Discover upcoming events, activities and learning opportunities in global health, international development, and gender equality.
Please note that fundraising events and activities will not be posted to the calendar.
What do strong community partnerships look like to you? Cuso and VIDEA are teaming up and hosting a community conversation. Join us August 31st 10am-4pm (drop in anytime)! There will be food and door prizes! Everyone is welcome and honorariums will be provided. Register at the link below! We look forward to seeing you there! […]
🌟 Join Us for the BBQ Engage and Connect Event at Parc Lafontaine, Montreal! 🍔🌠Calling all members of the Carrefour International team, as well as individuals from the public who are interested in volunteering or international cooperation! We're thrilled to invite you to our highly anticipated event, the BBQ Engage and Connect, taking place […]
Don’t miss our second sector wide session on Culturally Competent Engagement!
Humanitarian crises disproportionately affect women, girls, and gender-diverse people. From natural disasters to conflict, women and girls have their family and social networks disrupted, are exposed to an increase in gender-based violence (GBV), lose access to critical sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services and have existing gender inequalities further exacerbated post-crisis. As a result, there […]
By the Government of Honduras, Organized by PMNCH, FIA Foundation, Plan International, UNFPA, WHO, UNICEF This high-level dialogue hosted by the Government of Honduras will convene Member States to amplify the adolescent- and youth-specific commitments announced at the 2023 SDG Summit by Member States, as part of the 1.8 Billion Young People for Change advocacy […]
Gender norms and practices result in women and girls shouldering a disproportionate amount of unpaid care work around the world. This unequal distribution of care work greatly impacts their access to education and economic opportunities and is a root cause of their social and economic disempowerment. As a result, there is a great need to […]
Good Neighbors International supports clean water initiatives across the globe, which not only has direct impact on community health, but also supports children's education, gender equality and stable livelihoods. Throughout the month of September, Good Neighbors Canada is running their Step4Water fundraiser event, fundraising to build water wells in rural Zambia. But, why do we […]
In a relaxed atmosphere, come and discuss volunteering opportunities in international cooperation. In the 5 to 7 style formula, you will meet people working in different organizations of the volunteer cooperation program, as well as other people interested in international cooperation like yourself. From 6:00 p.m., appetizers will be offered to participants. It will also […]
Join Medical Herstory for our annual Feminist Health Conference on September 23rd and 24th, as we focus on reviewing the past year of feminist health and discuss the changes that have occured, the current issues and breakthroughs in the field, all while celebrating growth and empowerment. Through keynote speakers, research sharing, an interactive workshop, panel […]
The capacity to effect change in a capitalist society is founded on the ability to resource the system change process. We have heard often that funders, financial resources, financial structures and prioritization pose barriers to building the steps to more anti-racist and decolonial organizations. We are so excited to have VIDEA joining us again, this […]
Explore innovative approaches to advancing gender equality! Gender equality stands as an enduring journey marked by steadfast progress amid persistent challenges. By dismantling barriers to education, economic participation, healthcare, and decision-making, gender equality not only benefits individuals but also fosters broader societal advancement. Through initiatives like the Fund for Innovation and Transformation (FIT), the Canadian […]
While digital spaces have become a game-changer in advancing gender equality, they also mirror the systemic divides that exist in the physical world. This has created new ways for women, girls, and gender-diverse people to be isolated, exploited, abused, harassed, silenced, and excluded. In particular, technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV)* - - has become a growing […]
This event brings together a panel of Canadian experts (CEs) deployed by the TAP-EDM team around the world who specialize in gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) projects. Through the Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) implementation, we will explore how Canada is strengthening international government systems, addressing gender equality in a cross-cutting way. How does Canadian […]
Hear how vocational training is empowering women in Ethiopia through financial independence. On Thursday, September 28th, the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation will be at Good Earth Coffeehouse Seasons (Building #14, 455 Sterling Lyon Parkway) with Deborah Northcott, co-founder of Real Humanitarian (formerly Canadian Humanitarian). Real Humanitarian, an MCIC member, is dedicated to assisting disadvantaged […]
