A. Milner Library 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

    Now is the perfect time to start planning your getaway to Edmonton, Alberta on October 30 and 31, and prepare for a memorable event. Here is what we have in store for you when you attend in person: - Your professional development benefits you and your organisation; - As many meetings as you can fit […]

  • Closing the Global Gap in Women’s Health: Canada’s Leadership in R&D and Innovation

    Virtual , Canada

    FIND, CEPI and Unitaid, in partnership with Results Canada, are hosting a roundtable to discuss Canada’s leadership in global health R&D, focusing on its impact on women’s health, especially in the context of current infectious diseases and emerging pandemic threats. The session will highlight opportunities for Canada to enhance its impact through targeted financial investments […]

  • Canada’s 2025 Annual Report on the 2030 Agenda Information Session

    Virtual , Canada

    Canada’s 2025 Annual Report on the 2030 Agenda Information Session Canada is committed to reporting annually on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is pleased to invite you to attend a virtual information session to learn more on the activities of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Secretariat and how […]

  • 2024 SMO Conference: Pathways to Gender Equality

    Ottawa, ON

    Spur Change is excited to invite you to the Pathways to Gender Equality national conference, taking place in Ottawa November 6-8, 2024. The conference aims to advance gender equality and empowerment by showcasing the impactful work of small and medium organizations (SMOs) in international cooperation. The conference will also gather insights from these organizations on […]

  • Gender Transformation: The Politics and Practices of Disrupting Gender Norms

    Virtual , Canada

    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. Attend here!

  • BIPOC Networking Collective

    Virtual , Canada

    Join the BIPOC Networking Collective! Our first meeting will be held on November 7th, from 12:30 to 2pm (ET)! Who 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 […]