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  • 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 […]

  • Small steps, big results

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

    Please be advised that in-person space for this event is limited. Aga Khan Foundation Canada and Spur Change, a program of the Inter-Council Network of Provincial and Regional Councils for International Cooperation, invite you for an evening of knowledge sharing and networking with small and medium organizations (SMOs) from across Canada who are advancing gender […]

  • November’s Action Kick-Off

    Virtual , Canada

    Join us on November 7th, at 7:30 pm, for November's Action Kick-Off! We will hear from Maxwell Mumba, a visionary 29-year-old Zambian youth! Establishing outreach programs, he sensitized the community about healthy eating habits, emphasizing the importance of the first 1,000 days of a baby's life. In a country where 40% of children under five […]

  • Démocratie et participation citoyenne – Regards croisés entre l’Afrique de l’Ouest, le Québec et la France : Défis et pistes d’action

    Virtual , Canada

    Carrefour International et Katalizo collaborent pour organiser un événement dans le cadre des Journées québécoises de la solidarité internationale (JQSI), sur le thème de «Démocratie et participation citoyenne – Regards croisés entre l’Afrique de l’Ouest, le Québec et la France : Défis et pistes d’action». L’événement aura lieu le 12 novembre, de 12h00 à 13h30 […]

  • For Every Women, For Every Child: Ensuring Access to Global Health Equity

    Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel 888 7 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    Over the last few decades, the world has experienced incredible wins in the journey to end extreme poverty, showing us that progress is possible when we raise our voices together. Health is a vital cornerstone to ensure people can thrive. Join Results Canada for a special evening on how you can help ensure Canada continues […]

  • A Transformative Partnership for Global Development

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

    Join us on November 13 for an inspiring event that will delve into the vital connection between investing in higher education and advancing sustainable development. During this event, we will celebrate a remarkable 40-year journey of collaboration between Canada and the Aga Khan University (AKU), highlighting the transformative impact of education. Canada and Canadians have […]

  • Unlocking Africa’s Health Innovation Potential: Navigating the Investment Readiness Landscape

    Virtual , Canada

    African startups face significant hurdles in scaling their operation, which limits their ability to contribute meaningfully to healthcare improvement and economic growth. Access to capital remains a fundamental barrier, especially for ventures dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions. USAID’s and Grand Challenges Canada’s new report, Unlocking Africa’s Health Innovation Potential: Navigating the Investment Readiness Landscape, identifies […]

  • Social Behavioural Change for inclusive SRHR in humanitarian settings

    Virtual , Canada

    One in five women worldwide live with a disability, often in low- and middle-income countries, and 220 million persons with disability are young. Despite effort for fulfilling the Right to Health stated in the Convention of the Right of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), social and gender norms may limit the access to inclusive information and […]

  • 2024 CanWaCH Annual General Meeting

    We are pleased to invite you to this year's Annual General Meeting of members for the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children's Health (CanWaCH) taking place Tuesday, November 19, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST. This is your opportunity as a CanWaCH member to engage in the direction and operations of the organization […]

  • CanWaCH Academy 2024

    Virtual , Canada

    The CanWaCH Academy is back by popular demand! Join us from November 20 to 22 for an exciting series of online sessions. This year’s CanWaCH Academy has something for everyone, with a wide range of practical workshops and training sessions to challenge your thinking and spark new ideas. Sessions will focus on knowledge and professional […]

  • Indigenous Rights and Reconciliation Working Group meeting

    Virtual , Canada

    Join us our next Indigenous Rights and Reconciliation Working Group gathering! Next gathering: November 21st, 2pm to 3:30pm (ET) The Indigenous Rights and Reconciliation Working Group is an open, collaborative meeting for organizations and individuals dedicated to supporting Indigenous Rights and advancing reconciliation efforts in our sector. Our bi-monthly meetings aim provide a valuable space […]

  • MIHCAN – Homemade Orthotics for Foot and Knee Problems: A Functional Approach

    Virtual , Canada

    Please join Maternal and Infant Health Canada... for a webinar by Dr. Hélène Bertrand. The webinar is open to all and free of charge. We host webinars every two months. All welcome! The webinar will include a demonstration session of how to make your own orthotics. Dr. Hélène Bertrand will be available to answer participants […]

  • HUB Town Hall

    Virtual , Canada

    We would like to extend an invitation to our final Town hall event held on Monday November 25th, 2:00 - 3:30pm ET. We are excited to share a report, framework and other outcomes from our first knowledge mobilization activity. It will also be an opportunity to reflect on our first year with Hub members, friends […]

  • Equitable Responses: Equitable Responses: An Anti-Racist Lense on Effectiveness in Moments of Crisis

    Virtual , Canada

    Date: November 26th, from 1pm to 3pm (ET) Event description: In today’s interconnected world, crises like those unfolding in Sudan, Gaza, Lebanon Haiti, and the Congo demand swift action from the international community. However, responses are often shaped by racial dynamics and power structures that impact their effectiveness and equity. The Anti-Racist Cooperation Hub invites […]

  • The 15TH AWID International Forum

    Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre , Thailand

    The AWID International Forum is both a global community event and a space of radical personal transformation. A one-of-a-kind convening, the Forum brings together feminist, women’s rights, gender justice, LBTQI+ and allied movements, in all our diversity and humanity, to connect, heal and thrive. Attend here!

  • The HIV Epidemic: Then and Now

    Virtual , Canada

    As World AIDS Day (December 1) fast approaches, the Stephen Lewis Foundation reflects on the evolving needs and challenges that the AIDS epidemic has posed for community-led organizations working on the frontlines over the past two decades. Join us on December 2nd on Zoom while we discuss the early days of the epidemic, when treatment […]

  • 5th Congress of the Mukwege International Chair – Ending gender based violence: Women’s empowerment and sustainable development

    Palais des congrès in Montreal 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, 9e étage, Montreal, Québec

    5th Congress of the Mukwege International Chair: Ending gender-based violence: women's empowerment and sustainable development Dr. Denis Mukwege, 2018 Nobel Peace Prize winner, founder and president of the Panzi Foundation in the Democratic Republic of Congo received an honorary doctorate from the University of Montreal (UdeM) in 2019. Since then, UdeM has integrated the Mukwege International […]

  • BIPOC Networking Collective

    Virtual , Canada

    Join the BIPOC Networking Collective! Our next meeting will be held on December 5th, 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 […]

  • Amplifying Youth Voices & Meaningful Engagement Workshop

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

    Are you ready to amplify youth voices and witness meaningful engagement in action? Plan International Canada invites you to RSVP for our "Amplifying Youth Voices & Meaningful Engagement" event. This in-person gathering will take place on Saturday, December 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET at the Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street, Toronto). […]

  • International Conference on Gender and Technology 2025

    Amritapuri Campus Kerala, India, India

    In collaboration with UNESCO, the School of Social and Behavioural Sciences at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is hosting an International Conference on Gender and Technology, January 16th – 19th 2025, at Amritapuri campus, Kerala, India. IEEE Society on Social Implications of Technology (SSIT) and IEEE Kerala Section are technical co-sponsors for the conference. Accepted and presented […]

  • International Migrants Day

    International Migrants Day

    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 […]

  • The future of anti-racism, what’s next?

    Virtual , Canada

    Join us for a wrap-up event dedicated to reflecting on the past three years and exploring what comes next. As we close the program, we want to connect with the individuals and organizations who have contributed in shaping this journey. This event will provide a chance to engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of the sector, share […]

  • Introductory Course on Knowledge Synthesis for Knowledge Users

    Virtual , Canada

    Intro to KS for Knowledge Users_course_v5 This course will teach students about knowledge synthesis in general, as well as how to conduct knowledge synthesis projects. Students will begin to conduct knowledge synthesis in the topic of their choice, with guidance from the course directors. Please note that the students will not be completing a full […]

  • Ask a Fellow: International Youth Fellowship Information Session

    Virtual , Canada

    Calling all internationally minded young people in Canada! Do you want to learn from communities around the globe? Are you ready to apply your knowledge and enthusiasm to initiatives aimed at building a more prosperous, pluralistic world? If so, Aga Khan Foundation Canada’s International Youth Fellowship may be just what you’re looking for! This fully funded opportunity […]

  • Children in a school classroom

    International Day of Education

    International Day of Education

    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 […]

  • International Development Week (IDW) 2025

    Come celebrate IDW 2025 from February 2 to 8. What is IDW? Since 1991, IDW is held annually in the first full week of February and spotlights Canadians' contributions to eradicating poverty and building a more peaceful, inclusive, and prosperous world. It's a unique opportunity to inform, inspire, involve, and celebrate Canadians' global impact on […]

  • Mobilizing One Health course

    Virtual , Canada

    Course Date: February 03, 2025 to March 23, 2025 Explore the interdisciplinary approach of One Health and its profound implications for addressing complex challenges at the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health. Delve into the foundational principles and practical applications of One Health, and become equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate […]

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  • UN Ambassador Bob Rae Joins U of G for International Development Week

    Virtual , Canada

    The University of Guelph is hosting a virtual conversation with Bob Rae, Canada’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations (UN) in New York for International Development week. Hear from one of Canada’s foremost leaders in diplomacy and international development as he reflects on Canada’s leadership role in promoting sustainable, inclusive and evidence-based approaches […]

  • WUSC art exhibition: “Through my eyes: art for development”

    Jock Turcot University Centre 58 University Private, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    To mark International Development Week in February, the art exhibition "Through my eyes: art for development" will be hosted by the University of Ottawa's WUSC Local Committee, a dynamic campus-based group who support our organization's awareness-raising efforts. This art exhibition brings together the work of 24 artists from Ghana, Malawi, and Canada. The diversity of their family backgrounds, […]

  • Building Bridges: Pathways and Opportunities in Global Health

    Room 2108, BC Children's Hospital Research Institute & Virtually

    Join us for our upcoming event, 'Building Bridges: Pathways and Opportunities in Global Health', on Monday, February 3. This event will focus on the power of our everyday work to create meaningful impact beyond borders. By broadening our perspective and embracing our shared challenges, we unlock new opportunities to advance health equity and expand access to […]

  • International Development Week Reception and Film Screening

    La Nouvelle Scène Gilles Desjardins 333 King Edward Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    As part of International Development Week 2025, Cooperation Canada and International Development Research Centre (IDRC) are proud to present a reception and a screening of The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos​, a powerful, thought-provoking film that offers a riveting critique of urban development and forced evictions in Africa's largest city, Lagos. Directed by the Agbajowo Collective, […]

  • Through my eyes: Art for development

    Jock Turcot University Centre 58 University Private, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    We are excited to announce that we are hosting the WUSC "Through My Eyes: Art for Development" exhibition! This unique exhibit features 17 artworks exploring the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their impact on communities worldwide. Don't miss this experience! 📅 Exhibition Dates: February 3 & 4 📍 Location: UCU 🎭 Don’t miss the special […]

  • Navigating GAC Funding to Support Local Organizations and Movements

    Virtual , Canada

    This International Development Week, we are asking: Can Canadian and international organizations meaningfully support locally led development with GAC funding? Join three Canadian international development organizations (Stephen Lewis Foundation, Oxfam Canada, and Inter Pares) and partner organizations (Women in Struggle for Empowerment, Pakistan and a to-be-confirmed partner) for this thought-provoking, strategic discussion. We will focus on […]

  • Together: A story of a Good Neighbours Community Development Project in Bangladesh

    Centennial College 941 Progress Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

    An interactive documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work in Bangladesh. Join Good Neighbours Canada for a documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work in Bangladesh, highlighting how this organization fosters sustainable development through empowering young people, supporting livelihoods and utilizing an innovative whole-community support system. The screening will […]

  • Reimagining Partnerships: Collaborating with the Private Sector to Achieve the SDGs

    Virtual , Canada

    Amid a shifting economic and geopolitical landscape, private sector partnerships could emerge as a key trend for 2025 and beyond. Effective collaborations between the non-profit and private sectors can play a crucial role in advancing global health and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Yet, current private sector metrics tend to focus primarily on the financial […]

  • Canada and the Global Financing Facility at 10: Delivering lifesaving care for women, children and adolescents

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

    With leadership from Canada in support of the G8 Muskoka Initiative, the Global Financing Facility (GFF) was launched in 2015 to accelerate efforts to end preventable maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent deaths by 2030. This event will mark 10 years of GFF results to unlock additional financing and expand access to affordable, lifesaving health care for hundreds […]

  • Feminist Futures: Exploring Transformative Leadership and Equitable Partnerships

    Virtual , Canada

    In the spirit of advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and fostering more equitable global partnerships, OCIC's International Development Week 2025 Gender Panel, ‘Feminist Futures: Exploring Transformative Leadership and Equitable Partnerships’, will focus on feminist leadership and inclusive partnerships as transformative forces for creating lasting social change. Join us to hear powerful stories of […]

  • Webinar: No Woman or Girl Left Behind

    Virtual , Canada

    Join Us for an Exclusive Webinar During International Development Week! Topic: Insights and Impacts from Partners In Health SRHR Programming in Malawi and Sierra Leone Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025 Time: 11:30 AM EST Duration: 1 Hour From 2019 to 2024, Partners In Health Canada led the transformative No Woman or Girl Left Behind project in Neno […]

  • Together: A story of a Good Neighbours Community Development Project in Bangladesh

    Virtual , Canada

    An interactive documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work in Bangladesh. Join Good Neighbours Canada for a documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work in Bangladesh, highlighting how this organization fosters sustainable development through empowering young people, supporting livelihoods and utilizing an innovative whole-community support system. The screening will […]

  • Come Savour the Stories, Taste the World!

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

    Join Cuso International for Taste of the World during International Development Week 2025! Our event, in partnership with Global Affairs Canada, celebrates Canada's 35-year commitment to international development, highlighting the profound unifying power of food. Shared meals connect us beyond borders, transforming strangers into allies. Date: Thursday, February 6th, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: […]

  • Moving the needle: Women & women’s health at the forefront of science 2025

    MaRS Discovery District - Auditorium 101 College St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    Join us in-person at the MaRS Discovery District to celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025! Enjoy panel discussions, networking opportunities, refreshments, and more. This free event is for undergraduate or post-graduate students, trainees, and aspiring or seasoned professionals in science. MORNING SESSION: Pathways to Discovery Features plenary speaker, Dr. Sheena Josselyn, Senior […]

  • Fireside Chat and Networking Lunch with France’s Special Envoy on Nutrition Brieuc Pont & Assistant Deputy Minister Leslie Norton

    Nutrition International HQ 180 Elgin Street, 8th Floor, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    As part of International Development Week, Nutrition International and Results Canada are pleased to invite you to a fireside chat and networking lunch with Monsieur Brieuc Pont, France’s Special Envoy on Nutrition and Secretary General of the #NutritionForGrowth Summit, and Global Affairs Canada’s Assistant Deputy Minister Leslie Norton. This gathering provides an opportunity to hear […]

  • International Development Week Insight Exchange

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

    This International Development Week (IDW), join Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC), in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada’s Youth Advisory Council, for a youth-led afternoon featuring dynamic conversations, networking, and presentations by youth related to intersecting challenges and opportunities in global development. IDW is held annually in the first week of February to […]

  • Members Virtual Coffee Chats: Community Engagement for Gender Equality

    Virtual , Canada

    CanWaCH is starting the year with our second members virtual coffee chat! Held on February 12, 2025 at 1 p.m. EST, it will focus on community engagement for gender equality. During the coffee chat, participants can join one of three breakout rooms, each with a specific focus: partnering with youth and youth-led organizations, working with […]

  • Progress and Possibility: A Tribute to SRHR Achievements

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

    Join us for a special evening during Sexual Health Week as we celebrate Oxfam Canada's and its partners' achievements in advancing access to sexual and reproductive health services worldwide. This reception will highlight the life-changing impacts of our work and transport you directly into the stories of those at the heart of these efforts through […]

  • Global Health Spotlight Series – In Conversation

    BCCHR room 2108

    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 we explore Angela's journey to becoming a global health leader—highlighting her defining moments, lessons learned, and current projects. Learning Objectives: Explore how researchers’ unique journeys […]

  • Redefining Global Development: Black Leadership in International Cooperation

    Virtual , Canada

    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 Black professionals driving change on the global stage. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from leaders who are breaking barriers and redefining international cooperation. Engage […]

  • World Day of Social Justice

    World Day of Social Justice

    World Day of Social Justice

    Social justice is an underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coexistence within and among nations. We uphold the principles of social justice when we promote gender equality, or the rights of indigenous peoples and migrants. We advance social justice when we remove barriers that people face because of gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture or […]

  • Unstoppable Women: Celebrating Award-Winning Development

    Virtual , Canada

    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, Real Humanitarian, Tearfund and UNICEF, who will showcase their projects and how they’re advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. We'll learn […]

  • Redefining Global Development: Black Leadership in International Cooperation

    Virtual , Canada

    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 Black professionals driving change on the global stage. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from leaders who are breaking barriers and redefining international cooperation. Engage […]

  • World NGO Day

    World NGO Day

    The universal concept of the World NGO Day is to Celebrate, Commemorate and Collaborate - the various NGOs around the world, and the people behind them that contribute to society all year around. World NGO Day is to inspire people to become more actively involved within NGO sector and encourage a greater symbiosis between NGOs […]

  • Oxfam Canada Youth Summit 2025

    Ottawa, ON

    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 lived experiences, all with a shared passion for advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and comprehensive sexuality education (CSE), and ending the injustice […]

  • Integrating FGS to Optimize Women and Girl’s Health in Africa

    Virtual , Canada

    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. Schistosomiasis is a common neglected tropical disease that is transmitted to people when they interact with fresh-waterways that are home to snails that carry schistosomes […]

  • Sharing Chamas COVID-19 Research Through Story & Performance

    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 culturally relevant, accessible formats through community co-design. Through interactive discussions, participants will share how traditional academic research was reimagined into family storybooks, children's counting books, […]

  • CSW Parallel Event: Educating Women and Girls: Advancing their Empowerment and Equality

    Church Center for the United Nations (CCUN), 2nd Floor, New York Church Center for the United Nations (CCUN), 2nd Floor, New York, NY, United States

    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 importance of: Opening doors to leadership through education (Joan-Marie Aylward, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland & Labrador) Supporting girls’ agency through a quality education (Wanda Bedard, President & […]

  • NGOCSW69 Powerful Yet Overlooked: African Women, diversity and inclusion in Beijing +30

    Salvation Army Auditorium 221 E. 52nd St., New York, NY, United States

    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 the inclusion, participation and protection of the rights of women with disabilities, despite international and regional commitments. By sharing the experiences of women with disabilities […]

  • Global Perspectives in the Classroom: Cultivating global citizenship

    Virtual , Canada

    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 take action? Join us for Global Perspectives in the Classroom: Cultivating Global Citizenship, a virtual workshop designed to help you integrate global themes into your […]

  • Frozen Aid, Failing Women: New Data on the Impact of U.S Cuts

    Scandinavia House 58 Park Avenue, New York, NY, United States

    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 are affecting health and well-being of women and girls worldwide. We will share data from Crehpa, HIAS, and policy/strategy Group, amfAR, Global Mental Health Action Network […]

  • CanWaCH’s gender equality training

    CanWaCH’s gender equality training
    Virtual , Canada

    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 in delivering gender transformative health programming. It is designed for non-gender equality technical experts who want to learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches into […]

  • Where Does the Money Go? (N4G Side Event)

    Paris, France +1 more

    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 that have the potential to transform health and nutrition outcomes, such as strengthening the delivery of community health and nutrition programming and integrating nutrition into […]

  • Unite to #EndTB: World TB Day event in Toronto

    Ted Rogers School of Management 55 Dundas St W, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    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 School of Management, 55 Dundas St W, Room: TRS 3-119 Register: Eventbrite Come learn about the global and domestic aspects of TB, and the steps […]

  • CanWaCH’s gender equality training

    CanWaCH’s gender equality training
    Virtual , Canada

    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 in delivering gender transformative health programming. It is designed for non-gender equality technical experts who want to learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches into […]

  • Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week 2025

    Hybrid , Canada

    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 foster new ones, and reflect on where and how our work has contributed to positive change globally–and how our work can be strengthened. This year, […]

  • The Future of Healthcare in Africa: The Impact of USAID Cuts

    Virtual , Canada

    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 Systems Strengthening, Amref and former Chief Administrative Secretary, Ministry of Health, Kenya, Dr. Mercy Mwangangi. as they share on-the-ground insights into how these cuts are […]

  • N4G Side Event Registration: Mainstreaming nutrition in development: Unlocking the potential of multilateral development banks

    Paris, France

    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  Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm CET  Location: Châteauform' La Manufacture,   4 Esplanade de le Manufacture, ​ 92130, Issy-le-Maoulineaux​ Paris, France    On the margins of the […]

  • CanWaCH’s gender equality training

    CanWaCH’s gender equality training
    Virtual , Canada

    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 in delivering gender transformative health programming. It is designed for non-gender equality technical experts who want to learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches into […]

  • CanWaCH’s gender equality training

    CanWaCH’s gender equality training
    Virtual , Canada

    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 in delivering gender transformative health programming. It is designed for non-gender equality technical experts who want to learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches into […]

  • CanWaCH’s gender equality training

    CanWaCH’s gender equality training
    Virtual , Canada

    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 in delivering gender transformative health programming. It is designed for non-gender equality technical experts who want to learn how to integrate gender transformative approaches into […]

  • CHANGING THE NARRATIVE: AFRICA IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE

    Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy 1 Devonshire Place, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    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 the ONE Campaign and the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy Social Policy Lab for a dynamic conversation exploring how such narratives and misconceptions influence trade, public […]

  • Love at First Sight

    Pendulum Gallery 885 W Georgia St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    “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 Sight” isn’t a showcase of composition, light, or technique. This free exhibition features photos by Seva Canada’s Tanzanian and Nepali eye care patients after their sight was restored […]

  • Story Structure and Editing ft. Tristan Ahtone

    Virtual , Canada

    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 meaning to their audience. It lays a path for the reader, listener or viewer to follow, and shows them what’s important, leaving them with a […]

  • Reimagining resourcing for social transformation

    Virtual , Canada

    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 decision-making can be a tool for systemic change. Through our unique and complementary vantage points, we’ll delve into the ‘so what’—why this work matters—and the […]

  • An exhibition on the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme in the Transformation of Al-Azhar Park

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

    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, one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Visit the exhibition: Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat | 199 Sussex Drive, Ottawa (Enter through […]

  • Global Health Conference 2025

    BC Children’s Hospital’s Chan Centre for Family Health Education 938 West 28th Ave, Entrance #18, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada +1 more

    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 health disparities worldwide. The conference will delve into the far-reaching effects of these global stressors while spotlighting innovative responses that are reshaping mental health care. […]

  • Innovative Financing for Nature-based Solutions in Mangrove Communities

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

    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 an engaging and insightful event focused on innovative financing strategies that support community-based Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in mangrove ecosystems. The event will explore the challenges, […]

  • 2025 MIGH X PIH Global Health Case Competition

    McMaster University 1280 Main Street West Hamilton, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    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 apply their skills and knowledge to real-world challenges faced by mothers in under-resourced settings. Participants will be presented with a case study based on real-life […]

  • Making Your Voice Count: Engaging on Global Issues in Election 2025

    Virtual , Canada

    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 Canadian Women’s Heart Health Summit

    Rogers Centre Ottawa 55 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    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 Heart Health Summit is the only event of its kind and has become the national reference point for health professionals seeking up-to-date knowledge of women’s […]

  • 2025 Global Health Spotlight Series – In Conversation

    BCCHR room 2108

    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 a candid conversation with Srinivas Murthy, where he will talk about his global health journey—highlighting his defining moments, lessons learned, and current projects. Learning Objectives: […]

  • Volunteers in Action: Small Acts, Lasting Change

    Virtual , Canada

    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 audits to climate adaptation projects, our volunteers are making a difference—one action at a time. Whether training women in sustainable farming, working on inclusive education […]

  • Celebrating Aya Contigo 2.0: Local Solutions for Global Restrictive Contexts

    Virtual , Canada

    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 their strategies for building stronger, community-based support systems. We’ll close by honouring the power of self-care and collective care as essential feminist practices that help […]

  • ConnectHer: Building Bridges for Working Women Across Canada

    Fanshawe College, Innovation Village 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, Ontario, Canada

    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 on those in non-traditional industries. This event brings together thought leaders, trailblazers, and advocates from across the country to share knowledge, build networks, and create […]

  • Toronto CanWaCH Dialogue

    Malaparte 350 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    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 professionals and colleagues from across the CanWaCH membership and international cooperation sector.  Members and partners have often reflected on how these evenings offer a chance […]

  • Local Brews + Global Views ft. KIDS Initiative

    Folio café 2299 Grant Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

    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 of KIDS Initiative Inc., a local NGO making a real difference in Kenya and around the world. Description: Can access to agricultural assets change a […]

  • Sepsis – From global to local soultions

    The Chan Centre for Family Health Centre Education 950 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, 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 May 9, 2025, from 12:00 – 1:00pm for a Pediatric Grand Rounds with Prof. Tex Kissoon, on “Sepsis – From Global to Local Solutions”. Professor Niranjan “Tex” Kissoon, MB BS, FRCP(C),FCCM, FACPE is the University of […]

  • A Special Briefing on Global Aid Cuts and Oxfam

    Virtual , Canada

    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, more than 120 million people are forcibly displaced worldwide, and most major humanitarian responses are only 47% funded—even before the USAID freeze. Join us on […]