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SUMMARY:CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Listening Tour
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to share your views to advance sex and gender science at the CIHR-IGH Listening Tour. The Institute of Gender and Health wants to hear from you! \nUnder the leadership of our new Scientific Director\, Dr. Angela Kaida\, IGH is embarking on a Listening Tour and national planning process to co-create a new strategic plan to guide our work together. \nBeginning in spring 2023\, the IGH team will travel to major cities across Canada to meet with researchers\, including trainees and early career researchers\, community organizations\, healthcare professionals and many other partners\, with options for virtual participation. \nWe want to know: How can we best foster research excellence regarding the influence of sex and gender on health? What is your vision for achieving health equity for women and girls\, boys and men\, and gender-diverse people? What Sex and Gender Science priorities do you think should be centered in our next strategic plan? \nCurrent Listening Tour Engagement Opportunities in Vancouver\, BC (In Person + Virtual) \nResearcher Townhall | Monday\, April 3\, 9:30AM – 12:00PM PST | Vancouver\, British Columbia \nWho should attend: Sex and gender science experts\, established researchers who are incorporating sex and gender variables and intersectional approaches into their work\, researchers working toward health equity for any and all genders\, as well as researchers from academia\, research institutes or healthcare settings who are curious about sex and gender science. \nRegister here \n  \nEarly Career Researcher Townhall | Monday\, April 3\, 1:30PM – 4:00PM PST | Vancouver\, British Columbia \nWho should attend: Early-career researchers (ECRs) working in and/or with an interest in sex and gender science\, or sex- and gender-based health equity. \nRegister here \n  \nTrainee Townhall | Tuesday\, April 4\, 9:30AM – 12:00PM PST | Vancouver\, British Columbia \nWho should attend: Trainees with an interest in sex and gender science\, or sex- and gender-based health equity. This is also a great opportunity to learn more about the IGH Trainee Network. \nRegister here \n  \nCommunity Organization Townhall | Tuesday\, April 4\, 1:30PM – 4:00PM PST | Vancouver\, British Columbia \nWho should attend: Representatives from community organizations with an interest in sex- and gender-based health research\, organizations working toward health equity for people of any and all genders\, in all their diversity\, and/or organizations with ideas about advancing community-engaged health research. \nRegister here \n  \nHelp us Spread the Word! \nPlease help us spread the word by forwarding this message or distributing our Listening Tour promotional material within your faculties\, communities and networks across the country. \n  \nCan’t Make It? Complete our Survey! \nOur website will be updated as additional Listening Tour dates and locations are announced across the country. \nWe encourage those who cannot attend a Listening Tour event to share their insights through our online survey.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/cihr-institute-of-gender-and-health-listening-tour/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230408
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SUMMARY:CUGH 2023 - Virtual Satellite Sessions
DESCRIPTION:CUGH 2023 – Virtual Satellite Session \nMonday\, April 3rd – Friday\, April 7th. \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/cugh-2023-virtual-satellite-sessions/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230415
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SUMMARY:20th Skoll World Forum
DESCRIPTION:The 20th Skoll World Forum will take place April 12–14\, 2023 in Oxford\, UK to celebrate 20 years of impact and the innovators who drive social progress. Visit our FAQs page for the latest information as it’s posted. \nIn the spirit of collective action\, we annually convene our growing network to collaborate on social and environmental change.\nIn 2023\, the Skoll World Forum network will gather in Oxford\, UK and online for the 20th Forum. Oxford attendance is curated by the Skoll team\, and virtual participation is free and open to everyone. \nOver the past 20 years\, we’ve witnessed unprecedented advancements\, global connectedness\, and sweeping change movements. Our collective impact is cause for celebration even in the face of ongoing challenges. At the 2023 Skoll World Forum\, we’ll experience two decades of remarkable progress\, reflect on crucial lessons\, and survey the road ahead. \nFor more information and to register\, click here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/20th-skoll-world-forum/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230412T133000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the Power of Chat GPT and AI for Public Affairs
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon North Strategies for an exciting online event on Monday\, April 12th\, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. EST as we explore the potential of Chat GPT and AI in public affairs. Hosted by Stephanie Mitton\, founder of Beacon North Strategies\, this event is designed to provide valuable insights and actionable strategies for improving your public affairs toolkit using artificial intelligence. You’ll learn the basics of AI and Chat GPT\, their role in public affairs\, and best practices for implementation. We’ll also demonstrate how Chat GPT can be used to streamline public affairs processes and provide personalized messaging to different audiences. Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced professional\, you’ll come away with a deeper understanding of the role that AI and Chat GPT can play in public affairs and the ways in which you can leverage these technologies to maximize your impact. \nRegistration is available here website: https://www.beaconnorthstrategies.com/event-details/unlocking-the-power-of-chat-gpt-and-ai-for-public-affairs. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to unlock the power of public affairs!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/unlocking-the-power-of-chat-gpt-and-ai-for-public-affairs/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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SUMMARY:Protecting Children and Families in Crisis-Affected Countries - An SOS Children's Villages Speaker Series Event
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, April 13\, 2023 \nTime: 8:30 – 10:00 am EST \nLocation: Borden\, Ladner and Gervais LLP\, Bay Adelaide Centre\, East Tower\, 22 Adelaide Street West\, Suite 3400\, Toronto\, \nSOS Children’s Villages Canada is proud to welcome Ingrid Johansen\, CEO of SOS Children’s Villages International\, to speak at a very special Speaker Series event. Moderated by Cooperation Canada CEO Kate Higgins\, this event will discuss the dangers and challenges faced by vulnerable children and families in international crises and how Canadians can take action to support those in need. \nThe SOS Children’s Villages Speaker Series brings together leading voices in child rights and protection to discuss the impacts of global crises on the lives of vulnerable children and families. \nFor more information and to register\, please click here!
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/protecting-children-and-families-in-crisis-affected-countries-an-sos-childrens-villages-speaker-series-event/
LOCATION:Borden\, Ladner and Gervais\, LLP\, Bay Adelaide Centre\, Est Tower\, 22 Adelaide Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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SUMMARY:CUGH 2023
DESCRIPTION:Global Health at a Crossroads: Equity\, Climate Change and Microbial Threats\nIn Conjunction With: The World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2023 & The AAHCI Global Innovation Forum 2023\nWashington Hilton\, Washington DC\nApril 14-16\, 2023\nIn-person Satellite Sessions: April 13\, 2023\nVirtual Satellite Sessions: April 3-7\, 2023\nJoin colleagues from around the world at CUGH2023. This will be our first in-person conference since 2019 and it will be a unique and exciting event. Our program includes an outstanding list of sessions\, addressing a wide variety of contemporary global health\, environmental and development challenges\, delivered in an interactive environment. A superb array of speakers from across disciplines and around the world will be in attendance. We will have 230 speakers\, 50 sessions\, 8 plenaries\, 560 abstracts\, the Great Debate\, keynotes\, awards\, networking events\, the Pulitzer Film Festival\, Communications Workshop\, student focussed sessions\, a Satellite Day\, and more. \nAlso\, two important academic organizations will hold their annual meetings at CUGH 2023. Register separately for the April 13\, M8 Alliance of Academic Health Centres\, Universities\, and National Academies’ World Health Summit Regional Meeting\, which will address ways we can improve research\, education\, healthcare\, and policy outcomes. \nThe Association of Academic Health Centers International (AAHCI) will hold its annual Global Innovation Forum (CLOSED) also on April 13 at CUGH 2023. Its members\, who are from academic health centers in the US and around the world\, will meet to discuss ways we can improve health and well-being worldwide by strengthening health professions education\, research\, and patient care. \nAttend CUGH 2023 and let’s build the partnerships we need to address the global health\, development\, and environmental challenges before us! \nRegister for the World Health Summit Regional Meeting and get a discounted rate for CUGH 2023. SEPARATE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR BOTH EVENTS.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/cugh-2023/
LOCATION:Washington Hilton\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230420
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SUMMARY:CanWaCH Global Health Impact Summit
DESCRIPTION:CanWaCH is thrilled to announce our first Global Health Impact Summit! Hosted in Ottawa on April 18 and 19\, the summit will bring together organizations and institutions engaged in health and rights programming within the international cooperation sector. This is not your typical event. Be prepared for something new as we try an innovative\, rapidfire approach to sharing\, learning and connecting.  \nThe 2023 summit will take a deep dive into sexual and reproductive health and rights project implementation\, considering the challenges\, successes and the impact of project efforts. For an opportunity to join the discussion and present to peers\, practitioners and a panel of global leaders and technical experts\, submit your interest by filling out this short form. The deadline for submissions is March 6. 
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/canwach-global-health-impact-summit/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Events and Conferences,CanWaCH Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230418T170000
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SUMMARY:CanWaCH Dialogues 2023: Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa:  April 18\, 2023 | 5-7 pm local time  \nVenue: Metropolitain Brasserie Restaurant \nBuilding off of the success of our cross-country gatherings in 2022\, the Canadian Partnership for Women and Children’s Health (CanWaCH) is happy to share that we will be coming to a city near you as a part of our CanWaCH Dialogues in spring 2023!  \nOur members and partners have told us these in-person dialogues offer tremendous value in driving momentum towards new partnerships and collaboration. Help us wrap-up each day with a casual evening of discussion and networking open to our colleagues from across the CanWaCH membership and from the Canadian global health and international cooperation sector. \nREGISTER HERE \nCheck out other dates in our series of Dialogues:  \n\nVancouver: March 6\, 2023\, 5-7 pm local time  \nCalgary: March 8\, 2023\, 5-7 pm local time  \nToronto: March 28\, 2023\, 5-7 pm local time  \nMontreal: March 30\, 2023\, 5-7 pm local time  
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/canwach-dialogues-2023-ottawa/
LOCATION:Metropolitain Brasserie Restaurant\, 700 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:CanWaCH Events
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SUMMARY:Canada Revenue Agency Charities information sessions and webinars
DESCRIPTION:We offer webinars for charities and qualified donees throughout the year on a variety of topics. These webinars provide great information on important subjects that will benefit your day to day operations and help you meet your obligations as a charity. \nThe webinars will be hosted on Microsoft Teams live events. Your registration information will be used only for administrative purposes. Your information will not be shared with any other organization or used for any other purpose. \nRegistration is now open for the following webinar: \nBooks and records – Register now \nSession Dates and Times:  \nENGLISH: April 19\, 2023\, 10 am to 11 am\, Eastern time \nENGLISH: April 19\, 2023\, 1 pm to 2 pm\, Eastern time \nENGLISH: April 20\, 2023\, 10 am to 11 am\, Eastern time \nFRANÇAIS:  Le 20 avril 2023\, 13 h – 14 h\, heure de l’Est – Registres comptables \nSpace is limited. Sign up today! \nIf you want to be notified when the next charities webinars open for registration\, subscribe to our electronic mailing list. \nIf you have questions about our webinars\, email our Outreach team\, or call our client service representatives at 1-800-267-2384.
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/canada-revenue-agency-charities-information-sessions-and-webinars/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230426T190000
DTSTAMP:20230425T200304Z
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SUMMARY:In Pursuit of Reproductive Justice
DESCRIPTION:This panel discussion focuses on the high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity among African\, Caribbean & Black women in Canada\, as well as the many systemic barriers and challenges they face in accessing healthcare and mental health support. The panelists will also discuss the importance of reproductive justice\, including its history\, the need for comprehensive sexual health education and access to safe\, affordable\, and accessible reproductive healthcare services. With this discussion we will further highlight the urgent need to address the systemic injustices and inequalities that impact Black maternal health in Canada\, and the importance of centering the experiences and voices of African\, Caribbean & Black mothers in policy and programming efforts. \nThe event will conclude with a Q&A session\, where audience members will have the opportunity to ask the panelists questions and engage in further discussion. \nRegistration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vfu2sqzIiHtWekS8NR-fSTi8o6FI8JEoo
URL:https://canwach.ca/event/in-pursuit-of-reproductive-justice/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Webinars and Online Events
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